Jameco Electronics 487023U Network Card User Manual
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1. Edit Select a profile and click Edit to change an existing profile Import Click Import to import a profile that has been saved in another location Select the appropriate file and Click the Open button Export Select the profile you want to save in a different location and click Export Direct Windows to the appropriate folder and click the OK button Delete Click Delete to delete a profile NOTE If you want to export more than one profile you have to export them one at a time Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Profiles Click the Profile name and the Connect button to use pre configured wireless network settings Use the menu below to manage your wireless network s Profiles and Advanced settings Wiretess Mode tructer Transter Rate Asto WPC54G CO x Pme ooo Figure 6 6 Importing a Profile 2x Save in LEZ My Computer a m Save as type Cigfiel cio x Cancel Za Figure 6 7 Exporting a Profile 17 Wireless G Notebook Adapter Creating a New Profile 1 On the Profiles screen click New to create a new profile 2 Enter a name for the new profile and click the OK button Click the Cancel button to return to the Profiles screen without entering a name Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile Click the Profile name and the Connect button to use pre configured wireless network settings Use the menu below to manag2. A device that allows wireless equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network Also used to expand the range of a wireless network Adapter A device that adds network functionality to your PC Ad hoc A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other peer to peer without the use of an access point AES Advanced Encryption Standard A security method that uses symmetric 128 bit block data encryption Backbone The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together and handles the most data Bandwidth The transmission capacity of a given device or network Beacon Interval Data transmitted on your wireless network that keeps the network synchronized Bit A binary digit Byte A unit of data that is usually eight bits long CSMA CA Carrier Sense Multiple Access Collision Avoidance A method of data transfer that is used to prevent data collisions CTS Clear To Send A signal sent by a wireless device signifying that it is ready to receive data Default Gateway A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network 36 DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by leasing an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time instead of assigning permanent IP addresses DNS Domain Name Server The IP address of your ISP s ser
3. Distributed by AM ECO www Jameco com 1 800 831 4242 The content and copyrights of the attached ELECTRONICS material are the property of its owner Jameco Part Number 487023 UsersGuide LINKSYS A Division of Cisco Systems Inc 249z Cisco SYSTEMS Model No WPC54G i Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems Inc and or its affiliates in the U S and certain other countries Copyright 2004 Cisco Systems Inc All rights reserved Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders This User Guide The User Guide to the Wireless G Notebook Adapter has been designed to make understanding networking easier than ever Look for the following items when reading this User Guide is something you should pay special attention to while This checkmark means there is a note of interest and using the Adapter This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Adapter gt This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Adapter In addition to these symbols there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this word definition Also each figure diagram screenshot or other image is provided with a figure number and
4. WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security WLAN Wireless Local Area Network A group of computers and associated devices that communicate with each other wirelessly WPA Wi Fi Protected Access a wireless security protocol using TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol encryption which can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server 39 Standards Channels LEDs Transmit Power Protocols Network Protocols Security Features WEP Key Bits Dimensions Unit Weight Certifications Operating Temp Storage Temp Operating Humidity Storage Humidity 802 119 802 11b 11 Channels USA Canada 13 Channels Europe Japan Power Link 18 dBm 802 11b CCK 11 Mbps DOPSK 2 Mbps DBPSK 1 Mbps 802 119 OFDM TCP IP IPX SPX NetBEUI WEP TKIP 802 1x 64 128 Bit 4 53 x 2 13 x 0 30 115 mm x 54 mm x 7 5 mm 1 66 oz 0 047 kg FCC IC 03 CE 32 F to 131 F 0 C to 55 C 13 F to 158 F 25 C to 70 C 5 to 95 Non Condensing 5 to 95 Non Condensing 40 Appendix F Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that for a period of three years the Warranty Period your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use Your exclusive remedy and Linksys entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or r
5. What 802 11b features are supported The product supports the following 802 11b functions CSMA CA plus Acknowledge protocol Multi Channel Roaming Automatic Rate Selection RTS CTS feature Fragmentation Power Management What 802 119 features are supported The product supports the following 802 11g functions CSMA CA plus Acknowledge protocol OFDM protocol Multi Channel Roaming Automatic Rate Selection RTS CTS feature Fragmentation Power Management 29 What is ad hoc mode When a wireless network is set to ad hoc mode the wireless equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other The ad hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network What is infrastructure mode When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point What is roaming Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single access point Before using the roaming function the workstation must make sure that it is the same channel number with the access point of dedicated coverage area To achieve true seamless connectivity the wireless LAN must incorporate a number of different functions Each node and access point for example must always acknowledge receipt of each message Each node must maintain contact wi
6. The Setup Wizard s WPA PSK Screen Figure 4 7 The Setup Wizard s Check Settings Screen Figure 4 8 The Setup Wizard s Congratulations Screen Figure 5 1 Installing the Adapter into your notebook Figure 6 1 Link Information Figure 6 2 Wireless Network Status Figure 6 3 Wireless Network Statistics Figure 6 4 Site Survey Figure 6 5 Profiles Figure 6 6 Importing a Profile Figure 6 7 Exporting a Profile Figure 6 8 Creating a New Profile Figure 6 9 Enter Profile Name Figure 6 10 Wireless Mode for New Profile Figure 6 11 Ad Hoc Mode Settings Figure 6 12 Network Settings Figure 6 13 Wireless Security for New Profile Figure 6 14 WEP Setting for New Profile Figure 6 15 WPA PSK Settings Figure 6 16 TKIP Settings Figure 6 17 WPA RADIUS Settings Figure 6 18 Encryption Type Figure 6 19 EAP TLS Authentication Figure 6 20 EAP TTLS Authentication Figure 6 21 EAP MD5 Authentication Figure 6 22 EAP PEAP Authentication Figure 6 23 EAP LEAP Authentication Figure 6 24 RADIUS Settings Figure 6 25 EAP TLS Authentication Figure 6 26 EAP TTLS Authentication Figure 6 27 EAP MD5 Authentication Figure 6 28 EAP PEAP Authentication Figure 6 29 LEAP Authentication Figure 6 30 Confirm New Settings Figure 6 31 The Congratulations Screen Chapter 1 Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless G Notebook Adapter With this Adapter your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier tha
