Linksys WAP54A manual Table of Contents, Introduction

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Instant WirelessTM Series

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction

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The Instant WirelessTM Wireless Access Point

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Features

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Package Contents

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System Requirements

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

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Network Topology

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Roaming

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless Access Point

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The Wireless Access Point’s Ports

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The Wireless Access Point’s LEDs

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless Access Point

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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless Access Point

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The Setup Tab

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The Status Tab

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The Filter Tab

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The Advanced Tab

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The Help Tab

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Appendix B: Setting Up the TCP/IP Protocol

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Setting Up TCP/IP in Windows

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TCP/IP Setup for Windows 98 and Millennium

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TCP/IP Setup for Windows NT 4.0

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TCP/IP Setup for Windows 2000

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TCP/IP Setup for Windows XP

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Appendix C: Glossary

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Appendix D: Specifications

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Environmental

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Appendix E: Warranty Information

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Appendix F: Contact Information

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Wireless Access Point

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Instant WirelessTM Wireless Access Point

Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant Wireless™ Wireless Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net- work your way. Utilization of “state-of-the-art” wireless technology gives you the ability to set up workstations in ways you never thought possible; no cables to install means less expense and less hassle.

The Instant Wireless™ Wireless Access Point’s high-powered antenna offers a range of operation of up to 328 feet indoors, providing seamless roaming throughout your wireless LAN infrastructure; an advanced user authentication feature ensures a high level of network security. The Instant Wireless™ Wireless Access Point is easy to install (just plug it in and you’re ready to go!) and easy to use. With Internet browser-based diagnostics and statistic tools, you’re always in control.

When all these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and power- efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking--the Linksys Instant Wireless™ Wireless Access Point.

Features

Interoperable with other 802.11a wireless equipment

Up to 72Mbps turbo mode (only when used with the Linksys WPC54A)

Up to 64 wireless users (nodes)

Operation in the uncrowded 5 GHz band

Enhanced security using up to 152-bit WEP encryption

MAC address filtering and WEP ensure DSSS security

Quick and easy setup using your own web browser

Easy-to-Use Web-Based management

Free technical support— 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free U.S. calls

1-Year limited warranty

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Contents Wireless Access Point Copyright & Trademarks Introduction Table of ContentsNetwork Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkPackage Contents Minimum Requirements sWireless Access Point’s LEDs Getting to Know the Wireless Access PointWireless Access Point’s Ports Reset ButtonSetup Tab Connecting Wireless Access PointLAN WirelessStatus Tab Filter Tab Click the Add to ListAdvanced Tab Help Tab Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingHow do I resolve issues with signal loss? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is WEP? How do I reset the Access Point?Setting Up TCP/IP in Windows TCP/IP Setup for Windows 98 and MillenniumAre 802.11a and 802.11b products compatible? TCP/IP Setup for Windows NT TCP/IP Setup for WindowsTCP/IP Setup for Windows XP Appendix C Glossary Wireless Access Point Wireless Network Access Point Wireless Access Point Appendix D Specifications Appendix E Warranty InformationEnvironmental Web FTP Site Technical Support RMA Issues FaxAppendix F Contact Information Sales InformationCopyright 2002 Linksys, All Rights Reserved