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Linksys WAP54GX manual Topology - The physical layout of a network

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TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted.

Topology - The physical layout of a network.

TX Rate - Transmission Rate.

Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version.

Upload - To transmit a file over a network.

URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.

VPN (Virtual Private Network) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet.

WAN (Wide Area Network)- The Internet.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) - A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly.

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) - A wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server.

Appendix E: Glossary

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Contents

WIRELESS 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GAccess Point with SRX User GuideHow to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition 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 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 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 deviceAccessing the Utility The Setup - Network Setup TabNetwork Setup 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 SRXThe Wireless - Wireless Security Tab Wireless Securityencryption encoding data transmitted in a network 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 versionThe Status - Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network 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?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 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