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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.

QoS (Quality of Service) - A mechanism which gives priorities to certain types of traffic to ensure the throughput; for example, the streaming multimedia.

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

RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.

Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection.

Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together.

Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.

SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) - The standard e-mail protocol on the Internet.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A widely used network monitoring and control protocol.

SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) Firewall - A technology that inspects incoming packets of information before allowing them to enter the network.

SSID (Service Set IDentifier) -It consists of 32 alphanumeric characters to identify a group of wireless network devices uniquely.

Static IP Address - A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network.

Static Routing - Forwarding data in a network via a fixed path.

Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network.

Switch - 1. A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers, allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports. 2. A device for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit.

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent.

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Contents Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix C Wireless SecurityLEDs List of FiguresCreating a Profile WEP Key Needed 43 Editing a Profile Congratulations Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Roaming Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout LED Indicators Getting to Know the Wireless-G Business USB Network AdapterSetup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Starting the SetupSetup Wizard’s License Agreement Connecting the AdapterAvailable Wireless Network Setting up the AdapterWEP WPA2-Personal WPA-Personal10 Creating a Profile Manual Setup12 Ad-Hoc Mode Settings 14 Wireless Security WPA Personal TLS EAP-TLS WPA EnterpriseWPA2 Enterprise 20 Wireless Security Radius EAP-TLSRadius Link Information Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Using the Wireless Network MonitorsStatus Link Information Wireless Network StatusStatistics Link Information Wireless Network StatisticsProfile Information ProfilesCreate a New Profile Creating a Profile Available Wireless Network10 Creating a Profile WPA-Personal 12 Creating a Profile Manual Setup Network Settings 15 Creating a Profile Manual Setup Wireless Security WEP Using the Wireless Network Monitor Create a New Profile WPA Enterprise WPA2 Enterprise Radius 24 Creating a Profile Manual Setup Wireless Security Leap Editing a Profile 26 Creating a Profile Manual Setup Congratulations29 Editing a Profile Ad Hoc Mode WEP 32 Editing a Profile Wireless Security WPA Personal 35 Editing a Profile Wireless Security WPA Enterprise Peap 37 Editing a Profile Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise Peap Radius EAP-TLS Leap 43 Editing a Profile Congratulations Site Information Site SurveyAdministration TroubleshootingLog in as the Access Points administrator Access Point Account49 Administration Security Monitor Account Classification Administrative Functions in the Wireless Network MonitorAP Classification ClassificationTrusted MAC Addresses Advanced SettingsAllowed Vendor List Configuration Channel Usage Allowed Channel ConfigurationSecurity Monitor Client Inventory AP InventoryAlerts Summary AlertAlert Details Alert List18 Security Monitor Alert Advice AdviceDisassociation attacking Alert Description Advice Legitimate AP Attacks or sniffing AP does not have any encryption Updated Client computers Ssid and MAC address 19 Security Monitor Windows Firewall Screen Windows FirewallCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingCan users turn off the pop-up alerts? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the 802.11b standard? What is ISM band? What is WEP? Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix B Windows XP Wireless Zero ConfigurationFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Business USB Network Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Unit Weight 15 oz 0.061 kg CertificationsOperating Temp Storage TempLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N Notebook Adapter Dual-Band Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Dual-Band Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Dual-Band Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Dual-Band Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Appendix I Contact Information