Example of a simple wireless network | Linksys WAP200RF specification

Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster

Example of a simple wireless network

Figure 2-1: Example of a Simple Wireless Network

The above diagram shows a typical infrastructure wireless network setup. The wireless Access Points are connecting to a Linksys switch that provides power to the Access Points. Each Access Point can connect multiple wireless devices to the network. This network will provide connectivity among wireless network devices and PCs that have a wired connection to the switch.

The switch then can connect to a router that can connect to an ISP to reach global Internet.

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

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Contents

User Guide How to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityFrequently Asked Questions Example of a Simple Wireless Network List of Figures 20 Security Monitor Basic Settings Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network Layout Example of a simple wireless network Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point LEDs Access Point’s port are located on the back of the device Ports Desktop Placement and Antenna Setup Antennas and Positions Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point OverviewConnection Placement Options Stand OptionWall-Mount Option Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point Accessing the Utility Setup WirelessNavigating the Utility AP Mode AdministrationSecurity Monitor Status Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Setup Basic Setup TabBasic Setup Network Setup Setup Time Tab Time Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Settings Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless Security WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSK WPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal Mixed WPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise Mixed Disable Radius Wireless Wireless Connection Control Tab Wireless Connection ControlWireless Client List Connection Control Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Settings Wireless Vlan & QoS Tab Vlan QoS AP Mode Tab MAC Address 18 Wireless Repeater Mode 19 Wireless Bridge Mode Security Monitor Basic Settings Tab Wireless Security MonitorSecurity Monitor Accounts Security Monitor Event Log Tab Mail Notification Syslog Notification Administration Management Tab Web AccessLocal AP Password Management Snmp Identification Administration Log Tab LogEmail Alert Notification Queue Length Administration Factory Default Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Default Firmware Upgrade Administration Reboot Tab Administration Config Management TabReboot Config Management Status Local Network Tab InformationLocal Network Status Wireless Tab Wireless Network Wired WirelessStatus System Performance Tab System PerformancePage Appendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Page Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix E Glossary Appendix F Specifications 802.11F Wireless Roaming Dhcp Client 11g 14 dBm11.g 54Mbps@ -72dBm, 11.b 11Mbps@ -85dBM Security Wireless Security Monitor Suspicious network eventsCertification Appendix G Warranty Information Limited Warranty Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix I Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Information section in this Guide