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Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What’s in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Bottom Pa[...]

Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 34 The Administration Tab - Management 35 The Administration Tab - Log 37 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 38 The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 39 The Administration Ta b - Firmware Upgrade 39 The Status Tab - Router 40 The Status Tab - Local Network 41 The Statu[...]

Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 7 Figure 3-3: The Router’s Bottom Panel 8 Figure 3-4: The Router’s Top Panel 9 Figure 4-1: Connecting your Broadband Modem 10 Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 11 Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 11 Figur[...]

Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Client List 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 26 Figure 5-22: Security Tab - Firewall 28 Figure 5-23: Security Ta b - VPN Passthrough 29 Figure 5-24: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy 29 Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions Tab - Summary 30 [...]

1 Chapter 1: Introductio n Welcome Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction We l c o m e Thank you for choosing the Linksys Compact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter . The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever , sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily an d securely . How does[...]

2 Chapter 1: Introductio n What’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router What’ s in this Gu ide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router . • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide . • Chapter 2: Planning Y our Wirel[...]

3 Chapter 1: Introductio n What’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router . • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router . • Appendix I: Regulatory Infor mation This appendix suppli[...]

4 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Y our Wireless Network Network T opology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a[...]

5 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the Notebook Adapters (WPC55AG, WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Adapters (WMP55AG, WMP54G , WMP11) for your desktop PCs, and US B Adapters [...]

6 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compa ct Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back Panel Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router The Back P anel The Router’ s ports and Reset button are located on the back panel of the Router . Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Rou[...]

7 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compa ct Wireless-G Broadband Router The Front Panel Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Front P anel The Router’ s LEDs, which indicate the st atus of the Router and network acti vities, are located on the front panel. Wireless Gr een. The WLAN LED flashes when there is a successful wireless connection. Ethe[...]

8 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compa ct Wireless-G Broadband Router The Bottom Panel Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Bottom P anel The Router’ s Reset button is located on the bottom panel. T o access the button, turn the stand perpendicular to the Router . Use a sharp object like a pencil to push in the button. RESET Button There are [...]

9 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Compa ct Wireless-G Broadband Router The Top Panel Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The T op P anel The Router comes with a built-in antenna, but there is an optional high gain antenna, model number HGA7S, that is available for longer range . The Router’s SMA Port (connector) for the optional antenna is locate[...]

10 Chapter 4: Connecting the Com pact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter Overview Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router . For advanced users, you may follow the instructions in this [...]

11 Chapter 4: Connecting the Com pact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter Hardware Installation for Conn ection to your Broadba nd Modem Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 4. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable from one of the Router ’ s numbered ports to your network PC or Ethernet device. 5. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Po[...]

12 Chapter 4: Connecting the Com pact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter Hardware Installation for Conn ection to Another Ro uter Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Hardwar e Installation for Connection to Another Router Before you install the Router , you must change the default IP address of the other router . This is mandatory because both routers m[...]

13 Chapter 4: Connecting the Com pact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter Hardware Installation for Conn ection to Another Ro uter Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 9. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you want to connect to the Router . Disconnect the selected computers or devices from the ot her router , and then connect th em to the[...]

14 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter Overview Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Compact Wireless-G Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router . For advanced users, you may follow the instructions in the[...]

15 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter How to Access the Web-based Utility Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router How to Access the W eb-based Utility T o access the Web-based Utility , launch Internet E xplorer or Ne tscape Navigator , and enter the Router’ s default IP address, 192.168.1. 1 , in the Address field. The[...]

16 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - Basic Setu p Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router • Static IP . If you are r equired to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Intern et, select Static IP . Internet IP Address. This is the Router ’ s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Y our ISP will[...]

17 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - Basic Setu p Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time . Y ou can config ure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Inter net connection has been term i[...]

18 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - Basic Setu p Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router DHCP Server Settin gs The settings allow you to configure the Router ’ s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) ser ver function. The Router can be used as a DHCP ser ver for your network. A DHCP server auto ma[...]

19 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - DDNS Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Time Settings Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu. Click the checkbox if you want the Router to automatically adjust for daylight savings time. Change these settings as described h e[...]

20 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - MAC Ad dress Clone Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router TZO.com E-mail Address, P assword, and Domain Name . Enter the E mail Address, Password, and Domain Name of the service you set up with TZO. Internet IP Ad dress . The Router’ s current Inter net IP Address i[...]

21 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Setup Tab - Advan ced Routing Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Setup T ab - Advanced Routing This tab is use d to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you t o select the ty pe(s) of advanced functions you use . Dynamic Ro uting will automatica[...]

22 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Wireless T ab - Basic Wireless Settings The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen. Wireless Network Wireless-G Settings Mode . From this drop-down menu, you can select the wi[...]

23 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Wireless T ab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of y our wireless network. There are three wireless security mode options supported by the Router: WP A Personal, WP[...]

24 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Figure 5-18: Wireless T ab - Wireless Security (WP A2 Mixe d Mode) WP A2 P ersonal . WPA2 gives you one encryption method, AES , with dynamic encryption keys. Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. Then enter[...]

