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Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

What’s in this User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.

•Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.

•Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.

•Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service

This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for Mobile Broadband service only.

•Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only

This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only.

•Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and Mobile Broadband Service

This chapter walks you through the steps of the Setup Wizard to configure the Router for broadband WAN and Wireless Broadband service.

•Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Cisco Systems WRT54G3G-ST manual What’s in this User Guide?

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2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G WIRELESSUser Guide Router for Mobile BroadbandHow to Use This User Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition Table of Contents Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless NetworkChapter 7 Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and Mobile Broadband ServiceAppendix A Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityAppendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix F Glossary List of Figures Figure 5-18 Congratulations Screen Figure 7-11 Configure DSL PPPoE Settings Screen Figure 8-20 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Personal - TKIP Figure 8-21 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Personal - AESFigure 8-23 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Enterprise - TKIP Figure 8-24 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Enterprise - AESWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure E-2 MAC Address/Adapter AddressFigure E-3 MAC Address/Physical Address Figure E-4 MAC Address Filter ListChapter 1 Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Appendix B Wireless Security Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network LayoutMobile Broadband Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Router’s PortsPower The Power port is where you will connect the power adapterThe Router’s LEDs The Router’s Data Card Slot Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Hardware Installation for Use of the Mobile Broadband Service OnlyOverview Figure 4-1 Connect Your Computer Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem Figure 4-4 Connect Your Computer Figure 4-5 Connect the Power Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-8 Connect Your Computer Placement Options Stand OptionWall-Mount Option 68 mm 2,68 inchesBefore You Begin OverviewBefore you begin, make sure that you have the following Using the Setup Wizard Figure 5-2 Select Service Screen Click the Next button Figure 5-6 Power on the Router Screen IMPORTANT If you do NOT have your mobile broadband data card, you cannot configure the Router for mobile broadband service. You have two choices. To continue with the Setup Wizard to configure the wireless settings, proceed to step 14, or to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, proceed to “Chapter 6 Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only” for instructions WPA2-PSK Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup WizardWPA-PSK WEP 128-BitFigure 5-14 Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP 64-Bit Screen Figure 5-15 Warning about Disabled Wireless Security ScreenWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup WizardRouter for Mobile Broadband.” Using the Setup Wizard OverviewBefore You Begin Figure 6-2 Select Service Screen Figure 6-4 Connect the Modem to the Router Screen Click the Next button Figure 6-7 Power on the Router Screen Cable DHCP DSL PPPoEStatic IP Figure 6-13 Set the Router’s Password Screen WPA2-PSK encryption encoding data transmitted in a networkFigure 6-17 Configure Wireless Security Settings WPA-PSK Screen Figure 6-18 Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP 128-Bit ScreenWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup WizardWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup WizardWEP 64-Bit 16. If you do not use any wireless security method, you will see a warning message that recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorized users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges. You are liable for any and all additional charges from your service provider. Click the Exit button. Proceed to step Overview Before You Beginvice Using the Setup Wizard Figure 7-2 Select Service Screen Figure 7-4 Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen Click the Next button Figure 7-8 Power on the Router Screen Cable DHCP DSL PPPoEStatic IP Figure 7-14 Set the Router’s Password Screen WPA2-Personal WPA-Personal WEP 128-BitWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WEP 64-Bitvice Figure 7-22 Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen Figure 7-23 Confirm New SettingsWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Router for Mobile Broadband.” Chapter 8 Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband OverviewThe Setup Tab - Basic Setup Mobile Network SetupInternet Setup StatusPage Optional Settings Network Setup Network Address Server Settings DHCPRouter IP Time Setting The Setup Tab - Mobile Network Mobile Network Connection ModeMobile Network Status Data Card StatusThe Setup Tab - DDNS DynDNS.orgTZO.com The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone MAC CloneThe Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Advanced RoutingDynamic Routing Static RoutingThe Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings Wireless NetworkThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Wireless SecurityPage Page The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC FilterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessPage The Security Tab - Firewall FirewallBlock WAN Requests The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Security Tab - VPN PassthroughInternet Access To create an Internet Access policy2. To enable this policy, click the radio button beside Enable The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward Port Range ForwardThe Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Port TriggeringTriggered Range Forwarded RangeThe Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoSWired QoS Device PriorityWireless QoS Ethernet Port PriorityApplication Priority The Administration Tab - Management Router PasswordLocal Router Access Web AccessThe Administration Tab - Log The Administration Tab - Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults The Administration Tab - Firmware UpgradeThe Administration Tab - Config Management Factory DefaultsThe Status Tab - Mobile Network The Status Tab - Router Router InformationInternet The Status Tab - Local Network Local NetworkThe Status Tab - Wireless WirelessAppendix A Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions2. I need to set a static IP address on a PC 1. Click Start and Control Panel Refer to “Problem #3, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that you have connectivity Enabled ApplicationStart and End Protocol8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work 3. Click the Save Settings button 11. To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default12. I need to upgrade the firmware 13. My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting15. The Power LED keeps flashing Frequently Asked Questions Where is the Router installed on the network?What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandIf all else fails in the installation, what can I do? DSL modem by powering the unit off and then onDoes the Router support ICQ send file? How do I get Half-Life Team Fortress to work with the Router?How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? What is DMZ Hosting?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Does the Router pass PPTP packets or actively route PPTP sessions?What are the advanced features of the Router? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?What is the IEEE 802.11b standard? What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?Fragmentation Power Management What is ad-hoc mode?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is WEP? What is a MAC Address?I have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network What do the indicator LEDs signify on the Router?How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router? How do I connect to the mobile network?How do I know which mobile network I am using? Whom should I call if there is a question or problem?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise use a RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service server for authentication. RADIUS uses a RADIUS server and WEP encryption Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help TCP/IPShared Resources Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesWindows 98SE or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Appendix F Glossary Domain - A specific name for a network of computers Packet - A unit of data sent over a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Topology - The physical layout of a network Appendix G Specifications Wi-Fi Protected Access WPA/WPA2 Personal, WEPIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b 11Mbps @ -90 dBm Typical, 54Mbps @ -65 dBm TypicalUnit Weight Appendix H Warranty Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix I Regulatory Information This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I Regulatory InformationWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I Regulatory InformationWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I Regulatory InformationWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I Regulatory InformationWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I Regulatory InformationAppendix J Contact Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandSPRINT TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT Appendix J Contact Information