Linksys WMCE54AG manual Appendix a Troubleshooting, Common Problems and Solutions

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Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Extender. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.

Common Problems and Solutions

1.I’ve connected the Extender to my TV, and I see an error code on the screen.

When an error has occurred, you will see a picture of the Extender and a book, with a numbered triangle in the lower left-hand corner. Look at the number in the triangle, and refer to the table below for your solution.

	Error Code	Error	Solution

	1	The Extender is malfunctioning.	Contact Linksys for technical support.

	2	The Media Center Extender’s software	Restore the Extender’s software image. Refer to
		image is damaged or missing.	Problem #2 for instructions.

	3	The Extender’s software image is	Restore the Extender’s software image. Refer to
		faulty, or the Media Center PC is not in	Problem #2 for instructions.
		the proper mode to restore the
		Extender’s software image.

	4	There is a problem with the Ethernet	Make sure the network cable is properly
		network cable connection.	connected, or replace it with another one.

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Contents Wireless A/ G Page Copyrights and Trademarks Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Table of Contents Front Panel List of FiguresWelcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? What’s in this Guide? Front Panel Getting to Know the Media Center ExtenderDual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Navigation Pad Components Back PanelAudio Additional Components FWD Remote ControlReplay Getting to Know the Media Center Extender Before You Begin Connecting the Media Center ExtenderConnect the Ethernet Network Cable Instructions for Connecting to a Wired NetworkConnect the Composite or S-Video Cable Instructions for Connecting the ExtenderConnect the Analog Audio Cables Plug the Extender’s power cord into an electrical outlet Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Insert the Setup CD Setting up the Media Center ExtenderSetting up the Media Center Extender Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to restore the Extender’s software image Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender What version of Windows XP Media Center do I need? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What is infrastructure mode? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Appendix C Updating the Extender’s Software Image Appendix C Updating the Extender’s Software Image TCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix D Windows Help Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender Dual-Band Wireless A/G Media Center Extender WMCE54G Appendix F SpecificationsFCC, UL Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationAppendix G Warranty Information FCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix H Regulatory Information Appendix I Contact Information Appendix I Contact Information