Linksys WBP54G manual Appendix C Upgrading Firmware

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Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware

To upgrade the Bridge’s firmware, follow these instructions:

1.On a computer running Windows 2000 or XP, download the upgrade application (WBP54G Upgrade Application.zip) and the latest firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com.

2.Extract the files on your computer’s desktop. The unzipped firmware file is a .bin file, and the program to install the upgrade application is an .exe file named Upgrade 210. Their icons will appear on your desktop.

3.Double-click the Upgrade 210 icon to install the Upgrade Utility on your computer.

If your computer is running Windows XP, you may see a security warning screen. Click the Run button to proceed.

4. The Welcome screen will appear. Click the Next button.

Figure C-1:

Icons

Figure C-2: Security Warning for

Windows XP

Figure C-3: Upgrade Utility Setup -

Welcome

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Contents User Guide Word definition Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents List of Figures Power PortFigure C-10 BIN File Information Screen Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC IntroductionWelcome What’s in This User Guide? Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkRoaming Topology the physical layout of a networkNetwork Layout Overview Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersLEDs PortCombination Cable CableRunning the Setup Wizard Starting the Setup WizardCheck for Compatibility Screen Connecting the Network Cable to a Router Screen Wireless-G Bridge Setup Screen Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA11 Security Settings WEP 64-Bit Screen 13 Confirmation Screen 17 Disconnect the Network Cable from Phone Adapter Screen 19 Wireless is Now Active Screen 20 Congratulations Screen Speed of the wireless connection is very slow Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is roaming? What is the ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is Spread Spectrum?What is WEP? What is WPA?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix C Upgrading Firmware To upgrade the Bridge’s firmware, follow these instructionsFigure C-4 Choose Destination Location Figure C-8 Browsed Devices on Network Screen Click Files Figure C-9 Open Firmware File Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from the PC TCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix E Glossary Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters WBP54G Appendix F SpecificationsCertifications Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationAppendix H Regulatory Information Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information