Linksys WBP54G manual Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters

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IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.

LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.

MAC (Media Access Control) Address - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.

NAT (Network Address Translation) - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet.

Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users.

Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.

Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport.

PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access.

Appendix E: Glossary

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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 Welcome IntroductionAdapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC 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 Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingSpeed of the wireless connection is very slow 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 Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks 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
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