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Linksys Network Router specifications 2 Connecting to an access point

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Figure 5-2: Connecting to an access point

Wireless-G Range Expander

3.The next screen advises you to have your PC communicating with your wireless network before starting the setup process. The Range Expander does not yet require connection. You should always connect your networking gear to a surge protector. Click the Next button to continue or Exit to exit the Setup Wizard.

Figure 5-2: Connecting to an access point

4.The Setup Wizard will run a search for your wireless network. If found, you will be asked to confirm the settings. If you confirm them, proceed to Step 5. If you’d like to chose a different access point for the Range Expander to communicate with, continue to Step 4b below. If no wireless network is found, click Continue and a list with the status information for each access point will be displayed.

a.A screen will notify you when no access point is detected on your network. Click
Continue to survey your network for any access points or wireless routers or Cancel to
exit the Setup Wizard.	Figure 5-3: Confirm	Figure 5-4: Cannot find
	Figure 5-3: Confirm	Figure 5-4: Cannot find
	Wireless Settings	Wireless Network

b.The site survey results will display all available access points and wireless routers in your network. Select the one to which you wish to connect from the list shown. Then, click Yes to continue or No to return to the beginning of the Setup Wizard.

Figure 5-5: Choose an access point

Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander

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Linksys Network Router specifications 2 Connecting to an access point

Contents

word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents List of Figures router - a networking device that connects multiple networks together Chapter 1 IntroductionWelcome adapter - a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix F Warranty InformationThis appendix supplies the Range Expander’s warranty information Appendix G Regulatory InformationNetwork Topology Chapter 2 Planning your Wireless NetworkSSID your wireless networks name RoamingNetwork Layout when there is network activity Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range ExpanderPower Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range Expander The Power PlateFigure 3-3 The Two Prong Power Plate Figure 3-2 The Power Plate with CordChapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Range Expander tcp/ip a set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a networkWall Mounting Chapter 5 Setting Up the Wireless-G Range Expander Figure 5-2 Connecting to an access point Click the Next button to continue or Exit to exit the Setup Wizard bit - a binary digit Figure 5-11 The Confirm New Settings screen Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Range Expander Overviewfirmware the programming code that runs a networking device The Setup TabBasic Setup subnet mask an address code that determines the size of the networksoftware instructions for the computer Figure 6-3 WEP Security screenencryption encoding data transmitted in a network Password download to receive a file transmitted over a networkupgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer version HelpFrequently Asked Questions Appendix A TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions What IEEE 802.11b features are supported?What is Roaming? What is Ad-hoc?What is Infrastructure? What is ISM band?Can Linksys Wireless products support file and printer sharing? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I avoid interference? How do I reset the Range Expander?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or other device how often it should change the encryption keys Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Shared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix E Glossary Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Appendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information EN 609 50 Safety An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack, which is FCC Part 68 compliant. Connection to the telephone network should be made by using the standard modular telephone jack Wireless-G Range Expander Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix I Contact Information User Guide 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GWIRELESS Range Expander