Main
Technical Support
Statement of Conditions
FCC Information to User
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FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
Regulatory Compliance Information
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
Export Restrictions
Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
Requirements For Operation in the European Community
202-10065-01
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Metropolitan Regions with Eased Restrictions in 2.4GHz Band
Countries of Operation & Conditions of Use in the European Community
202-10065-01
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Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the European Community
Allowed 5GHz Channels in Each European Community Country
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Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community
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Contents
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Chapter 1 About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions
How to Use this Manual
How to Print this Manual
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Chapter 2 Introduction
About the WG111U
Key Features
802.11a and 802.11b/g Wireless Networking
Comparing the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g Modes
Whats in the Box?
A Road Map for How to Get There From Here
Introduction 2-5
2-6 Introduction
Introduction 2-7
2-8 Introduction
Chapter 3 Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin
Verifying System Requirements
Observing Location and Range Guidelines
Determining Placement of the USB Adapter
Two Basic Operating Modes
WG111U Default Wireless Configuration Settings
Basic Installation Instructions
For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111U
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For Windows 2000, ME, and 98SE Users Installing a WG111U
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WG111U Wireless Connection Indicators
Interpreting the LED on the WG111U
Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors
Chapter 4 Configuration
Understanding the Configuration Options
Using Configuration Profiles
Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode
How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile
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Connecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc Mode
How to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode Profile
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Whats on the Statistics Page?
Understanding the Advanced Settings Page
European Regulatory Requirements for Transmit Power Control
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Chapter 5 Wireless Security Configuration
Understanding the Security Options
Using WEP Security
Basic Requirements for WEP
WEP Security Settings Worksheet
How to Configure WEP Encryption Security
Using WPA-PSK Advanced Security
Basic Requirements for WPA-PSK
WPA-PSK Security Settings Worksheet
How to Configure WPA-PSK Advanced Security
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Troubleshooting 6-1
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Basic Tips
If you have problems connecting to your wireless network, try the tips below.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
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Technical Specifications A-1
Appendix A Technical Specifications
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Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics
Wireless Networking Overview
Infrastructure Mode
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)
Wireless Channels
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WEP Wireless Security
WEP Authentication
WEP Open System Authentication
WEP Shared Key Authentication
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How to Use WEP Parameters
WPA Wireless Security
How Does WPA Compare to WEP?
How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?
What are the Key Features of WPA Security?
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Wired Network with Optional 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control
Wireless LAN
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Is WPA Perfect?
Product Support for WPA
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Appendix C Preparing Your Network to Work with a Router
What You Need To Use a Router with a Broadband Modem
Cabling and Computer Hardware
Computer Network Configuration Requirements
Internet Configuration Requirements
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters?
Record Your Internet Connection Information
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings in Windows 95B, 98, and Me
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Selecting the Windows Internet Access Method
Verifying TCP/IP Properties
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components
Configuring DHCP of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
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DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
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DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
MacOS 8.6 or 9.x
MacOS X
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
Are Login Protocols Used?
What Is Your Configuration Information?
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
Restarting the Network
Glossary
Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual.
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Index
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