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Linksys WMLS11B, WML11B manual Overview, Connection to a Wired Network for Setup

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Overview

Wireless-B Media Link for Music

Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup

Overview

This chapter will explain how to connect the Media Link to your wired computer or network for setup.

If you want to set up the Media Link using its front panel LCD screen (without using your computer), then proceed to “Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Audio System.”

Connection to a Wired Network for Setup

1.Connect the included Ethernet network cable to an Ethernet (LAN) port on your PC, router, or switch.

2.Connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the Media Link’s back panel.

3.If you have connected the Media Link to your PC, then move the Media Link’s crossover (X-II) switch to the Crossover (X) position.

	If you have connected the Media LInk to your router or switch, then move the crossover (X-II) switch to the
	Parallel (II) position.	Figure 3-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable
4.	Plug the power adapter into the Media Link’s Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.
5.	The Media Link will automatically power on, and the green LED adjacent to the Ethernet port will light up.

Figure 3-2: Connect the Media Link’s Power

Chapter 3: Connecting the Wireless-B Media Link for Music to Your Network for Setup

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Linksys WMLS11B, WML11B manual Overview, Connection to a Wired Network for Setup

Contents

Media Link for Music 2.4802GHz.11b Wireless-BWIRELESS User GuideHow to Use this Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition Table of Contents for Music List of Figures Figure 5-9 Connect the Power Figure 6-15 Internet Radio Screen Chapter 1 Introduction Wireless-BMedia Link for MusicWelcome What’s in this Guide? Appendix D Upgrading Firmware Back Panel Front PanelSSID your wireless network’s name Remote ControllerPlay/Pause Speakers Optional Right SpeakerLeft Speaker Overview Connection to a Wired Network for SetupFigure 3-3 Insert the Base Plate Overview Running the Setup WizardFigure 4-2 License Agreement Screen Click Next SSID your wireless network’s name Figure 4-6 Basic Settings ScreenFigure 4-8 Wireless Security Settings Screen Click Finish to continue Setting up Musicmatch Jukebox Overview OverviewDo the same for the left speaker Connecting to the Media Link to Your Stereo Figure 5-7 Connecting the RCA Cable to Your Stereo Connecting the Media Link to Your Network Using the LCD Menus to Set up the Media Link Change to wiredDevice Name Infrastructure configuration in which a WirelessSSID your wireless network’s name Ad-hoc a group of wireless devicesSite Survey Wireless-BMedia Link for MusicTCP/IP EncryptionGateway DHCPIP Address Subnet MaskSetting up Musicmatch Jukebox Installing the Media Server Software3.Click the CD Lookup/Connectivity tab Playlists Favorites Browse Internet Radio LCD Menu Icons Albums Playlist MenuFavorites Menu Browse MenuGenres Network Setup MenuInternet Radio Menu Media Server MenuFigure 6-18 Device Name Screen Figure 6-21 Network Type Screen Wireless-BMedia Link for MusicNetwork Type EncryptionFigure 6-24 Site Survey Screen Hostname ProxyDNS Server 1 and DNS Server Proxy ServerNetwork Status Menu Update Radio List MenuAutomatic Update Manual UpdateOverview LoginWireless SetupFigure 7-3 Security Setting Screen Favorites Password LAN Settings WirelessStatus Help Common Problems and Solutions Appendix A TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?How do I set my favorite Internet radio stations? What is infrastructure mode? What is ad-hocmode?Appendix B: Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks 1.Disable Broadcast 2.Make it unique Overview Figure C-1 Example of a Wireless NetworkFigure C-2 Example of a Wired Network Wireless-BMedia Link for MusicAppendix D Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Windows HelpTCP/IP Shared ResourcesAppendix F Glossary CTS Clear To Send - A signal sent by a wireless device, signifying that it is ready to receive data Packet - A unit of data sent over a network Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products TX Rate - Transmission Rate Appendix G Specifications Operating Humidity Wireless-BMedia Link for MusicAppendix G Specifications Storage TempAppendix H Warranty Information Appendix I Regulatory Information Chapter J Contact Information