Linksys WMP54GR manual Appendix a Troubleshooting, Common Problems and Solutions

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Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.

Common Problems and Solutions

1.The Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster does not work properly.

•Reinsert the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster into your PC’s PCI slot.

•Right click on My Computer and select Properties. Select the device manager and click on the Network Adapter. You will find the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster if it is installed successfully. If you see the yellow exclamation mark, the resources are conflicting. You will see the status of the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster. If there is a yellow question mark, please check the following:

•Make sure that your PC has a free IRQ (Interrupt ReQuest, a hardware interrupt on a PC.)

•Make sure that you have inserted the right adapter and installed the proper driver.

If the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster does not function after attempting the above steps, remove the adapter and do the following:

•Uninstall the driver software from your PC.

•Restart your PC and repeat the hardware and software installation as specified in this User Guide.

2.I cannot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the Infrastructure configuration.

•Make sure that the PC to which the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster is associated is powered on.

•Make sure that your Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster is configured on the same channel and with the same security options as with the other computers in the Infrastructure configuration.

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Setup Wizard’s License Agreement10 Import a Profile Introduction WelcomeAdapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Planning your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Topology the physical layout of a networkNetwork Layout Starting the Setup Setup Wizard’s License AgreementConnecting the Adapter Setting up the AdapterWEP Key Needed for Connection Encryption encoding data transmitted in a networkCongratulations Manual Setup 10 Network SettingsWEP WPA Personal PSK2WPA Enterprise EAP-TLSRadius 19 Confirm New Settings Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status screen Link InformationWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics More Information-Network StatisticsSite Survey Site InformationWPA-Personal Needed for Connection Profiles Profile InformationCreate a New Profile 12 Create a New ProfileWPA Personal Needed for Connection 13 Available Wireless Network Wpa wi-fi protected access a wireless security protocol Using Tkip Temporal Key Integrity Protocol encryptionWhich can be used in conjunction with a Radius server 17 Wireless Security WEP 19 Wireless Security PSK2 EAP-TLS 22 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS 25 Congratulations Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is roaming? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?What is WPA? What is RADIUS?Appendix B Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration Select Use Linksys Wireless Network MonitorFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix F Specifications Protocols802.11g Ofdm Storage Temp Operating HumidityStorage Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Appendix I Contact Information