25 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Wireless T ab - Wireless MA C Filter Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’ s radius. Wireless MAC Filter Access Restricti[...]

26 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Wireless T ab - Advanced Wireless Settings This tab is used to set up the Router’s adv anced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an expert administrator as incorrect s[...]

27 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Fragmentation Threshold . This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into multiple packets. If you experience a high packet erro r rate , you may slightly increase t[...]

28 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Security Tab - Firewall Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Security T ab - Fir ewall The Firew all screen offers Filters and the option to Block W AN Requests. Filters block specific Internet data types and block anonymous Internet requests. T o enable a feature, select E[...]

29 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Security T ab - VPN P a ssthrough Use the settings on this tab to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec , L2TP , or PPTP protocols to pass through the Router’ s firewall. VPN Passthrough IPSec P assthrough . Inte[...]

30 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Figure 5-25: Access Restrictions T ab - Summary Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions T ab - Internet Access PCs List On the Internet Access PCs List screen, you can select a PC by MAC Address or I[...]

31 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Rang e Forwarding Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Applications and Gaming T ab - P ort Range Forwarding The Port Range Forw arding screen allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail s[...]

32 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Rang e Forwarding Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). A widely used ne twork monitoring and control protocol. Data is passed from SNMP agents, which are hardware and/or softw are processes reporting [...]

33 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Applications & G aming Tab - Port Range T riggering Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Applications & Gaming T ab - P ort Range T riggering The Port Range T riggering screen allows the Router to watc h outgoing data for specific port nu mbers. The IP address of th[...]

34 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Applications and Gaming T ab - DMZ The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Inter net for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoco nferencing. DMZ hosting f[...]

35 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Administration Ta b - Management Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Administration T ab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’ s a dministrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security . Management Router Password Rout[...]

36 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Administration Ta b - Management Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Backup and Restore Backup Settings . T o back up the Router’s configuration, click t his button and follow the on-screen instructions. Restore Settings . T o restore the Router ’ s con figuration, click t[...]

37 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Administration T ab - Log Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Administration T ab - Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. T o disable the Log function, keep the de[...]

38 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Administration Tab - Diagnostics Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Administration T ab - Diagnostics The Ping test allows you to check the status of your Internet connection. Diagnostics Ping T est T o IP or URL Address . Enter the IP address or URL that you want to ping[...]

39 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Administration T ab - Factory Defaults This screen allows you to restore the Router’ s configuration to its factor y default settings. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults . Click this button [...]

40 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Status Tab - Rou ter Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Status T ab - Router The Router screen on the Status T ab displays infor mation about the Router and its current settings. T he on- screen information will vary dependin g on the Internet Conne ction T ype you use. R[...]

41 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Status Tab - Loca l Network Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Status T ab - Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status T ab displays the status of your network. Local Network MAC Address . This is the Router’ s MAC Address, as see n on your local, Ethernet ne[...]

42 Chapter 5: Configuring the Co mpact Wireless-G Broadband Rou ter The Status Tab - Wireles s Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router The Status T ab - Wir e less The Wireless screen on the Status T ab displays the statu s of your Wireless-A and/or Wireless-G networks. Wireless Network MAC Address . This is the Router’ s MAC Address, as see n on yo[...]

43 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “F requently Asked Questions. ” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occu r during the installation and operation of the Rout[...]

44 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router • For Windows 2000: 1. Click Start , Settings , and Control P a nel . Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections . 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with th e Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties opt[...]

45 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router B Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me: • Click Start and Ru n . In the Open field, type command . Press the Enter key or click the OK button. For Windows 2000 and XP: • Click Star t and Run . In the Open field, type cmd . Press the Ent[...]

46 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 5. I am not able to access the Setup page of the Router’ s web-based utility . • Refer to “Problem #2, I want to test my Internet c onnection” to ve rify that your computer is properly connected to the Router . • Refer to “ Appendix E: Fi[...]

47 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 7. I need to set up online game hosting or use other Internet applica tions. If you want to play online games or use Internet applications, most will work without doing any port forwarding or DMZ hosting . There may be cases when you want to host an [...]

48 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Follow these steps to set DMZ hosting: 1. Access the Router’ s web-based utility by going to http ://192.168.1.1 or the IP addr ess of the Router . Go to the Applications & Gaming => Port Range Forwarding tab . 2. Disable or remove the entri[...]

49 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 11. T o start over , I ne ed to set the Router to fa ctory default. Hold the Reset button for 8 seconds and then release it. This will return the password, forw arding, and other settings on the Router to the factor y default settings . In other word[...]

50 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Common Problems and So lutions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 15. I can’t access my e-mail, web or I am getting corrupted data from the Internet. The Maximum T ransmission Unit (MTU) setting may need to be adjusted. By default, the MTU is set at 1500. For most DSL users, it is strongly recommended to use MTU [...]

51 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Frequently Ask ed Questions What is the maximum number of IP ad dresses that the Router will support? The Router will support up to 253 IP addresses. Is IPSec P ass-Through su pported b y the Router? Y es, it is a built-in feature that the Router automat[...]

