Linksys WBP54G manual What’s in This User Guide?

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Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters

What’s in This User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Bridge’s applications and this User Guide.

•Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking.

•Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters This chapter describes the physical features of the Bridge.

•Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters This chapter shows you how to set up and connect the Bridge.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Bridge.

•Appendix B: Wireless Security

This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help protect your wireless network.

•Appendix C: Windows Help

This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.

•Appendix D: Glossary

This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.

•Appendix E: Specifications

This appendix provides the Bridge’s technical specifications.

•Appendix F: Warranty Information

This appendix supplies the Bridge’s warranty information.

•Appendix G: Regulatory Information

This appendix supplies the Bridge’s regulatory information.

•Appendix H: Contact Information

This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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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? Topology the physical layout of a network Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout Port Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersOverview LEDsCombination 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 Ieee 802.11b features are supported? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is the ISM band? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is WPA? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?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