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Linksys WAP54GX manual Wireless, Administration, Status

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Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

Wireless

You will use the Wireless tabs to enter a variety of wireless settings for the Access Point.

•Basic Wireless Settings. Enter the network mode, SSID, and other basic settings on this screen.

•Wireless Security. Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s wireless security settings.

•Wireless MAC Filter. From this screen, you can allow access to your wireless network by MAC address.

•Advanced Wireless Settings. Configure the Access Point’s more advanced wireless settings.

Administration

You will use the Administration tabs to manage the Access Point.

•Management. This screen allows you to customize the password settings, as well as back up or restore the Access Point’s configuration file.

•Log. Configure the Log settings for the Access Point on this screen.

•Factory Defaults. Use this screen to reset the Access Point to its factory default settings.

•Firmware Upgrade. Upgrade the Access Point’s firmware on this screen.

Status

You will be able to view status information for your local and wireless network.

•Local Network. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its local network.

•Wireless Network. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its wireless network.

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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Linksys WAP54GX manual Wireless, Administration, Status, firmware the programming code that runs a networking device

Contents

WIRELESS 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GAccess Point with SRX User Guideword definition How to Use this User GuideCopyright and Trademarks Chapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Table of ContentsChapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix F Specifications Appendix A TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix G Warranty InformationList of Figures Figure 6-9 Wireless Security - RADIUS Screen network a series of computers or devices connected together Chapter 1 IntroductionWelcome adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this User Guide? Appendix H Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory informationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix I Contact InformationNetwork Topology Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Networkssid your wireless networks name RoamingNetwork Layout Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX The Front PanelThe Back Panel Overview Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXConnections for Setup 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 encryption encoding data transmitted in a network WEP WEP 64-BitWEP 128-Bit WPA/WPA2 Personal WPA Personal WPA2 PersonalWPA2 Mixed Mode Figure 5-15 Confirm New Settings Screen Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX SetupStatus WirelessAdministration firmware the programming code that runs a networking deviceNetwork Setup Accessing the UtilityThe Setup - Network Setup Tab Figure 6-3 Setup - Static IP Screen Wireless-G Access Point with SRX The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings TabBasic Wireless Settings Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXencryption encoding data transmitted in a network The Wireless - Wireless Security TabWireless Security WPA2-Mixed WPA-EnterpriseRADIUS The Wireless - Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterThe Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Wirelesspacket a unit of data sent over a network The Administration - Management Tab ManagementThe Administration - Log Tab Factory Defaults The Administration - Factory Defaults TabThe Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab upgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer versionLocal Network The Status - Local Network TabAP’s Information The Status - Wireless Network Tab Wireless NetworkWhat is the IEEE 802.11b standard? Appendix A TroubleshootingCan the Access Point act as my DHCP server? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?What is Infrastructure? What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?What is Ad-hoc? What is roaming?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? What is a MAC Address?How do I reset the Access Point? Does the Access Point function as a firewall?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions 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 FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP 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 Operating Humidity Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix F Specifications Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationDual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix I Contact Information