Linksys WUSB54GC manual Using the Wireless Network Monitor, Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

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Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor

Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings.

Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

After Setting Up and Connecting the Adapter, the Wireless Network Monitor icon will appear in your PC’s system tray. If the Wireless Network Monitor is enabled, then the icon will be green. If the Wireless Network Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not connected, then the icon will be gray.

NOTE: The Wireless Network Monitor should only be accessed AFTER connecting the Adapter. For more information on Setting Up and Connecting the Adapter, refer to Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the USB Adapter.

Figure 5-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon

Link Information Screens

The opening screen of the Wireless Network Monitor is the Link Information screen. From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality is. You can also click the More Information button to view additional status and statistics about the current wireless connection. To search for available wireless networks, click the Site Survey tab. To perform configuration changes or create connection profiles, click the Profiles tab.

Link Information

The Link Information screen displays network mode, signal strength, and link quality information about the current connection. It also provides a button to click for additional status information.

Ad-Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Mode - The screen indicates whether the Adapter is currently working in Ad-

Hoc or Infrastructure mode.

Signal Strength - The Signal Strength bar indicates signal strength.

Link Quality - The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.

Figure 5-2: Link Information

Click the More Information button to view additional information about the wireless network connection on the

Wireless Network Status screen.

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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 Planning your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming 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 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorLink Information Screens 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 Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G USB Adapter Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places 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 Temp Operating HumidityStorage 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