RF-Link Technology WRT55AG manual Introduction, Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router

Instant Wireless® Series

Help	55
Advanced Tabs	56
Advanced Wireless	56
Internet Filter	60
Port Forwarding	63
Routing	66
DDNS	68
Appendix A: Troubleshooting	70
Common Problems and Solutions	70
Frequently Asked Questions	81
Appendix B: How to Ping Your ISP’s E-mail &
Web Addresses	89
Appendix C: Configuring Wireless Security	92
Background	92
WEP Encryption	93
Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IP
Address for Your Ethernet Adapter	94
Appendix E: Glossary	97
Appendix F: Specifications	113
Environmental	114
Appendix G: Warranty Information	115
Appendix H: Contact Information	116

Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router

The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router is like four devices in one box! The Router function lets you securely share one high-speed Internet con- nection among your entire network, while the 4-port full duplex 10/100 Switch jump-starts your wired-Ethernet network. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy- chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need.

The Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router also contains two Wireless Access Points, supporting all three wireless networking specifications. The first Access Point uses the 2.4GHz radio band, supporting both the popular and inexpensive Wireless-B (802.11b) standard at 11Mbps, and the new, almost five times faster, Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) at 54Mbps. The second Access Point radio operates in the 5GHz band, and supports Wireless-A (802.11a) net- working, also at 54Mbps. Since the two radios operate in different bands, they can work simultaneously, blanketing your wireless zone with bandwidth.

To protect your data and privacy, the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router can encrypt all wireless transmissions. The MAC Address filter lets you decide exactly who has access to your wireless network. The Router also serves as a DHCP Server, has NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders, DMZ capability, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the web browser-based configuration utility.

With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router at the center of your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers, and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and security you need!

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