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How to Use This User Guide
Copyright and Trademarks
Word definition
Table of Contents
Appendix B Wireless Security
Appendix a Troubleshooting
Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help
Connect a PC
Router’s Side Panel
24 Security Tab Firewall
Welcome
Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
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Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode
Planning Your Wireless Network
Ssid your wireless network’s name
Network Topology
Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout
Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
Router’s Ports and Reset Button
Broadband an always-on, fast Internet connection
Router’s LEDs
Power
Overview
Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
Placement Options
Stand Option
Wall-Mount Option
Isp your internet provider
Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router
Setup Tab Basic Setup
Internet Setup
Internet Connection Type
Static IP Connection Type
Pptp Connection Type
Optional Settings
Network Setup
Router IP
Packet a unit of data sent over a network
Time Setting
Network Address Server Settings Dhcp
Ddns
Setup Tab Ddns
Mac address the unique address that a
Setup Tab MAC Address Clone
NAT Mode
Setup Tab Advanced Routing
Advanced Routing
Dynamic Routing
16 Setup Tab Advanced Routing NAT Mode Routing Table
Wireless Network
Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings
Wireless Tab Wireless Security
Wireless Security
Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network
20 Wireless Tab Wireless Security WEP
Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter
Advanced Wireless
Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings
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Firewall
Security Tab Firewall
VPN Pass Through
Block WAN Request
Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access
Internet Access
To create an Internet Access policy
Url the address of a file located on the Internet
Ftp a protocol used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network
Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range Forward
Port Range Forward
Port Range
Applications and Gaming Tab DMZ
Applications and Gaming Tab Port Triggering
Port Triggering
Triggered Range and Forwarded Range
Wireless
QoS Quality of Service
Internet Access Priority
Applications and Gaming Tab QoS
Port Range
Summary
Cancel Changes button
Router Password
Administration Tab Management
Local Router Access
Https Web Access
Multicast
UPnP
System Log
Administration Tab Log
URL Filter Log
DoS Log
Ping Test
Administration Tab Diagnostics
Traceroute Test
Ping Parameters
Administration Tab Firmware Upgrade
Administration Tab Factory Defaults
Factory Defaults
Upgrade Firmware
Administration Tab Config Management
Backup Configuration
Restore Configuration
Status Tab Router
Router Information
Internet Connection
Local Network
Status Tab Local Network
Wireless
Status Tab Wireless
Internet/Wireless
Status Tab System Performance
System Performance
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Appendix a Troubleshooting
Common Problems and Solutions
Need to set a static IP address on a PC
For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP
Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me
TCP
Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled
Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
My power LED will not stop flashing
To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default
Need to upgrade the firmware
My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting
Cannot connect to the Internet
My wireless-G speed seems to be slow
Where is the Router installed on the network?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn on SRX on my router?
Is IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router?
How can I block corrupted FTP downloads?
Does the Router support ICQ send file?
What is DMZ Hosting?
What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?
What are the advanced features of the Router?
What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?
Is the Router cross-platform compatible?
What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?
What Ieee 802.11g 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 reset the Router?
How do I resolve issues with signal loss?
Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network
Appendix B Wireless Security
Security Precautions
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
Appendix C Upgrading Firmware
Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware
Appendix D Windows Help
Shared Resources
Network Neighborhood/My Network Places
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions
Figure E-1 IP Configuration Screen
For the Router’s Web-based Utility
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
Appendix F Glossary
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FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi 802.11b, 802.11g, WPA
Appendix G Specifications
Model
Standards
Storage Temp
Operating Temp
Operating Humidity
To 40 C 32 F to 104 F
Limited Warranty
Appendix H Warranty Information
FCC Statement
Appendix I Regulatory Information
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Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
Appendix J Contact Information
Need to contact Linksys?
Information section in this Guide