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Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

What’s in this User Guide?

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

•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 with SRX This chapter describes the physical features of the Access Point.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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

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

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

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

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.

•Appendix G: Warranty Information

This appendix supplies the Access Point’s warranty information.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Contents

2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Access Point with SRXWIRELESS User Guideword definition How to Use this User GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless NetworkChapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix A Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityAppendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty InformationList of Figures Figure 6-9 Wireless Security - RADIUS Screen Chapter 1 Introduction Welcomenetwork a series of computers or devices connected together adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this User Guide? This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory information Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix H Regulatory Information Appendix I Contact InformationChapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network ssid your wireless networks nameNetwork Topology 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 SetupWireless AdministrationStatus firmware the programming code that runs a networking deviceNetwork Setup Accessing the UtilityThe Setup - Network Setup Tab Figure 6-3 Setup - Static IP Screen The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWireless-G Access Point with SRX 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 The Administration - Factory Defaults Tab The Administration - Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Defaults 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 NetworkAppendix A Troubleshooting Can the Access Point act as my DHCP server?What is the IEEE 802.11b standard? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?What IEEE 802.11g features are supported? What is Ad-hoc?What is Infrastructure? What is roaming?What is the ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing?What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Access Point?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? 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 FirmwareAppendix D Windows Help TCP/IPShared 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 Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix F SpecificationsOperating Humidity 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