7. C Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking such as installing the TCP IP protocol Appendix D Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking Appendix E Specifications This appendix provides the Adapter s technical specifications Appendix F Warranty Information This appendix supplies the Adapter s warranty information Appendix G Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Adapter s regulatory information Appendix H Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources including Technical Support Chapter 2 Planning your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless network is a group of computers each equipped with one wireless adapter Computers in a wireless network must be configured to share the same radio channel Several PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate with one another to form an ad hoc network Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point or wireless router An integrated wireless and wired network is called an infrastructure network Each wireless PC in an infrastructure network can talk to any computer in a wired network infrastructure via the access point or wireless router An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of a wireless PC to a wired network and can doubl
8. description like this Figure 0 1 Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the List of Figures section in the Table of Contents WPC54G UG 40223D KL Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Welcome What s in this Guide Chapter 2 Planning your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless G Notebook Adapter The LED Indicators Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration The Installation Procedure Chapter 5 Hardware Installation Connecting the Adapter Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor Link Information Site Survey Profiles Creating a New Profile Appendix A Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B Wireless Security Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Windows Help Appendix D Glossary Appendix E Specifications Appendix F Warranty Information Appendix G Regulatory Information Appendix H Contact Information NN N aoa ao S us IM OMA J Oo ND NN NO DO BB BR PNY List of Figures Figure 3 1 Front Panel Figure 4 1 The Setup Wizard s Welcome Screen Figure 4 2 The Setup Wizard s License Agreement Figure 4 3 The Setup Wizard s Wireless Mode Screen Figure 4 4 The Setup Wizard s Ad Hoc Mode Screen Figure 4 5 The Setup Wizard s WEP Screen Figure 4 6
9. for New Profile 4 The Ad Hoc Mode Settings screen will appear If you chose Infrastructure Mode go to Step 5 now If you chose Ad Hoc Mode select the correct operating channel for your network from the Channel drop down menu Then select the Network Mode from the drop down menu Click Next to go to Step 5 or Back to change any settings Channel The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wireless network If you are unsure about which channel to use select the default channel Channel 6 Select the Channel used by all of the devices n your wireless network COMITE Macame w Select a Network Mode In Mixed Mode Wireless 8 no Network Mode Select Mixed Mode and both Wireless G and Wireless B computers will be allowed on the network but the speed may be reduced Select G Only Mode for maximum speed but no Wireless B users will be allowed on the network Select B Only Mode for Wireless B users only WPC54G Figure 6 11 Ad Hoc Mode Settings Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor 19 Creating a New Profile Wireless G Notebook Adapter 5 The Network Settings screen will appear next If your network has a DHCP server click the radio button next to Obtain an IP address automatically DHCP If your network does not have a DHCP server click the radio button next to Specify the IP Setting Enter an IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway and DNS appropriate for your n
10. 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 this appendix TCP IP Before a computer can communicate with an access point or wireless router TCP IP must be enabled TCP IP is a set of instructions or protocol all PCs follow to communicate over a network This is true for wireless networks as well Your PCs will not be able to utilize wireless networking without having TCP IP enabled Windows Help provides complete instructions on enabling TCP IP Shared Resources If you wish to share printers folder or files over your network Windows Help provides complete instructions on utilizing shared resources Network Neighborhood My Network Places Other PCs on your network will appear under Network Neighborhood or My Network Places depending upon the version of Windows you re running Windows Help provides complete instructions on adding PCs to your network 35 Appendix D Glossary 802 114 A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz 802 11b A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2 4GHz 802 11g A wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps an operating frequency of 2 4GHz and backward compatibility with 802 11b devices Access Point
11. key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network If you are using 64 bit WEP generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products encryption then the key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters If you are using 128 bit WEP encryption then the key must consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters Valid hexadecimal characters are 0 to 9 and A to F Authentication The default is set to Auto where it auto detects for Shared Key or Open system Shared Key is when both the sender and the recipient share a WEP key for authentication Open key is when the sender and the recipient do not share a WEP key for authentication All points on your network must use the To use WEP encryption select either 64 bit or 128 bit same authentication type res The Passphrase i case sensitive and no more than 16 characters Click Help for more information about this screen and these settings Click Next to continue or Cancel to ryt om ager veena taewa return to the Profiles screen Transmit key for your network Defautt 1 The network s authendcation method Defaut Auto G Notebook Adapter wi Neteco A n usse WPC54G Figure 6 14 WEP Setting for New Profile work Monitor 21 Wireless G Notebook Adapter WPA PSK WPA PSK offers the TKIP encryption method with dynamic encryption keys Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Wireless Security LC Cose e encryption me
12. note that this may reduce your network performance 7 Change the WEP encryption keys periodically Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless networks are easy to find Hackers know that in order to join a wireless network wireless networking products first listen for beacon messages These messages can be easily decrypted and contain much of the network s information such as the network s SSID Service Set Identifier Here are the steps you can take Change the administrator s password regularly With every wireless networking device you use keep in mind that network settings SSID WEP keys etc are stored in its firmware Your network administrator is the only person who can change network settings If a hacker gets a hold of the administrator s password he too can change those settings So make it harder for a hacker to get that information Change the administrator s password regularly SSID There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID Note Some of these security features are available only through the network router or access point Refer to the router or access points documentation for more information 32 1 Disable Broadcast 2 Make it unique 3 Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID While this option may be more convenient it allows anyone to log into your wireless network This includes hackers So don t br
13. on the network wes O ONCE can bo Sanita yor neon b 6 Oaly Mode no Wireless B device can access your network Note Mixed Mode networks may suffer a reduction in speed must use the same type WEP Network Adapter Setup Wizard v2 0 wow WPC54G Security To use WEP encryption select 64 bits or 128 bit characters from the drop down menu and enter a passphrase or WEP key Figure 4 4 The Setup Wizard s Ad Hoc Mode Screen Passphrase Instead of manually entering a WEP key you can enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field so bit a binary digit a WEP key is automatically generated It is case sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters This passphrase must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only If you have any non Linksys wireless products enter the WEP key manually on those products Wireless Security WEP Key The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network If you are using 64 bit i tas set OLAMAN CEIDA Gos sas wi be EDENIS UAN OUA oblate DASA gt WEP encryption then the key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters If you are using 128 bit f atre network in ard WEP encryption then the key must consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters Valid hexadecimal characters are 0 to 9 and A to F choos ot G4 BENER 128 BAWEP Or WPR PSK Passphrase vi rity settings must be the
