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Linksys WRT54GC manual Administration Tab Management

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Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router

The Administration Tab - Management

This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security.

Management

Router Password

Router Password and Re-enter to Confirm. You can change the Router’s password from here. Enter a new Router password and then type it again in the Re-enter to Confirm field to confirm.

Remote Router Access

Remote Management. To access the Router remotely, from outside the local network, select Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default setting, Disabled.

Remote Upgrade. If you want to be able to upgrade the Router remotely, from outside the local network, select Enabled. (You must have the Remote Management feature enabled as well.) Otherwise, keep the default setting, Disabled.

Allow Remote IP Address. If you want to be able to access the Router from any external IP address, select Any IP Address. If you want to specify an external IP address or range of IP addresses, then select the second option and complete the fields provided.

Remote Management Port. Enter the port number that will be open to outside access.

UPnP

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) allows Windows Me and XP to automatically configure the Router for various Internet applications, such as gaming and videoconferencing.

UPnP. If you want to use UPnP, keep the default setting, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.

Allow Users to Configure. Keep the default setting, Enabled, if you want to be able to make manual changes to the Router while using the UPnP feature. Otherwise, select Disabled.

Allow Users to Disable Internet Access. Keep the default setting, Enabled, if you want to be able to prohibit any and all Internet connections. Otherwise, select Disabled.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router

Figure 5-30: Administration Tab - Management

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Linksys WRT54GC manual Administration Tab Management

Contents

Wireless- G Word definition How to Use This User GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows HelpRouter’s Front Panel Router’s Back Panel20 Wireless Tab Wireless Client List Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Planning Your Wireless NetworkSsid your wireless network’s name Network TopologyPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Broadband an always-on, fast Internet connection Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband RouterBack Panel Front Panel PowerBottom Panel Stand Reset ButtonOptional Linksys Longer Range Antenna HGA7S TAB Top PanelOverview Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband RouterConnecting Your Network Devices Connecting Another Router Hardware Installation for Connection to Another RouterConnecting Your Network Devices Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Internet Setup How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Basic Setup Packet a unit of data sent over a network Static IP Connection TypeOptional Settings Network SetupDhcp Server Settings Time Settings Setup Tab DdnsMAC Address Clone Setup Tab MAC Address Clone12 Setup Tab Advanced Routing Gateway Setup Tab Advanced RoutingWireless Network Wireless Tab Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Security Wireless Tab Wireless Security17 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WPA2 Personal Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterAdvanced Wireless Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless SettingsCompact Wireless-G Broadband Router Firewall Security Tab FirewallInternet Access Policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access PolicySecurity Tab VPN Passthrough VPN Passthrough25 Access Restrictions Tab Summary To create an Internet Access policyPort Range Forwarding Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardingCompact Wireless-G Broadband Router Port Range Triggering Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range TriggeringDMZ Applications and Gaming Tab DMZManagement Administration Tab ManagementBackup and Restore Log Administration Tab LogDiagnostics Administration Tab DiagnosticsAdministration Tab Firmware Upgrade Administration Tab Factory DefaultsFactory Defaults Firmware UpgradeInternet Connection Status Tab RouterRouter Information Dhcp Server Status Tab Local NetworkLocal Network 41 Status Tab Wireless Status Tab WirelessNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me Application Protocol IP Address EnabledCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Application Start ~ End Port Protocol IP Address EnabledCompact Wireless-G Broadband Router Need to upgrade the firmware To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower 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?How can I block 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 802.11a standard?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11a features are supported?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is Spread Spectrum? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? How do I reset the Router?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Administration Tab Firmware UpgradeNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Windows 98SE or Me InstructionsFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Figure E-4 Wireless MAC Filter ListAppendix F Glossary Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Model Appendix G SpecificationsCertifications Limited Warranty Appendix H Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix I Regulatory InformationSafety Notices Appendix J Contact Information