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Tx Rate Limiting. You can limit the maximum data rate used in your network to save bandwidth and power consumption on client devices. The actual data rate is determined by an Auto-Fallback mechanism between your Access Point and a client device. The default is 54 Mbps Mixed or G-Only mode, 11 Mbps for B-Only mode.

Wireless SSID Broadcast. The default is Enabled. This option allows the primary SSID to be broadcast on your network. You may want to leave this function enabled while configuring your network, but make sure that you disable it when you are finished. When enabled, someone could easily obtain SSID information with site survey software and gain unauthorized access to your network.

Click Enabled to broadcast the primary SSID to all wireless devices in range. Click Disabled to increase network security and prevent the primary SSID from being seen on networked PCs.

Access Point VLAN ID. When VLAN Trunk is enabled, enter an ID so that client devices on that VLAN will have access to the Access Point’s Web-based Utility. The default is to deny access from any VLAN.

Default VLAN ID. When the VLAN Trunk is enabled, this option can be used to set the default VLAN number. This option allows compatibility with the connecting switches.

VLAN Tag. This option can set the default 802.1q VLAN to be tagged or untagged. The default value is tagged. This option is used to be compatible with the connecting switches. Cisco switches usually have default VLAN number 1 and are untagged.

Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel to be used among your Access Point and client devices. The default is channel 6. You can also select Auto so that your Access Point will select the channel with the lowest amount of wireless interference while the system is powering up. Auto channel selection will start when you click the Save Settings button. It will take several seconds to reboot and scan through all the channels to find the best channel. The selected channel will be displayed as current channel on the right side.

Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes if you do not want to apply the changes.

Help information is displayed on the right side of the screen. Click More for additional details.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security 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 Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointHardware Installation 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 UtilityStatus AP ModeAdministration Network Setup Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointSetup Tab IP SettingsSetup Time Tab TimeConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Network 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 Select MAC Address From Networked Computers Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabWireless Connection Control 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 UpgradeOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Administration Reboot TabReboot Administration Config Management Tab Config ManagementLocal Network Status Local Network TabInformation 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 Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources 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
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