Cisco WMP54GR User's Guide

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.®Model No.PCI Adapter Wireless-GWMP54GRUser GuideWIRELESSGHz2.4802.11gwith RangeBooster

5Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork LayoutWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterNetwork LayoutLinksys wireless access points and wirel

6Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterStarting the SetupWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterChapter 3:

7Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterConnecting the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterConnec

8Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAvaila

9Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster• If y

10Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterManua

11Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster4. If

12Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAuthe

13Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWPA E

14Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterRADIU

Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterCopyright and TrademarksSpecifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark

15Chapter 3: Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSetting up the AdapterWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster6. Th

16Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorAccessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterChapter 4: Using the Wire

17Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorLink InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWireless Network StatusThe Wireless Network Sta

18Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorLink InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWireless Network StatisticsThe Wireless Network

19Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorSite SurveyWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterSite SurveyThe Site Survey screen displays a list of

20Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorSite SurveyWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterthe passphrase of your other wireless network device

21Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorProfilesWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterProfilesThe Profiles screen lets you save different con

22Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterCreate a New ProfileThe next screen to appe

23Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWEP Key - The WEP key you enter must match

24Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterManual SetupIf your network is not listed w

Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1Welcome 1What’s in this Guide? 2Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Ne

25Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster3. The Wireless Mode screen shows a choice

26Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWEPWEP - Select 64-bit or 128-bit encryptio

27Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterPSK2Enter a Passphrase that is 8-63 charact

28Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWPA EnterpriseWPA Enterprise features WPA s

29Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterRADIUSRADIUS features use of a RADIUS serve

30Chapter 4: Using the Wireless Network MonitorCreate a New ProfileWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster6. The Confirm New Settings screen will app

30Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix A: TroubleshootingThis appendix consists of

31Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterFrequently Asked QuestionsCan I run an application from

32Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWhat is ad-hoc mode?When a wireless network is set to a

33Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterreliability, integrity, and security. In other words, m

Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterList of FiguresFigure 3-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 6Figure 3-2: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement 6Figu

34Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless ConfigurationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless ConfigurationIf you

35Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless ConfigurationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster2. The screen that appears will show any available wirele

36Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless ConfigurationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster4. If your network uses wireless security WEP, enter the

37Appendix C: Wireless SecuritySecurity PrecautionsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix C: Wireless SecurityLinksys wants to make wireless

38Appendix C: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique

39Appendix C: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWPA-Personal. If you do not have a RAD

40Appendix D: Windows HelpWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix D: Windows HelpAll wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is

41Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix E: Glossary802.11b - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum da

42Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterDSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pat

43Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterRADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) - A protocol that uses an authentica

Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterFigure 4-10: Import a Profile 20Figure 4-11: Export a Profile 20Figure 4-12: Create a New Profile 21Figure

44Appendix F: SpecificationsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix F: SpecificationsStandards 802.11g, 802.11b, PCI 2.3Channels 802.11b / 80

45Appendix F: SpecificationsWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterStorage Temp. -20° C to 85° C (-4° F to 185° F)Operating Humidity Maximum 90% Non-

46Appendix G: Warranty InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix G: Warranty InformationLIMITED WARRANTYLinksys warrants to You that

47Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range BoosterAppendix H: Regulatory InformationFCC StatementThis product has been test

48Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range BoosterUser Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC

49Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster

50Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster

51Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster

52Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range BoosterFor more information, visit www.linksys.com.

53Appendix I: Contact InformationWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterAppendix I: Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?Visit us online for in

1Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterChapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeThank you for choosing the Wireless-G PCI Adapter

2Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterWhat’s in this Guide?This user guide covers the steps for setting

3Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster• Appendix I: Contact InformationThis appendix provides contact i

4Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork TopologyWireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBoosterChapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork Top