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Wireless-G Access Point

What’s in this User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Access Point.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Access Point’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 Access Point

This chapter describes the physical features of the Access Point.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point

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

•Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Access Point

This chapter explains how to use the Setup Wizard to configure the settings on the Access Point.

•Chapter 6: Using the Linksys Wireless Guard Service

This chapter explains how to use the Linksys Wireless Guard service to secure your network.

•Chapter 7: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point

This chapter explains how to use the Access Point’s Web-based Utility for advanced configuration.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some frequently asked questions regarding installation and use of the Access Point.

•Appendix B: Wireless Security

This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.

•Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware

This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the Access Point’s firmware.

•Appendix D: Windows Help

This appendix describes some of the ways Windows can help you with wireless networking.

•Appendix E: Glossary

This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.

•Appendix F: Specifications

This appendix provides the Access Point’s technical specifications.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Contents

802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User Guide Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityFrequently Asked Questions Back Panel Front Panel 25 Congratulations Screen Site Survey Screen Welcome Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network Layout Cisco logo Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point Back Panel LAN Port Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point Connections for SetupOverview Using the Setup Wizard Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen 10 SecureEasySetup Screen Using the Access Point’s SecureEasySetup Feature 15 Confirm New Settings Screen 16 Congratulations Screen Configuring a Non-SecureEasySetup Device 17 Configure Wireless Settings Screen Manually Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings WEP 128-Bit WEP 64-Bit WPA2 Personal WPA Personal WPA2 Mixed Mode Linksys Wireless GuardWPA Enterprise 25 Congratulations Screen 26 Attention Screen Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings 28 Securing Your Access Point Screen 31 Wireless Guard Congratulations Screen Client Software Installation Using the Linksys Wireless Guard Service Exit Other Applications Destination Location Restart Your Computer Network Access Your Account Accessing your Account Add a Guest 11 Network Administration 12 Modify Access Control Member Registration Add a Member 16 Subscriber Information 18 Credentials Information Securing or Unprotecting Your Wireless Guard Network To unprotect a networkTo secure an unprotected network Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point SetupNavigating the Utility Wireless AdministrationStatus Setup Network Setup Tab Accessing the UtilityNetwork Setup Configuration Type Setup Static IP Screen Setup AP Mode Tab AP ModeLAN MAC Address Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Setup AP Mode Tab Wireless-G Access Point Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab 12 Confirm Reset Wireless Security Wireless Wireless Security TabWPA-Personal WPA2-Personal WPA-Enterprise WPA2-Mixed Radius Wireless Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterAccess Restriction Advanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Wireless-G Access Point AP’s Password Administration Management TabBackup and Restore Management Administration Snmp Tab Snmp V1/V2cSnmp Community Log Administration Log Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade Tab Administration Factory Defaults TabFirmware Upgrade Factory Defaults Status Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network Wireless Network Status Wireless Network Tab Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a Troubleshooting 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 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places 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 Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty Information FCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix I Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Information section in this Guide