Linksys WUSB54GC manual Copyright and Trademarks, How to Use this User Guide

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Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter

Copyright and Trademarks

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

How to Use this User Guide

This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:

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Contents 4802GHz.11gWireless-G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter List of Figures Front PanelMore Information Wireless Network Status 39 Leap Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Roaming Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Planning your Wireless Network Network LayoutGetting to Know the Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter LED IndicatorsSetting up and Connecting the USB Adapter Starting the Setup WizardConnecting the Adapter Connecting the Adapter ScreenSetting Up the Adapter Available Wireless NetworkSetting Up the Adapter with SecureEasySetup SecureEasySetup Logo and LocationChanges, refer to Using the Wireless Network Monitor Setting Up the Adapter with Available Networks Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network12 PSK2 Needed for Connection Changes, refer to Using the Wireless Network Monitor Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup 15 Network Settings16 Wireless Mode WEP WPA Personal PSK2WPA Enterprise EAP-TLSRadius Leap 27 Confirm New Settings Link Information Screens Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Wireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics SecureEasySetup SecureEasySetup ButtonSecureEasySetup is Complete Site Survey Site InformationProfiles Profile InformationCreating a New Profile 15 Export a Profile19 The SecureEasySetup Logo and Location 21 SecureEasySetup Complete 22 Available Wireless Network 25 PSK2 Needed for Connection 26 The Congratulations Screen 28 Network Settings 31 Wireless Security 32 Wireless Security WEP 33 Wireless Security WPA Personal 35 Wireless Security WPA Enterprise EAP-TLS 37 Wireless Security Radius EAP-TLS 39 Leap 41 The Congratulations Screen Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is ad-hoc mode? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? Appendix B Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration Figure B-1 Wireless Network Monitor IconFigure 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 Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Appendix F Warranty Information Limited WarrantyStandards Appendix G SpecificationsModel Dbpsk 1 Mbps 802.11g OfdmStorage Humidity Storage TempOperating Humidity Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementCompact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information