52 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router I set up an Unr eal T ournament Ser ver , but others on the LAN cann ot join. What do I need to do? If you have a dedicated Unreal T our nament ser ver running, you need to create a static IP for each of the LAN computers and forward ports 7777, 7778, 77[...]

53 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router unless that version contains new features that you would like to use . Downloading a more current version of Router firmware will not enhance the quality or speed of y our Inter net connection, and may disrupt your current connection stability . Will the[...]

54 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router How do I g et mIRC to work with the Router ? Under the Port Forwarding tab , set po rt forwarding to 113 for the PC on which you are using mIRC . Can the Router act as my DHCP server? Y es. The Router has DHCP server software built-in. Can I run an ap pl[...]

55 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router What IEEE 802.11b feat ures are supported? The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b functions: • CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol • Multi-Channel Roaming • Automatic Rate Selection • RTS/CTS feature • Fragmentation • Power Management [...]

56 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router selects the right access point and registers its address. Communications between end node and host computer can then be transmitted up and down the backbone . As the user moves on, the end node’s RF transmitter regularly c hecks the system to determine[...]

57 Appendix A: Troublesh ooting Frequently Asked Questions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router practical purposes, this number is usually permanent. Unlike IP addresses, which can change ever y time a computer logs onto the network, the MAC address of a device stays the same, making it a v aluable identifier for the network. How do I reset the Rou[...]

58 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix B: Wireless Securit y Linksys wants to make wir eless networking as safe and easy for you as possible . Th e current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implement[...]

59 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Netwo rks Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router SSID. There are several things to k eep in mind about the SSID: 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the optio n of broadcasting the SSID . While this option may be more[...]

60 Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Netwo rks Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router WP A P ersonal . Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a passwor d in the Passphrase field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or other device [...]

61 Appendix C: Upgradin g Firmware Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Broadband Router's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Administration tab . Do not upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with th e Router or the new firmware has a feature you want to use . T o up[...]

62 Appendi x D: Wind ows Hel p Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all Linksys wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier . These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in t[...]

63 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethe rnet Adapter Windows 98SE or Me Instructions Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Y our Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering[...]

64 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethe rnet Adapter For the Router’s Web-based Utility Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure E-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter . This appears as a series of numb ers and letters. The MAC addre[...]

65 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix F: Glossar y 802.11a - A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - A wireless networking standar d that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. 80[...]

66 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Buffer - A shared or assigned memor y area that is us ed to support and coordinate different computing and networking activities so one isn't held up by the other . Byte - A unit of data that is usually eight bits long Cable Modem - A device that con nects a computer to the cable tel[...]

67 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router DTIM ( D elivery T raffic I ndication M essage) - A message included in data packets that can increase wireless efficiency . Dynamic IP Address - A temporar y IP address assigned by a DHCP server . EAP ( E xtensible A uthentication P rotocol) - A general authentication protocol used to co[...]

68 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP ( I nternet P rotocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network. IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that d[...]

69 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router P assphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encr yption process by automatically generating the WEP encryp tion keys for Linksys products. PEAP ( P rotected E xtensible A uthentication P rotocol) - A mutual authe ntication method that uses a combination of dig[...]

70 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router SOHO ( S mall O ffice/ H ome O ffice) - Market segment of professionals who work at home or in small offices. SPI ( S tateful P acket I nspection) Firewall - A technolog y that inspects incoming packets of information before allowing them to enter the network. Spread Spectrum - Wideband r[...]

71 Appendix F: Glossary Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Upload - T o transmit a file over a network. URL ( U niform R e source L ocator) - The address of a file located on the Inter net. VPN ( V irtual P rivate N etwork) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet. WA N ( W ide A rea N et[...]

72 Appendix G: Specification s Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix G: Specifications Model WRT54GC Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g , IEEE 802.11b Channels 11 Channels (US , Canada) 13 Channels (Europe) 14 Channels (Japan) Ports Internet: One 10/100 RJ-45 Port LAN: Four 10/100 RJ-45 Switched Ports One Power Port, One SMA Po[...]

73 Appendix G: Specification s Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Certifications FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi (802.11b , 802.11g), WPA Operating T emp . 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage T emp . -20° C to 70° C (-4° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity 20% to 80% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 10% to 90% Non-Condensing Warranty 3-Y ear Limited[...]

74 Appendix H: Warranty Informat ion Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix H: Warrant y Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to Y ou that, for a pe riod of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use . Y our exclusive remedy and Li[...]

75 Appendix I: Regulato ry Information Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix I: Regulator y Information FCC ST A TEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specification s for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pr ovide reasonable protection against harmful interferenc[...]

76 Appendix I: Regulato ry Information Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router EN 300-328-1, EN 300-328-2 T echnic al requirements for Radio equipment. Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFT A countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. Contact local Authority fo[...]

77 Appendix J: Contact Informa tion Compact Wireless-G Br oadband Router Appendix J: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www .linksys.com or ftp.linksys.com Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you w[...]