14. profile Congratulations Your Wireless G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster has been successfully configured WPC54G Figure 6 31 The Congratulations Screen Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor 27 Creating a New Profile Appendix A Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts Common Problems and Solutions and Frequently Asked Questions This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless G Notebook Adapter Read the description below to solve your problems If you can t find an answer here check the Linksys website at www linksys com Common Problems and Solutions 1 My computer does not recognize the Wireless G Notebook Adapter Make sure that the Wireless G Notebook Adapter is properly inserted into the PC Card slot The Wireless G Notebook Adapter does not work properly Reinsert the Wireless G Notebook Adapter into the notebook s PC Card slot For Windows 98SE or Me right click on My Computer and select Properties Select the Device Manager tab and click on the Network Adapter You will find the Wireless G Notebook Adapter if it is installed successfully If you see a yellow exclamation mark the resources may be conflicting and you must follow the steps below e Uninstall the driver software from your PC e Restart your PC and repeat the hardware and software installation as specified in this User Guide ca
15. reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used according to the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which is found by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment or devices Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver s Consult a dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This equipment has been evaluated for use in laptops notebooks with a side slot configuration INDUSTRY CANADA CANADA This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada The use of thi
16. same across the entire network in arder to function eth The Passphrase is case sensitive and should be no more than 16 characters in length Transmit Key The default transmit key number is 1 If your network s access point or wireless router uses transmit key number 2 3 or 4 select the appropriate number from the Transmit Key drop down box key O o Rare hay of your network Data 1 Authentication The default is set to Auto where it auto detects for Shared Key or Open system Shared one n Key is when both the sender and the recipient share a WEP key for authentication Open key is when the sender and the recipient do not share a WEP key for authentication All points on your network must use the same authentication type Network Adapter Setup Wizard V2 0 wssn WPC54G The network s authentication method Default Auto Click the Next button to continue s Click the Back button to return to the previous screen Click the Help x Figure 4 5 The Setup Wizard s WEP Screen button for more information Wireless G Notebook Adapter WPA PSK WPA PSK offers the TKIP encryption method with dynamic encryption keys Select the type of algorithm TKIP from the Security drop down menu Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8 63 ose SRE characters in the Passphrase field cacrypton meted bnd may mat ba compete wi devices Your security settings must be the same across the entire network in order to function correctly Select th
17. will need to select the Authentication Method from the drop down menu The options are described below EAP TLS Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field From the Certificate drop down menu select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network Select Validate server cerificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen EAP TTLS Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Select Validate server certificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Select the TTLS Protocol from the drop down menu Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen EAP MD5 Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen EAP PEAP Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Select Validate server certificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Then select the Peap Inner EAP from the drop down menu Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen LEAP Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Log
18. Address The address used to identify a computer or device on a network ISM band Radio bandwidth utilized in wireless transmissions ISP Internet Service Provider A company that provides access to the Internet 37 LAN The computers and networking products that make up your local network LEAP Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol A mutual authentication method that uses a username and password system MAC Media Access Control Address The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device Network A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing storage and or transmission between users Node A network junction or connection point typically a computer or work station OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing Frequency transmission that separates the data stream into a number of lower speed data streams which are then transmitted in parallel to prevent information from being lost in transit Packet A unit of data sent over a network Passphrase Used much like a password a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial In User Service A protocol that uses an authentication server to control network access Roaming The ability to take a wireless device from one access point s range to another without losing the connection R
19. Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Select Validate server certificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Select the 77LS Protocol from the drop down menu Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen oter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor ting a New Profile Wireless Security ES Choose the encryption method your network uses This option authenticates a user in coordination with a RADIUS server Select the appropriate authenticetion method used by your network Notebook Adapter v Network Monitor v2 wc WPC54G Figure 6 24 RADIUS Settings Wireless Security ER CET une ect meto os mms Enter pour rates lon tame km Pick corte that aathenticates you cn Pis reteo Validate server corticate Figure 6 25 EAP TLS Authentication Figure 6 26 EAP TTLS Authentication 25 EAP MD5 Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen EAP PEAP Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Select Validate server certificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Then select the Peap Inner EAP
20. SYS License Agreement 1 To install the Adapter click the Install button on the Welcome screen QP Ne One SEE EEE 2 After reading the License Agreement click the Next button if you agree or click the Cancel button to end the installation Press the PAGE DOWN key or use the Scroll Bar to see the rest of the agreement END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR Linksys Wireless G Notebook Adapter I you accept the terms of this Agreement click Next to continue If not choose Cancel and the Setup Wizard will close Network Adapter Setup Wizard v2 wie WPC54G Figure 4 2 The Setup Wizard s License Agreement 3 The Setup Wizard will ask you to choose a network mode Click the Infrastructure Mode radio button if you want your wireless computers to network with computers on your wired network using an access point or LINKSYS wireless router Click the Ad Hoc Mode radio button if you want multiple wireless computers to network Wireless Mode directly with each other oo Secs emcee EL ETS In the SSID field enter your wireless network s SSID The SSID must be identical for all devices in the Dy ees SO MLAN Montar ss network The default setting is linksys all lowercase Click the Next button PAO T E R infrastructure Mode In infrastructure mode the wireless devices communicate with each other and to a wired network through an access point Ad Hoc Mode Ad hoc Mode enables a group of wireless devices to communicate with
