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Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

What’s in this User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Router’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 Router for Mobile Broadband This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

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

•Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.

•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 firmware on the Router should you need to do so.

•Appendix D: Windows Help

This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Contents

802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Router’s Ports List of Figures 17 Setup Tab Advanced Routing Router 51 Status Tab Wireless Welcome Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Planning Your Wireless NetworkSsid service set identifier your wireless network’s name Network Topology Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Router’s Ports Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Router’s LEDs are located on the Router’s other side panel Router’s LEDs Router’s Data Card Slot Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Connect Your Computer Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem Connect the Power Diagram for Connection to Another Router Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router Connect Your Computer Stand Option Placement Options 11 Measurement between Wall-Mount Slots Wall-Mount Option Password Screen Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Mobile Network Setup Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Setup Status Static IP Connection Type L2TP Connection Type Optional Settings Network Setup Network Address Server Settings DhcpRouter IP 11 Time Setting Time Setting Mobile Network Connection Mode Setup Tab Mobile NetworkMobile Network Status Data Card Status Setup Tab Ddns DynDNS.orgTZO.com MAC Clone Setup Tab MAC Address Clone Advanced Routing Setup Tab Advanced RoutingDynamic Routing Static Routing Wireless Network Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Security Wireless Tab Wireless Security AES 25 Wireless Tab Wireless Security Radius Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Advanced Wireless Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Security Tab Firewall FirewallBlock WAN Requests Internet Access Access Restrictions Tab Internet AccessTo create an Internet Access policy Security Tab VPN Passthrough 33 Internet Policy Summary Port Range Forward Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range Forward Port Triggering Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggeringTriggered Range Forwarded Range Applications and Gaming Tab DMZ Wired QoSApplications and Gaming Tab QoS Device Priority Wireless QoS Ethernet Port PriorityApplication Priority Administration Tab Management Router PasswordUPnP Log Administration Tab Log Administration Tab Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test Administration Tab Factory Defaults Administration Tab Firmware UpgradeAdministration Tab Config Management 48 Status Tab Mobile Network Status Tab Mobile Network Status Tab Router Router InformationInternet Local Network Status Tab Local Network Wireless Status Tab Wireless Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband TCP Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default Need to upgrade the firmwareMy DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Power LED keeps flashing Where is the Router installed on the network? Frequently Asked QuestionsIs IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades?How can I avoid corrupted FTP downloads? What are the advanced features of the Router? What is DMZ Hosting?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Router cross-platform compatible? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is roaming? What is infrastructure mode?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Router? How do I connect to the mobile network? What do the indicator LEDs signify on the Router? Whom should I call if there is a question or problem? How do I know which mobile network I am using? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places For the Router’s Web-based Utility Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure E-4 MAC Address Filter List Appendix F Glossary Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix G Specifications FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi 802.11b, 802.11g, WPA Appendix H Warranty Information Appendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband