Linksys WUSB54GS manual What’s in this Guide?

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Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster

What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B USB Network Adapter.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Adapter’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: Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard

This chapter instructs you on how to install the Adapter’s Setup Wizard.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the USB Network Adapter

This chapter shows you how to connect the Adapter to your PC’s USB port.

•Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor

This chapter show you how to use the Adapter’s Wireless Network Monitor.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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

•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 Adapter’s technical specifications.

•Appendix F: Warranty Information

This appendix supplies the Adapter’s warranty information.

•Appendix G: Regulatory Information

This appendix supplies the Adapter’s regulatory information.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents List of Figures Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen13 Create a New Profile Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Roaming Planning your Wireless NetworkSsid your wireless network’s name Network TopologyNetwork Layout Planning your Wireless NetworkSetup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Using the USB Network Adapter’s Setup WizardWireless Mode Screen Wireless Security Screen WEP PSK+RADIUS 10 The Check Settings Screen Adapter Software instructions for the computerA USB Port Connecting the USB Network AdapterLink LED IndicatorsUsing the Wireless Network Monitor Icon Using the Wireless Network MonitorLink Information Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Information Site SurveyProfile Information Profiles13 Create a New Profile Creating a New Profile17 Ad-Hoc Mode Settings for New Profile WEP 18 Wireless Security for New ProfilePSK 20 Wireless Security PSK for New ProfileEAP-TLS PSK + RadiusRadius 23 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS for New Profile26 Congratulations for New Profile USB Network Adapter does not work properly Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions My computer does not recognize the USB Network AdapterWhat Ieee 802.11b features are supported? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is ISM band? What is ad-hoc mode?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is WEP? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix C Windows HelpTCP/IP Shared ResourcesAppendix D Glossary Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Standards Appendix E SpecificationsModel WUSB54GSOperating Humidity FCCOperating Temp Storage TempLimited Warranty Appendix F Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix G Regulatory InformationAppendix H Contact Information