Linksys WGA11B manual Table of Contents, Introduction

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction	1
The Wireless-B Game Adapter	1
Features	1
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the
Wireless-G Game Adapter	2
The Game Adapter’s Back Panel	2
The Game Adapter’s Front Panel LEDs	3
Chapter 3: Planning Your Wireless Network	4
Network Topology	4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode	4
Chapter 4: Setting Up the
Wireless-G Game Adapter for Network Play	7
Connecting the Game Adapter	7
Setting Up the Game Adapter	8
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-B
Game Adapter with the Setup Wizard	8
Appendix A: Troubleshooting	12
Frequently Asked Questions	12
Appendix B: Glossary	13
Appendix C: Specifications	18
Environmental	18
Appendix D: Warranty Information	19
Appendix E: Contact Information	20

Chapter 1: Introduction

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The Wireless-B Game Adapter

The Wireless-B Game Adapter gives any wired-Ethernet-equipped game con- sole wireless connection capabilities. The Game Adapter can be used in two different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network with a cable or DSL Internet connection, the Game Adapter lets your PlayStation®2, Xbox™ or GameCube™ attach to the network so you can get into online games with- out running wires to the game room. Or, use a pair of Game Adapters to form a "cable-less cable" between two game consoles for head-to-head gaming -- in the same room, or all the way across the house.

It's completely driver-free, so there's no software-installation hassle, and it works on any platform. And the innovative Channel Selector Button with LED display makes wireless network configuration into child's play. If you're using two Game Adapters, just press their Channel Selector Buttons until the channel numbers match, and you're connected. To connect to an existing wireless net- work, press the Button to select Infrastructure mode. If your setup's a little dif- ferent, there's an easy-to-use PC-based Setup Wizard to guide you through. Then just plug the Adapter into your game box, and go.

The Wireless-B Gaming Adapter provides lag-free gaming with communica- tion speeds up to 11Mbps. So spend your time gaming, not stringing wires, with the Linksys Wireless-B Gaming Adapter.

Features

•Easy-to-use toggle switch for instant wireless configuration

•Compatible with popular 802.11b devices for high-speed wireless gaming

•Compact size allows easy placement and maximum portability

•Compatible with most network-ready game consoles

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