Linksys WAP54GPE manual AP Mode, Administration, Status

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AP Mode

Use this screen to configure the Access Point operation mode with WDS (Wireless Distribution System).

Administration

You will use the Administration tabs to manage the Access Point.

•Management. This screen allows you to customize the password and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) settings.

•Log. Configure the Log settings for the Access Point on this screen.

•Factory Default. Use this screen to reset the Access Point to its factory default settings.

•Firmware Upgrade. Upgrade the Access Point’s firmware on this screen.

•Reboot. Use this screen to reboot the Access Point.

•Config Management. You can back up the configuration file for the Access Point, as well as save the backup configuration file to the Access Point.

Status

You will be able to view status information for your local network, wireless networks, and network performance.

•Local Network. This screen displays system information, including software & hardware version, MAC address, and IP address on the LAN side of the Access Point.

•Wireless. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its wireless networks.

•System Performance. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its data transmissions.

Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point

snmp: the standard network management protocol on the Internet.

firmware: the software image that runs on a CPU inside a networking device.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions List of Figures 15 Wireless Advanced Wireless Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Roaming Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network LayoutExample of a Simple Wireless Network Receiving data from a wireless device Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointWireless LEDsEthernet That supports Power over Ethernet PoEPorts AntennaReset Button and Ground Reset Button GroundAntenna Pattern Internal Antenna Pattern Horizontal PlaneWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Hardware Installation Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointOverview Ground the Access Point Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Accessing the UtilityEnter the Host Name and IP Address settings on this screen SetupWireless Navigating the UtilityAdministration AP ModeStatus Network Setup Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointSetup Tab IP SettingsSetup Time Tab TimeWireless Network Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Disabled Wireless Wireless Security TabWireless Security WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSKWPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal MixedWPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise11 Wireless Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise Mixed WPA2-Enterprise MixedRadius Wireless Connection Control Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabSelect MAC Address From Networked Computers Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-G Exterior Access Point AP Mode Tab MAC AddressWireless Repeater 17 Wireless Repeater18 Site Survey Web Access Administration Management TabAP Password Local AP PasswordWireless-G Exterior Access Point Administration Log Tab LogWireless-G Exterior Access Point Factory Default Administration Factory Default TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Firmware UpgradeReboot Administration Reboot TabOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Administration Config Management Tab Config ManagementInformation Status Local Network TabLocal Network Status Wireless Tab 26 Status WirelessStatus System Performance Tab WiredWireless System PerformanceWireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Standards Appendix F SpecificationsModel IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3afTo 95%, Non-Condensing Operating HumidityStorage Humidity External antenna is sold separatelyAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Information section in this Guide Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys? Linksys