21. ated repaired or maintained in accordance with instructions supplied by Linksys or c has been subjected to abnormal physical or electrical stress misuse negligence or accident In addition due to the continual development of new techniques for intruding upon and attacking networks Linksys does not warrant that the Product will be free of vulnerability to intrusion or attack TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA REVENUE OR PROFIT OR FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE EVEN IF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty or remedy provided under this Agreement fails of its essential purpose Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to You Please direct all inquiries to Linksys P 0 Box 18558 Irvine CA 92623 41 Appendix G Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide
22. b and 802 11g products With 802 119 products communicating with the 802 11b standard and some products incorporating both a and g products using these standards can communicate with each other Access points and wireless routers are compatible with 802 11a 802 11b and 802 119 adapters such at the PC Cards for your laptop computers PCI Card for your desktop PC and USB Adapters for when you want to enjoy USB connectivity Wireless products will also communicate with the wireless PrintServer When you wish to connect your wired network with your wireless network network ports on access points and wireless routers can be connected to any of Linksys s switches or routers With these and many other Linksys products your networking options are limitless Go to the Linksys website at www linksys com for more information about wireless products 802 1 1a a wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz switch a data switch that connects computing devices to host computers allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports Wireless G Notebook Adapter The LED Indicators The Network Adapter s LEDs display information about network activity Wireless G 2 4 GHz Notebook Adapter Cisco SYSTEMS Figure 3 1 Front Panel Power Green The Power LED lights up when the Adapter is powered on Link Green The Link LED lights up
23. basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using this product during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 44 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 want to know more about networking with Linksys products Give our advice line a call at 800 546 5797 LINKSYS Or fax your request in to 949 261 8868 If you experience problems with any Linksys product you can call us at 800 326 7114 Don t wish to call You can e mail us at support linksys com If any Linksys product proves defective during its warranty period you can call the Linksys Return Merchandise Authorization department for obtaining a Return Authorization Number at 949 261 1288 Details on Warranty and RMA issues can be found in the Warranty Information section in this Guide 45
24. ces are set Encryption The status of the encryption security feature MAC The MAC address of the wireless network s access point Refresh Click the Refresh button to perform a new search for wireless devices Connect To connect to one of the networks on the list select the wireless network and click the Connect button Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor 16 Site Survey Wireless G Notebook Adapter Profiles The Profiles screen lets you save different configuration profiles for different network setups The table on the right displays a list of infrastructure and ad hoc networks available for connection This table shows the network s profile name and the wireless network s SSID as set in the connection profile Profile Information For each profile selected the following are listed Wireless Mode The mode of the wireless network currently in use Transfer Rate The Adapter is set to Auto mode so it will dynamically shift to the fastest data transfer rate possible at any given time Channel The channel to which the wireless network devices are set Encryption The status of the encryption security feature Authentication The authentication setting for the network Connect To connect to a wireless network using a specific profile select the profile and click the Connect button New Click New to create a new profile See the next section Creating a New Profile for detailed instructions
25. e the effective wireless transmission range for two wireless adapter PCs Since an access point is able to forward data within a network the effective transmission range in an infrastructure network can be doubled Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users Roaming means that you can move your wireless PC within your network and the access points will pick up the wireless PC s signal providing that they both share the same channel and SSID Before enabling you consider roaming choose a feasible radio channel and optimum access point position Proper access point positioning combined with a clear radio signal will greatly enhance performance topology the physical layout of a network access point a device that allows wireless equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network Also used to expand the range of a wireless network ad hoc a group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other peer to peer without the use of an access point infrastructure a wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point router a networking device that connects multiple networks together roaming the ability to take a wireless device from one access point s range to another without losing the connection ssid your wireless network s name Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with 802 11a 802 11
26. e type of security you would like to use You may choose from 64 Bit WEP 128 Bit WEP or WPA PSK Click the Next button to continue Click the Back button to return to the previous screen Click the Help button for more information Select which encryption type you would like to use The Passphrase is case sensitive and should be between 8 and 63 characters in length WPC54G Figure 4 6 The Setup Wizard s WPA PSK Screen 6 The Setup Wizard will ask you to review and finalize your settings before it starts to install files Click Next if you are satisfied with your settings or click Back to change any settings Check Settings Review the settings below before installation To change any settings click Back or click Next to complete installation Setup Wizard v2 0 msn WPC54G Figure 4 7 The Setup Wizard s Check Settings Screen Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration 10 The Installation Procedure Wireless G Notebook Adapter 7 After the software has been successfully installed the Congratulations screen will appear Click the Exit button Proceed to Chapter 5 Hardware Installation Notebook Adapter Setup Wizard ver 2 0 m WPC54G Figure 4 8 The Setup Wizard s Congratulations Screen Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration 11 The Installation Procedure Wireless G Notebook Adapter E NOTE You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before installing the ha
27. e your wireless network s Profiles settings WPC54G Figure 6 8 Creating a New Profile Create connection profile xi Enter a name for the new profile Figure 6 9 Enter Profile Name 18 Wireless G Notebook Adapter 3 The Wireless Mode screen shows a choice of two wireless modes Click the Infrastructure Mode radio button if you want your wireless computers to communicate with computers on your wired network via a wireless access point Click the Ad Hoc Mode radio button if you want multiple wireless computers to communicate directly with each other Enter the SSID for your network Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Infrastructure Mode Infrastructure Mode This mode allows wireless and wired networks to communicate through an access mmc mote ewe devs commana wih cach eran ered point Ad Hoc Mode Ad Hoc Mode enables group of wireless devices to communicate with each other without using an Access Point Ad Hoc Mode This mode allows wireless equipped computers to communicate directly with each other No EE a 8 ee Set Denten eet rane shared by all the network s wireless devices Note The SSID is case sensitive access point is used SSID The network name It must be used for all the devices in your wireless network It is case sensitive It should be a unique name to help prevent others from entering your network oraico Aap anadan uui EC A Figure 6 10 Wireless Mode
