Appendix D Windows Help, Shared Resources | Linksys WET54G V3

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Appendix D: Windows Help

Almost all Linksys wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix.

TCP/IP

Before a computer can communicate with the Bridge, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network. This is true for wireless networks as well. Your PCs will not be able to utilize wireless networking without having TCP/IP enabled. Windows Help provides complete instructions on enabling TCP/IP.

Shared Resources

If you wish to share printers, folder, or files over your network, Windows Help provides complete instructions on utilizing shared resources.

Network Neighborhood/My Network Places

Other PCs on your network will appear under Network Neighborhood or My Network Places (depending upon the version of Windows you're running). Windows Help provides complete instructions on adding PCs to your network.

Appendix D: Windows Help

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Linksys WET54G V3 manual Appendix D Windows Help, Shared Resources, Network Neighborhood/My Network Places

Contents

Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network 10 RADIUS-TTLS Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeNetwork Topology Network Layout Ad-Hoc Network GettingtoKnowtheWireless-GEthernetBridge LAN Front Panel Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Setup Connect the Power Setting Up the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Welcome List of Bridges Wireless Settings Security Settings-WEP 10 Confirmation Connection to a Network Device Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge for Network UsePlacement Options Wall Mount Option Vertical Placement Stand Option Using the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility OverviewStarting the Web-based Utility Setup Wireless Site Survey WEP WEP WPA Pre-Shared Key Radius MD5 TLS RADIUS-TLS Ttls 10 RADIUS-TTLS Advanced Settings 11 Password Tab MAC Address Status LAN SettingsWireless Settings LAN Statistics Help 14 Help Tab Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Web-based Utility won’t open What is ad-hoc mode? What is ISM band? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Warranty Year LimitedStorage Temp Storage Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited Warranty Industry Canada Canada Appendix H Regulatory InformationFCC Statement EC Declaration of Conformity Europe Safety Notices France Appendix I Contact Information