Linksys WGA600N manual Status Statistics, LAN Statistics, Wireless Statistics

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Chapter 4

Advanced Configuration

Status > Statistics

Status > Statistics

Refresh Statistics  Updates the LAN andWireless Statistics displayed on the screen.

Clear Statistics  Resets all of the statistics to a value of 0.

LAN Statistics

Sent  The number of packets sent from the Adapter over the wired Ethernet connection.

Received  The number of packets received by the Adapter over the wired Ethernet connection.

TX Packets Dropped  The number of packets dropped on the wired Ethernet connection while being sent, due to errors, collisions, or resource limitations.

RX Packets Dropped  The number of packets dropped on the wired Ethernet connection while being received, due to errors, collisions, or resource limitations.

Collisions  The number of packets dropped due to Ethernet collisions (2 or more devices attempting to use an Ethernet circuit at the same time).

Errors  The number of transmission failures causing a packet loss.

Wireless Statistics

Sent  The number of packets sent from the Adapter over the wireless network.

Received  The number of packets received by the Adapter over the wireless network.

TX Packets Dropped  The number of packets dropped on the wireless network while being sent, due to errors, collisions, or resource limitations.

RX Packets Dropped  The number of packets dropped on the wireless network while being received, due to errors, collisions, or resource limitations.

Errors  The number of transmission failures causing a packet loss. A noisy radio frequency environment can contribute to a high error rate on the wireless LAN.

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Contents Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter Icon Descriptions About This GuideOnline Resources Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Chapter Product Overview Front PanelBack Panel Chapter Wireless Security Checklist General Network Security GuidelinesAdditional Security Tips Chapter Setup Wizard Advanced Options Click the Skip button Available Wireless Networks Link Status screen will appear, click Next Connect Gaming Console How to Access the Web-Based Utility Chapter Advanced ConfigurationWireless LAN Basic Network SettingsLAN Settings Status Device InfoWireless Network Mode Setting Basic WirelessWireless Security Mode Wireless Network SettingsWPA Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced Advanced WirelessAdvanced Wish Priority ClassifiersPIN Settings Advanced Wi-Fi Protected SetupAdd Wish Rule Wish RulesAdmin Password Tools AdminAdministration System SettingsFirmware Upgrade Firmware Information Ping TestPing Result Status Wireless Wireless Statistics Status StatisticsLAN Statistics WGA600N Appendix a SpecificationsLimited Warranty Obtaining Warranty ServiceExclusions and Limitations Technical Support FCC Statement Safety NoticesFCC Radiation Exposure Statement Industry Canada StatementAvis d’Industrie Canada Wireless DisclaimerDansk Danish Miljøinformation for kunder i EU Regulatory Information Norsk Norwegian Miljøinformasjon for kunder i EU Regulatory Information
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WGA600N specifications

The Linksys WGA600N is a powerful wireless gaming adapter designed to enhance the online gaming experience by providing a fast and stable internet connection. This device serves as a bridge between wired gaming consoles, like the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360, and wireless networks, allowing gamers to enjoy high-speed internet without the need for long cables.

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