28. each other without using an Access Point Please enter the SSID for your wireless network NOTE Network SSIDs should be unique to your network ne Note The SSID is case sensitive and identical for all devices within the network Network Adapter Setup Wizard v2 0 m WPC54G Figure 4 3 The Setup Wizard s Wireless Mode Screen Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration 8 The Installation Procedure 4 Select the type of security you want to use 64 bit WEP 128 bit WEP or WPA PSK All devices in a network daptel Gapte If you chose Infrastructure Mode go to Step 5 now If you chose Ad Hoc Mode select the correct operating channel for your network Then select the Network Mode from the drop down menu Click the Next button and go to Step 5 Click the Back button to change any settings LINKSYS Ad Hoc Mode Settings Channel The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wireless r 3 These are the Ad Hoc Mode settings for the Wireless G Notebook Adapter with network If you are unsure about which channel to use select the default channel Channel 6 ns Network Mode Select the type of network you have mixed Wireless G and Wireless B or G Only only Wireless G If you select Mixed Mode both Wireless G and Wireless B computers will be allowed on the ees network which may reduce your speed Select G Only Mode for maximum speed but no Wireless B users will be allowed
29. eplace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser If the Product proves defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number if applicable BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHEN CALLING If You are requested to return the Product mark the Return Authorization Number clearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of purchase RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE You are responsible for shipping defective Products to Linksys Linksys pays for UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to You only Customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada are responsible for all shipping and handling charges ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF NON INFRINGEMENT ARE DISCLAIMED Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to You This warranty gives You specific legal rights and You may also have other rights which vary by jurisdiction This warranty does not apply if the Product a has been altered except by Linksys b has not been installed oper
30. etwork You must specify the IP Address and Subnet Mask on this screen If you are unsure about the Default Gateway and DNS address leave these fields empty IP Address This IP Address must be unique to your network Select this opton to have your network setongs assigned automatically Subnet Mask The Adapter s Subnet Mask must be the same as your wired network s Subnet Mask Seeclly satan settings Select this option to specify the network settings for your network Default Gateway Enter the IP address of your network s Gateway here DNS 1 amp 2 Enter the DNS address of any wired Ethernet network here IP Address ONS 1 Subnet Mask ONS 2 Click Next to continue or Cancel to return to the Profiles screen SS G Notebook Adapter inito nn WPCSEG Figure 6 12 Network Settings DHCP a networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by leasing an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time instead of assigning permanent IP addresses ethernet a standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium work Monitor 20 Wireless G Notet ok Adapter 6 The Wireless Security screen will appear Select WEP WPA PSK WPA Radius or Radius for the Encryption Method WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy WPA PSK stands for Wi Fi Protected Access Pre Shared Key which is a security standard stron
31. from the drop down menu Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen LEAP Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Profiies Wireless Security Ce cece ne ercypton metod yos neo uses termes pt Figure 6 27 EAP MD5 Authentication roote the encryption TEPOS you network uses Enter your network ogi name ard passord Figure 6 28 EAP PEAP Authentication Wiretess Security ERIN cin necro met yor sete wet Ex Enter your neteort ogn name ard passord Figure 6 29 LEAP Authentication Wireless G Notebook Adapter 7 The Confirm New Settings screen will appear next showing the new settings To save the new settings click Save To edit the new settings click Back To exit the Wireless Network Monitor Exit Confirm New Settings sso linksys Wireless Mode inirastructure 6 Network Mode Miro Mode Disabled Auto 192 168 1 100 255 255 255 0 192 168 1 1 10 10 10 10 WPC54G Figure 6 30 Confirm New Settings 8 The Congratulations screen will appear next Click Activate new settings now to implement the new settings immediately and return to the Link Information screen Click Activate new settings later to keep the current settings active and return to the Profiles screen You have successfully created a connection
32. ger than WEP encryption and RADIUS stands for Remote Authentication Dial In User Service If you don t want to use encryption select Disabled Then click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Wireless Security WEP ECE Cheese ne encryption metnod your network uses T ose EPa O P aa pater gies Security To use WEP encryption select 64 bits or 128 bit characters from the drop down menu and enter caeryoten SU NS te hen GAJAS or 118 the 29 hen diate TRA either generate a WEP key using the Pessphrase or enter the WEP a passphrase or key key manually Passphrase Instead of manually entering a WEP key you can enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field so a WEP key is automatically generated It is case sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters This passphrase must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only If you have any non Linksys wireless products enter the G notebook Adapter wees ee os 29 mm WPC546 WEP key manually on those products Figure 6 13 Wireless Security for New Profile Transmit Key The default transmit key number is 1 If your network s access point or wireless router uses transmit key number 2 3 or 4 select the appropriate number from the Transmit Key drop down box passphrase used much like a password a passphr ase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically Key 1 The WEP
33. hich the wireless network devices are set Encryption This shows if encryption has been enabled Authentication This is your wireless network s authentication method IP Address This is the Adapter s IP Address Subnet Mask This is the Adapter s Subnet Mask Default Gateway This shows the address of the Adapter s Default Gateway DNS This is the DNS address for the Adapter DHCP Client This displays the status of the network s DHCP client MAC The MAC address of the wireless network s access point or wireless router Signal Strength This bar indicates strength of the signal transmitted by the Adapter Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection Click the Statistics button to go to the Network Statistics screen Click the Back button to return to the initial Link Information screen Click the Save to Profile button to save the currently active connection to a profile 5 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Signal Strength a G Notebook Adapter w Network mositorv20 weine WPC54G Figure 6 2 Wireless Network Status encryption encoding data transmitted in a network ip address the address used to identify a computer or device on a network subnet mask an address code that determines the size of the network default gateway a device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network dns the IP address of your ISP s server which transla
