Back Panel LAN Port | Linksys WAP54G guide

Wireless-G Access Point

The Back Panel

The Access Point's Ethernet network and power ports, as well as the Reset button, are located on the back panel.

port: the connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters

Figure 3-2: Back Panel

LAN Port

The Ethernet network port connects to an Ethernet network device, such as a switch or router.

Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Access Point's factory defaults. Either press the Reset button, for approximately ten seconds, or use the Administration - Factory Defaults screen of the Access Point's Web-based Utility.

IMPORTANT: Resetting the Access Point will erase all of your settings (including wireless security, IP address, and power output) and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Access Point if you want to retain these settings.

Power Port The Power port connects to the Access Point’s power adapter.

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point

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The Back Panel

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Linksys WAP54G manual Back Panel LAN Port

Contents

802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Front Panel Back Panel 25 Congratulations Screen Site Survey Screen Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point Roaming Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point Cisco logo Back Panel LAN Port Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Access PointConnections for Setup Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point Using the Setup Wizard Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen Using the Access Point’s SecureEasySetup Feature 10 SecureEasySetup Screen 15 Confirm New Settings Screen Configuring a Non-SecureEasySetup Device 16 Congratulations Screen Manually Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings 17 Configure Wireless Settings Screen WEP 64-Bit WEP 128-Bit WPA Personal WPA2 Personal WPA Enterprise WPA2 Mixed ModeLinksys Wireless Guard 25 Congratulations Screen Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings 26 Attention Screen 28 Securing Your Access Point Screen 31 Wireless Guard Congratulations Screen Using the Linksys Wireless Guard Service Client Software Installation Exit Other Applications Destination Location Network Access Restart Your Computer Accessing your Account Your Account 11 Network Administration Add a Guest 12 Modify Access Control Add a Member Member Registration 16 Subscriber Information 18 Credentials Information To secure an unprotected network Securing or Unprotecting Your Wireless Guard NetworkTo unprotect a network Navigating the Utility Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointSetup Status WirelessAdministration Network Setup Accessing the UtilitySetup Network Setup Tab Configuration Type Setup Static IP Screen LAN MAC Address Setup AP Mode TabAP Mode Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Setup AP Mode Tab Wireless-G Access Point Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Wireless Settings 12 Confirm Reset WPA-Personal Wireless Wireless Security TabWireless Security WPA2-Personal WPA2-Mixed WPA-Enterprise Radius Access Restriction Wireless Wireless MAC Filter TabWireless MAC Filter Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Wireless Wireless-G Access Point Backup and Restore Administration Management TabAP’s Password Management Snmp Community Administration Snmp TabSnmp V1/V2c Administration Log Tab Log Firmware Upgrade Administration Factory Defaults TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Factory Defaults Local Network Status Local Network TabAP’s Information Status Wireless Network Tab Wireless Network 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? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited Warranty Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC Statement Information section in this Guide Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?