Actiontec electronic 802EAG user manual LAN Local Area Network, Ssid

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Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter User Manual

LAN (Local Area Network)

A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an office). A home network is considered a LAN.

MAC (Media Access Control) Address

The unique hardware address of a device connected to a network.

Router

A central device that manages the data traffic of the network.

Subnet Mask

A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network.

SSID

See “ESSID.”

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet.

WAN (Wide Area Network)

A network that connects computers located in separate areas, (i.e., different buildings, cities, countries). The Internet is a WAN.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

A security mechanism based on a 64-bit shared key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)

A group of computers and other devices connected wirelessly in a small area.

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Contents Wireless Game Adapter Table of Contents This page left intentionally blank Introduction1 Package ContentsSystem Requirements FeaturesFor Configuration Utility Getting to Know the Adapter Power LightWireless Light Technical Support Ad Hoc Mode Understanding Wireless NetworkInfrastructure Mode Connecting the Adapter Connecting AdapterPage Connecting the Adapter This page left intentionally blank Using the Configuration Utility Configuring AdapterFirst screen that appears is Link Information Link InformationAP Settings IP Settings Security Then press Enter on the keyboard Using the Web ConfiguratorSsid ModeWEP Key Mode AuthenticationSite Survey TX RatesObtain IP Automatically Fixed IPPage Restore Settings Backup SettingsRestore to Default Settings Firmware UpgradeThis page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions 802.11b Glossary6Ssid LAN Local Area NetworkGeneral SpecificationsWireless Operating Range Power, Wireless LED IndicatorsPower EnvironmentalClass B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications All other names are the property of their respective owners Miscellaneous Legal NoticesLimited Warranty Actiontec Electronics, Inc North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Limited Warranty