34. in Name field Enter the password of your wireless network in the Password field Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Figure 6 20 EAP TTLS Authentication Wireless Security PERE cou ne eco meet your emo vies EX Enter your nataon On name and passord ose Figure 6 21 EAP MD5 Authentication Wireless Security EEE aooe ne encryption meted you meteors vies etry ner none ae paseri Figure 6 22 EAP PEAP Authentication Wireless Security Se SI x _ Coote Pa enexyrton TEPOS you setwor US Enter your neteors ogn name and passord Figure 6 23 EAP LEAP Authentication 24 Wireless G Notebook Adapter RADIUS RADIUS features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router It offers five authentication methods EAP TLS EAP TTLS EAP MD5 EAP PEAP and LEAP Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Now you will need to select the Authentication Method from the drop down menu options described here EAP TLS Enter the Login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field From the Certificate drop down menu select the certificate you have installed to authenticate you on your wireless network Select Validate server certificate to make sure that the certificate for the server is valid Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen EAP TTLS
35. is Spread Spectrum Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio frequency technique developed by the military for use in reliable secure mission critical communications systems It is designed to trade off bandwidth efficiency for reliability integrity and security In other words more bandwidth is consumed than in the case of narrowband transmission but the trade off produces a signal that is in effect louder and thus easier to detect provided that 30 the receiver knows the parameters of the spread spectrum signal being broadcast If a receiver is not tuned to the right frequency a spread spectrum signal looks like background noise There are two main alternatives Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS and Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS What is DSSS What is FHSS And what are their differences Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS uses a narrowband carrier that changes frequency in a pattern that is known to both transmitter and receiver Properly synchronized the net effect is to maintain a single logical channel To an unintended receiver FHSS appears to be short duration impulse noise Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS generates a redundant bit pattern for each bit to be transmitted This bit pattern is called a chip or chipping code The longer the chip the greater the probability that the original data can be recovered Even if one or more bits in the chip are damaged during transmission statistical techni
36. n about the current wireless connection To search for available wireless networks click the Site Survey tab To create new profiles for different network configurations click the Profiles tab Link Information The Link Information screen displays network mode signal strength and link quality information about the current connection It also provides a button to click for additional information Ad Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Mode The screen indicates whether the Adapter is currently working in Ad Hoc or Infrastructure mode Signal Strength This bar indicates strength of the signal transmitted by the Adapter Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection ices Maa RR PLGAE Click the More Information button to view additional information about the wireless network connection Figure 6 1 Link Information 13 idanter Gapte Clicking the More Information button displays more information about the Adapter s connection as shown below Wireless Network Status The Networks Settings screen provides information on your current network settings Status This shows the status connected or not of the wireless network connection SSID This is the wireless network s name Wireless Mode The current networking mode Ad Hoc or Infrastructure is displayed here Transmit Rate The rate at which data is transmitted by the Adapter is shown here Channel This shows the channel to w
37. n ever Like all wireless products the Adapter allows for greater range and mobility within your wireless network This adapter communicates over the 54Mbps 802 11g wireless standard which is almost five times faster than 802 11b But since they share the same 2 4GHz radio band the Adapter can also communicate with the widely used 11Mbps 802 11b standard PCs equipped with wireless cards and adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables By sharing the same wireless settings within their transmission radius they form a wireless network For more information about wireless networks refer to Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network The included Setup Wizard will walk you through configuring the adapter to your network s settings step by step Then just slide it into your computer s PC Card slot and enjoy your wireless network Future changes to your network settings can be made with the Wireless Network Monitor explained in Chapter 6 Further information about the Adapter s functions can be found in Appendix A Troubleshooting If you re concerned about wireless security Appendix B shows you how to keep your network secure Further appendices provide more information about the Adapter and networking in general to help you get the most out of the Wireless G Notebook Adapter adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC 802 119 a wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps a
38. nd an operating frequency of 2 4GHz 802 11b a wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2 4GHz network a series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing storage and or transmission between users What s in this Guide This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless G Notebook Adapter Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter describes the Adapter s applications and this User Guide Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless G Notebook Adapter This chapter describes the physical features of the Adapter Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration This chapter instructs you on how to install the Adapter s Setup Wizard and Configure the Adapter Chapter 5 Hardware Installation This chapter shows you how to connect the Adapter to your PC Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor This chapter show you how to use the Adapter s Wireless Network Monitor Appendix A Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions as well as frequently asked questions regarding installation and use of the Adapter Appendix B Wireless Security This appendix discusses security issues regarding wireless networking and measures you can take to help protect your wireless network Appendix
39. nnot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the Infrastructure configuration Make sure that the notebook or desktop is powered on Make sure that the Wireless G Notebook Adapter is configured with the same SSID and WEP settings as the other computers in the Infrastructure configuration 28 Frequently Asked Questions Can run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network Consult the application s user guide to determine if it supports operation over a network Can 1 play computer games with other members of the wireless network Yes as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN local area network Refer to the game s user guide for more information What is the 802 11b standard One of the standards for wireless networks that allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate provided that the hardware complies with the 802 11b standard The 802 11b standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2 4GHz What is the 802 119 standard One of the standards for wireless networks that allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate provided that the hardware complies with the 802 11g standard The 802 119 standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 2 4GHz
