Appendix E Glossary | Linksys WAP200RF manual

Wireless-G Access Point with Power Over Ethernet and Rangebooster

IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.

LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.

MAC (Media Access Control) Address - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.

NAT (Network Address Translation) - NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet.

Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users.

Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.

Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport.

PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe.

RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access.

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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