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The Back Panel

Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

The Back Panel

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

Figure 3-2: Back Panel

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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Contents

Access Point with SRX 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GWIRELESS User GuideCopyright and Trademarks How to Use this User Guideword definition Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Table of ContentsChapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix A TroubleshootingAppendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty InformationList of Figures Figure 6-9 Wireless Security - RADIUS Screen Welcome Chapter 1 Introductionnetwork a series of computers or devices connected together adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory informationAppendix H Regulatory Information Appendix I Contact Informationssid your wireless networks name Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology RoamingNetwork Layout The Front Panel Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXThe Back Panel Connections for Setup Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXOverview Chapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Figure 5-2 Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Figure 5-4 Power on the Access Point Screen Figure 5-6 Select the Access Point Screen Figure 5-8 Basic Settings Screen Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings WEP 128-Bit WEP WEP 64-Bitencryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA2 Personal WPA/WPA2 Personal WPA PersonalWPA2 Mixed Mode Figure 5-15 Confirm New Settings Screen Setup Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAdministration WirelessStatus firmware the programming code that runs a networking deviceThe Setup - Network Setup Tab Accessing the UtilityNetwork Setup Figure 6-3 Setup - Static IP Screen Basic Wireless Settings The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Access Point with SRX Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXWireless Security The Wireless - Wireless Security Tabencryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA-Enterprise WPA2-MixedRADIUS Wireless MAC Filter The Wireless - Wireless MAC Filter TabAdvanced Wireless The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tabpacket a unit of data sent over a network Management The Administration - Management TabThe Administration - Log Tab The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab The Administration - Factory Defaults TabFactory Defaults upgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer versionAP’s Information The Status - Local Network TabLocal Network Wireless Network The Status - Wireless Network TabCan the Access Point act as my DHCP server? Appendix A TroubleshootingWhat is the IEEE 802.11b standard? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?What is Ad-hoc? What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?What is Infrastructure? What is roaming?What is Spread Spectrum? What is the ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing?How do I reset the Access Point? What is a MAC Address?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? Does the Access Point function as a firewall?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA-Personal. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareTCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix E Glossary Domain - A specific name for a network of computers Packet - A unit of data sent over a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Topology - The physical layout of a network Appendix F Specifications Appendix F Specifications Wireless-G Access Point with SRXOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix H Regulatory Information Dual-Band Wireless Access PointAppendix I Contact Information