40. o provide protection against hackers and AES Advanced Encryption System which utilizes a symmetric 128 Bit block data encryption WPA RADIUS offers two encryption methods TKIP and AES with dynamic encryption keys RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial In User Service utilizes a RADIUS server for authentication A Important Always remember that each device in your wireless network MUST use the same encryption method and encryption key or your wireless network will not function properly 33 WPA PSK If you do not have a RADIUS server Select the type of algorithm TKIP or AES and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8 63 characters WPA RADIUS WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device WPA Radius offers two encryption methods TKIP and AES with dynamic encryption keys RADIUS WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device Implementing encryption may have a negative impact on your network s performance but if you are transmitting sensitive data over your network encryption should be used These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer 34 All wireless products require Microsoft Windows Windows is the most used operating system
41. oadcast the SSID Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory The Linksys default SSID is linksys Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network Change your SSID to something unique and not something related to your company or the networking products you use Change your SSID regularly so that any hackers who have gained access to your wireless network will have to start from the beginning in trying to break in MAC Addresses Enable MAC Address filtering MAC Address filtering will allow you to provide access to only those wireless nodes with certain MAC Addresses This makes it harder for a hacker to access your network with a random MAC Address WEP Encryption Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is often looked upon as a cure all for wireless security concerns This is overstating WEP s ability Again this can only provide enough security to make a hacker s job more difficult There are several ways that WEP can be maximized 1 Use the highest level of encryption possible 2 Use Shared Key authentication 3 Change your WEP key regularly WPA Wi Fi Protected Access WPA is the newest and best available standard in Wi Fi security Three modes are available WPA PSK WPA Radius and Radius WPA PSK gives you a choice of two encryption methods TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol which utilizes a stronger encryption method and incorporates Message Integrity Code MIC t
42. outer A networking device that connects multiple networks together RTS Request To Send A networking method of coordinating large packets through the RTS Threshold setting Server Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files printing communications and other services Software Instructions for the computer A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a program Spread Spectrum Wideband radio frequency technique used for more reliable and secure data transmission SSID Service Set IDentifier Your wireless network s name 38 Static IP Address A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network Subnet Mask An address code that determines the size of the network Switch 1 A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports 2 A device for making breaking or changing the connections in an electrical circuit TCP Transmission Control Protocol A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a network TKIP Temporal Key Integrity Protocol a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted Topology The physical layout of a network
43. ques embedded in the radio can recover the original data without the need for retransmission To an unintended receiver DSSS appears as low power wideband noise and is rejected ignored by most narrowband receivers Would the information be intercepted while transmitting on air WLAN features two fold protection in security On the hardware side as with Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum technology it has the inherent security feature of scrambling On the software side WLAN offers the encryption function WEP to enhance security and access control What is WEP WEP is Wired Equivalent Privacy a data privacy mechanism based on a shared key algorithm as described in the 802 11 standard 31 Appendix B Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features but they require specific action on your part for implementation So keep the following in mind whenever you are setting up or using your wireless network Security Precautions The following is a complete list of security precautions to take at least steps 1 through 5 should be followed 1 Change the default SSID 2 Disable SSID Broadcast 3 Change the default password for the Administrator account 4 Enable MAC Address Filtering 5 Change the SSID periodically 6 Use the highest encryption algorithm possible Use WPA if it is available Please
44. rdware Connecting the Adapter 1 2 Turn off your notebook PC Locate an available CardBus slot on your notebook PC With the connector pin end facing the CardBus slot and the label facing up slide the Adapter into the CardBus slot until it locks in place Restart your notebook PC The Power LED should light up when the Adapter is installed correctly Windows will begin copying the driver files to your computer If Windows asks you for the original Windows CD ROM insert the CD ROM and direct Windows to its correct location e g D The installation of the Wireless G Notebook Adapter is complete If you want to check the link information search for available wireless networks or make additional configuration changes go to Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Figure 5 1 Installing the Adapter into your notebook 12 Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the status of your wireless connection search for available wireless networks or create profiles that hold different configuration settings Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor After installing the Adapter the Adapter s Wireless Network Monitor icon will appear in your System tray Double click the icon and the Link Information screen will appear From this screen you can view the strength of the Adapter s signal is and the quality of its connection You can also click the More Information button to view additional status informatio
45. rsion This shows the version of the Adapter s driver Signal Strength This bar indicates strength of the signal transmitted by the Adapter Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection Click the Back button to return to the initial Link Information screen Click the Status button to go to the Network Status screen Click the Save to Profile button to save the currently active connection to a profile Click the Refresh Stats button to refresh the screen work Monitor 15 Wireless G Notebook Adapter Site Survey The Site Survey screen displays a list of infrastructure and ad hoc networks available for connection in the table on the right This table shows the network s SSID Channel and the quality of the wireless signal the Adapter is receiving You may click SSID CH Channel or Signal to sort by that field Below is a list of available wireless networks To survey for more wireless networks SSID The SSID or unique name of the wireless network aa genre ah S mou 246Hz CH The channel upon which the network broadcasts Signal The percentage of signal strength from 0 to 100 sables Qy Site Information w WPC54G For each network selected the following settings are listed Figure 6 4 Site Survey SSID The wireless network s name Wireless Mode The mode of the wireless network currently in use Channel The channel to which the wireless network devi
46. s device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations 42 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EUROPE Linksys declares that this product conforms to the specifications listed below following the provisions of the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC EN 301 489 1 301 489 17 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment EN 609 50 Safety EN 300 328 1 EN 300 328 2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment Caution This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and or may require a license for operation Contact local Authority for procedure to follow Note Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level of above 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power EIRP are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use within the European community and countries that have adopted the European R amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas contact Linksys Corporate Compliance Linksys vakuuttaa t ten ett dieses produkt tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien n iden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen Linksys Group d clare que le produit est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux disposition
