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Linksys WAP54GX manual Domain - A specific name for a network of computers

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DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet.

DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.

Domain - A specific name for a network of computers.

Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.

EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - A general authentication protocol used to control network access. Many specific authentication methods work within this framework.

Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network.

Ethernet - IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.

Firewall - A set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resources of a network from users from other networks.

Firmware - The programming code that runs a networking device.

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) - A protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network.

Full Duplex - The ability of a networking device to receive and transmit data simultaneously.

Gateway - A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols.

Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time.

HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web.

Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.

Appendix E: Glossary

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Contents

User Guide 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GAccess Point with SRX WIRELESSHow to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Table of ContentsChapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Chapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix G Warranty Information Appendix A TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix F SpecificationsList of Figures Figure 6-9 Wireless Security - RADIUS Screen adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC Chapter 1 IntroductionWelcome network a series of computers or devices connected togetherWhat’s in this User Guide? Appendix I Contact Information This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory informationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationRoaming Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Networkssid your wireless networks name Network TopologyNetwork Layout The Front Panel Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXThe Back Panel Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Connections for SetupOverview 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 WEP 64-Bit WEP 128-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 SRXfirmware the programming code that runs a networking device WirelessAdministration StatusAccessing the Utility The Setup - Network Setup TabNetwork Setup Figure 6-3 Setup - Static IP Screen Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings TabBasic Wireless Settings Wireless-G Access Point with SRXThe Wireless - Wireless Security Tab Wireless Securityencryption 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 upgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer version The Administration - Factory Defaults TabThe Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab Factory DefaultsThe Status - Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network Wireless Network The Status - Wireless Network TabWhat is the IEEE 802.11g standard? Appendix A TroubleshootingCan the Access Point act as my DHCP server? What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?What is roaming? What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?What is Ad-hoc? What is Infrastructure?Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?Does the Access Point function as a firewall? What is a MAC Address?How do I reset the Access Point? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity 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 FirmwareNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP Shared ResourcesAppendix 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 Storage Humidity Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix F Specifications Operating 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