Linksys Network Router User Manual

Wireless-G Range ExpanderCopyright and TrademarksSpecifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark o

7Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Power PlateWireless-G Range ExpanderThe Power PlateThe back of the Range Expander has a r

8Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range ExpanderSince the Range Expand

9Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWall MountingWireless-G Range ExpanderWall MountingFor more convenient placement, the Range Expand

10Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderNow that you've

11Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range Expander3. The next screen advises you to have your PC communicating with your w

12Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range Expanderc.The Security Settings screen will appear next. From this screen, you c

13Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range Expander7. The Security Settings screen will appear next, if you have not entere

14Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-G Range ExpanderWireless-G Range Expander9. You should now review the settings you've chosen. If these sett

15Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderOverviewWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderOverviewThe

16Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Setup TabWireless-G Range ExpanderThe Setup TabBasic SetupThe first screen that appears disp

Wireless-G Range ExpanderTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1Welcome 1What’s in this Guide? 2Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4Network

17Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Setup TabWireless-G Range Expandersomeone could easily obtain the SSID information with site

18Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Setup TabWireless-G Range ExpanderPasswordThe Password screen allows you to change the Range

19Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Setup TabWireless-G Range ExpanderHelpFor help on the various tabs in this Web-based Utility

20Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix A: TroubleshootingThis appendix consists of two parts: “Co

21Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G Range Expander•Multi-Channel Roaming •Automatic Rate Selection •RTS/CTS feature •Fra

22Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G Range ExpanderWhat is Spread Spectrum?Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio

23Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G Range ExpanderHow do I avoid interference?Using multiple access points on the same c

24Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity PrecautionsWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix B: Wireless SecurityLinksys wants to make wireless networking as

25Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G Range ExpanderSSID. There are several things to keep in mind about

26Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G Range ExpanderWPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS serve

Wireless-G Range ExpanderList of FiguresFigure 3-1: The Front Panel 6Figure 3-2: The Power Plate with Cord 7Figure 3-3: The Two-Prong Power Plate 7Fig

27Appendix C: Upgrading FirmwareWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix C: Upgrading FirmwareThe Range Expander's firmware is upgraded through the Web-

28Appendix D: Windows HelpWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix D: Windows HelpAll wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used o

29Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix E: Glossary802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transf

30Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G Range ExpanderDSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting

31Appendix E: GlossaryWireless-G Range ExpanderRoaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without l

32Appendix F: SpecificationsWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix F: SpecificationsStandards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11bButtons Auto configuration/Mode, Re

33Appendix G: Warranty InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix G: Warranty InformationLIMITED WARRANTYLinksys warrants to You that, for a period

34Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix H: Regulatory InformationFCC STATEMENTThis product has been tested and complies

35Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderEN 609 50 SafetyEN 300-328-1, EN 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.Cau

36Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderFCC PART 68 STATEMENTThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. A label is a

1Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeThank you for choosing the Wireless-G Range Expander. This Range

37Appendix H: Regulatory InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderCaution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line

38Appendix I: Contact InformationWireless-G Range ExpanderAppendix I: Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on th

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.®Model No.Range ExpanderWireless-GWRE54GUser GuideWIRELESSGHz2.4802.11g

2Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G Range ExpanderWhat’s in this Guide?This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using t

3Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G Range Expander• Appendix F: Warranty InformationThis appendix supplies the Range Expander’s wa

4Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork TopologyWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork TopologyA wireless

5Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless NetworkNetwork LayoutWireless-G Range ExpanderNetwork LayoutLinksys wireless access points and wireless routers hav

6Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range ExpanderThe Front PanelWireless-G Range ExpanderChapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Range Expan