47. s relatives la directive 1999 5 EC Belgique Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour une utilisation publique l ext rieur de b timents une licence de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT France 2 4 GHz Bande les canaux 10 11 12 13 2457 2462 2467 et 2472 MHz respectivement sont compl tement libres d utilisation en France en utilisation int rieur Pour ce qui est des autres canaux ils peuvent tre soumis autorisation selon le d partment L utilisation en ext rieur est soumis autorisation pr alable et tr s restreint Vous pouvez contacter l Autorit de R gulation des T l communications http www art telecom fr pour de plus amples renseignements 43 SAFETY NOTICES Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Do not use this product near water for example in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using this product during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning SAFETY NOTICES Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Do not use this product near water for example in a wet
48. tes the names of websites into IP addresses mac address the unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device 14 Wireless G Notel ok Adapter Wireless Network Statistics The Wireless Networks Statistics screen provides statistics on your current network settings Transmit Rate This is the data transfer rate of the current wireless connection Receive Rate This shows how fast data is received Packets Received This shows the packets received by the Adapter in real time since connecting to the wireless network or since the Refresh button was last pressed Packets Transmitted This shows the packets transmitted from the Adapter in real time since connecting to the wireless network or since the Refresh button was last pressed Bytes Received This shows the bytes received by the Adapter in real time since connecting to the wireless nr aaa OE network or since the Refresh button was last pressed Figure 6 3 Wireless Network Statistics Bytes Transmitted This shows the bytes transmitted from the Adapter in real time since connecting to the wireless network or since the Refresh button was last pressed byte a unit of data that is usually eight bits long Noise Level This shows the level of background noise affecting the wireless signal A lower reading translates into a higher quality signal Signal Strength This is the intensity of the wireless signal received by the card Driver Ve
49. th the wireless network even when not actually transmitting data Achieving these functions simultaneously requires a dynamic RF networking technology that links access points and nodes In such a system the user s end node undertakes a search for the best possible access to the system First it evaluates such factors as signal strength and quality as well as the message load currently being carried by each access point and the distance of each access point to the wired backbone Based on that information the node next 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 checks the system to determine whether it is in touch with the original access point or whether it should seek a new one When a node no longer receives acknowledgment from its original access point it undertakes a new search Upon finding a new access point it then re registers and the communication process continues What is ISM band The FCC and their counterparts outside of the U S have set aside bandwidth for unlicensed use in the ISM Industrial Scientific and Medical band Spectrum in the vicinity of 2 4 GHz in particular is being made available worldwide This presents a truly revolutionary opportunity to place convenient high speed wireless capabilities in the hands of users around the globe What
50. thod your network uses WPA PSK gives you encryption with dynamic encryption keys Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8 63 characters This key must be the same as other devices on your network WPC54G Figure 6 15 WPA PSK Settings Select TKIP for the Encryption Type Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8 63 characters in the Passphrase field Please enter a passphrase consisting of any keyboard characters between the length of 8 and 63 characters WPC54G Figure 6 16 TKIP Settings Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor 22 Creating a New Profile Wireless G Notebook Adapter WPA RADIUS WPA RADIUS features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router WPA Radius offers the TKIP encryption method with dynamic encryption keys It offers five authentication methods EAP TLS EAP TTLS EAP MD5 EAP PEAP and LEAP Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Select TKIP for the Encryption Type Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen Chapter 6 Using the Wireless Network Monitor Creating a New Profile ES Choose the encryption method your network uses This option features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router i WPC54G Figure 6 17 WPA RADIUS Settings WPC54G Figure 6 18 Encryption Type 23 Now you
51. ver which translates the names of websites into IP addresses Domain A specific name for a network of computers DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a lower probability of information being lost in transit EAP Extensible Authentication Protocol A general authentication protocol used to control network access Many specific authentication methods work within this framework EAP PEAP Extensible Authentication Protocol Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol A mutual authentication method that uses a combination of digital certificates and another system such as passwords EAP TLS Extensible Authentication Protocol Transport Layer Security A mutual authentication method that uses digital certificates Encryption Encoding data transmitted in a network Ethernet A standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium Firmware The programming code that runs a networking device Fragmentation Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet Hardware The physical aspect of computers telecommunications and other information technology devices Infrastructure A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point IP Internet Protocol A protocol used to send data over a network IP
52. when the Adapter has an active connection Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless G Notebook Adapter The LED Indicators Chapter 4 Software Installation and Configuration The Wireless G Notebook Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure The Setup Wizard will install the Wireless Network Monitor and driver as well as configure the Adapter NOTE You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before installing the hardware Insert the Setup Wizard CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The Setup Wizard should run automatically and the Welcome screen should appear If it does not click the Start button and choose Run In the field that appears enter D setup exe if D is the letter of your CD ROM drive On the Welcome screen you have the following choices Install Click the Install button to begin the software installation process User Guide Click the User Guide button to open the PDF file of this User Guide Exit Click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard software instructions for the computer hardware the physical aspect of computers telecommunications and other information technology devices Welcome to the Setup Wizard for the Wireless G Notebook Adapter To function property the Adapter s software should be Notebook Adapter Setup Wizard ve ms WPC54G Figure 4 1 The Setup Wizard s Welcome Screen Wireless G Notebook Adapter The Installation Procedure LINK
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