Linksys WRV54G Datasheet

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.®Model No.VPN Broadband RouterWireless-GWRV54GWIRELESSGHz2.4802.11g

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure E-8: Security - VPN Screen (Key Management) 113Figure E-9: Advanced Tunnel Setup Screen 114Figure E-10: Access R

90Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterCan I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network? This

91Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWhat is infrastructure mode?When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mo

92Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWhat is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?Frequency-Hopping Sp

93Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterHow many channels/frequencies are available with the Router?There are eleven av

94Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity PrecautionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix B: Wireless SecurityLinksys wants to make wireless networki

95Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterSSID. There are several things to keep in mind

96Appendix B: Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless NetworksWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS

97Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XPOverviewAppendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN

98Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XPUsing the Linksys QuickVPN Software4. Click WRV

99Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterIntroductionWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix D: Configuring

1Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeThank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadban

100Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

101Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

102Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

103Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

104Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

105Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

106Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

107Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

108Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

109Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the RouterHow to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelWireless-G VPN Broadband Ro

2Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterYou should always use the Setup CD-ROM when you first install the Router.

110Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsOverviewAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsOverviewThis appendix has two sections

111Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConfiguring the VPN Settings for the VPN RoutersConfiguring the VPN Settings for

112Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConfiguring the VPN Settings for the VPN RoutersConfiguring VPN Router 2Follow si

113Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConfiguring the Key Management SettingsConfiguring the Key Management SettingsCon

114Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConfiguring PC 1 and PC 210. Select 768-bit from the Group drop-down menu.11. Ent

115Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConnecting a VPN Client3. Enter the username in the Username field.4. Enter the p

116Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix E: Configuring VPN TunnelsConnecting a VPN Client5. Enter the password in the Password field.6. Enter the W

117Appendix F: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98 or Me InstructionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix F:

118Appendix F: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 2000 or XP InstructionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWindows 2

119Appendix G: SNMP FunctionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix G: SNMP FunctionsSNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely-used netwo

3Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router• Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP PC and the Ro

120Appendix H: Upgrading FirmwareWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix H: Upgrading FirmwareYou can use the Router’s Web-based Utility to upgrade th

121Appendix I: Windows HelpWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix I: Windows HelpAlmost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is t

122Appendix J: GlossaryWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix J: GlossaryThis glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when

123Appendix J: GlossaryWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterDMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing i

124Appendix J: GlossaryWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterIP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.IPCONFIG - A Windows

125Appendix J: GlossaryWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterRJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires.Roaming - The ab

126Appendix J: GlossaryWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterTKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic en

127Appendix K: SpecificationsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix K: SpecificationsStandards 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.3Ports Internet, Ethernet (1-4),

128Appendix L: Warranty InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix L: Warranty InformationLIMITED WARRANTYLinksys warrants to You that, for a

129Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix M: Regulatory InformationFCC StatementThis product has been tested and co

4Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork TopologyWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork TopologyA wi

130Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterUser Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste

131Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband Router

132Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband Router

133Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband Router

134Appendix M: Regulatory InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFor more information, visit www.linksys.com.

135Appendix N: Contact InformationWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix N: Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?Visit us online for informatio

5Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork LayoutWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.

6Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN)Why do I need a VPN?Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Net

7Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN)What is a VPN?Wireless-G VPN Broadband Routerdata to a new destination. Even though the data is

8Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN)What is a VPN?Wireless-G VPN Broadband Routerand the Router”). Other versions of Microsoft oper

9Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Back PanelWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterCopyright and TrademarksSpecifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trade

10Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Front PanelWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Front PanelThe Router's LEDs, w

11Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterOverviewWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G VPN Broadband R

12Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWireless Connection to a PCWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterWireless Connection to a PCIf you

13Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterOverviewWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband

14Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterOverviewWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• Advanced Wireless Settings. For advanced users, y

15Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterHow to Access the Web-based UtilityWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• Local Network. This pr

16Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic SetupWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterStatic IPIf you are required to

17Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic SetupWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterPPTPPoint-to-Point Tunneling Pro

18Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Basic SetupWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterNetwork SetupThe Network Setup s

19Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - DDNSWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - DDNSThe Router offers a

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1Welcome 1What’s in this Guide? 2Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4Ne

20Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - MAC Address CloneWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - MAC Addres

21Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced RoutingWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced Ro

22Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Advanced RoutingWireless-G VPN Broadband Routernetwork is 192.168.1, with

23Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Hot SpotWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Setup Tab - Hot SpotThe Hot Spo

24Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless SettingsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab

25Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless SecurityWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wire

26Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless SecurityWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterRADIUS. This option fea

27Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Wireless Network AccessWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab

28Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless SettingsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless T

29Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless SettingsWireless-G VPN Broadband Routersmaller than t

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - Firewall 30The Security Tab - VPN 31The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 37The Access Restr

30Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - FirewallWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - FirewallWhen

31Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNVirtual Private

32Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband Routerdirect the traffic to the correct com

33Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterEncryption. Using encryption also hel

34Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterEncryption Algorithm. Select a method

35Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAdvanced VPN Tunnel SetupClick the Ad

36Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Security Tab - VPNWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterKey Life Time. In the Key Lifetime fi

37Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - Internet AccessWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access Res

38Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - Internet AccessWireless-G VPN Broadband Router9. Then enter

39Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - Internet AccessWireless-G VPN Broadband Router7. Decide whic

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP 97Overview 97Before You Begin 97Installing the L

40Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access Restrictions Tab - VPN Client AccessWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Access R

41Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range ForwardingWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe

42Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - Port TriggeringWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applic

43Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP ForwardingWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applic

44Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Applications and G

45Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - ManagementWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure 6-41: Administrat

46Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - ManagementWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterIdentificationContact. E

47Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - LogWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - LogWhe

48Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - LogWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterLog Time Threshold. You can des

49Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - DiagnosticsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterList of FiguresFigure 2-1: Network Diagram 5Figure 3-1: VPN Router to VPN Router 8Figure 3-2: Computer to VPN Router 8F

50Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Factory DefaultsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration

51Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration Tab - Firmware UpgradeWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Administration

52Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - RouterWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - RouterThe Router sc

53Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local NetworkWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local Networ

54Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - Local NetworkWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - WirelessThe

55Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - System PerformanceWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - System

56Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - System PerformanceWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterPackets Sent. The number

57Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - VPN ClientsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterThe Status Tab - VPN ClientsThe

58Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesProgram OverviewWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterChapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a

59Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesHow the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box Feature Impacts the Linksys Wireless-G Broadba

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure 6-21: Security Tab - VPN 31Figure 6-22: Local Secure Group - Subnet and Remote Secure Group - Subnet 31Figure 6-

60Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesExcellent Customer SupportWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterExcellent Customer Sup

61Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterStep 2: Registration Process 1. T

62Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router3. The Hot Spot Operator Agreemen

63Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router5. The Credit Card Information sc

64Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router7. The Confirmation screen will a

65Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterStep 3: Device Configuration Wiza

66Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router3. The Device Configuration scree

67Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router5. The Your Location Page screen

68Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router6. The Free Access for Friends an

69Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure 7-16: Confirmation7. The C

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure 7-3: Operator Agreement 62Figure 7-4: Business Contact Information 62Figure 7-5: Credit Card Information 63Figur

70Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesGetting StartedWireless-G VPN Broadband Router8. The Almost Done screen will ap

71Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAdministration SiteThe Boingo

72Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterLoginTo access the Administra

73Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• Log out. Use this screen to

74Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• Navigation Bar at the TopTh

75Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• User Statistics Report. Thi

76Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterArpThis shows who is associat

77Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot BusinessesAdministration SiteWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterCPU Used. This is the percent

78Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterAppendix A: TroubleshootingThis appendix consists of two parts: “Common Prob

79Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• For Windows 2000:1. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click

Wireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFigure D-3: IP Filter List Tab 100Figure D-4: IP Filter LIst 101Figure D-5: Filters Properties 101Figure D-6: New Rule

80Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterFor Windows NT 4.0:• Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click

81Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router4. Make sure the cable connecting from your cable or DSL modem is connected

82Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router7. I need to set up a server behind my Router and make it available to the p

83Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router2. Enter any name you want to use for the Customized Application.3. Enter th

84Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router10. I forgot my password, or the password prompt always appears when I am sa

85Appendix A: Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router14. The firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing.The upgrad

86Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Router• If your difficulties continue, change the Size to different values. Try this

87Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterDoes the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? No. TCP/IP is the only protocol stand

88Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband RouterHow do I get Half-Life: Team Fortress to work with the Router? The default cli

89Appendix A: Frequently Asked QuestionsWireless-G VPN Broadband Routerthen the Connection tab. Make sure that Internet Explorer is set to Never dial