Linksys WUSB300N manual Table of Contents

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Wireless-N USB Network Adapter

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Welcome

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What’s in this User Guide?

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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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Network Layout

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N USB Network Adapter

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The LED Indicators

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USB Extension Base

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Chapter 4: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-N USB Network Adapter

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Starting the Setup

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Connecting the Adapter

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Setting up the Adapter

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Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor

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Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

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Using the Wireless Network Monitor

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Link Information

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Connect

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Profiles

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Create a New Profile

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Common Problems and Solutions

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Appendix B: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

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Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

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Appendix C: Wireless Security

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Security Precautions

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Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks

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Appendix D: Windows Help

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Appendix E: Glossary

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Contents GHz Word definition Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Front Panel List of Figures10 Creating a Profile Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC IntroductionWelcome What’s in this User Guide?Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Topology the physical layout of a network Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout LED Indicators Getting to Know the Wireless-N USB Network AdapterUSB Extension Base USB Extension BaseStarting the Setup Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-N USB Network AdapterSetting up the Adapter Connecting the AdapterWEP Key Needed for Connection PSK2 Needed for Connection Advanced Setup WEP PSK PSK+RADIUS PSK2+RADIUS Radius 22 Confirm New Settings Link Information Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless Network Status screenWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Information ConnectProfile Information Profiles10 Creating a Profile Create a New Profile12 PSK Needed for Connection 15 Available Wireless Networks 17 Wireless Mode 19 Wireless Security WEP 20 Wireless Security PSK 23 Wireless Security PSK+RADIUS Peap Peap 26 Wireless Security Radius EAP-TLS 28 Confirm New Settings What is the 802.11b standard? Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What 802.11b features are supported? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is WEP? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is WPA? What is WPA2?What is RADIUS? Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix B Windows XP Wireless Zero ConfigurationFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-N USB Network Adapter TCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix E Glossary Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter USB Appendix F SpecificationsStorage Temp Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationImportant Note Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Appendix I Contact Information