USER GUIDE Wireless-G PCI Adapter Model: WPC54G (EU)
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 2 General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Additional Security Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 1: Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G PCI Adapter. Setting up your network and your Wireless-G PCI Adapter is easier than ever. How does the Adapter do this? Like all wireless products, the Adapter allows for greater range and mobility within your wireless network, whether it’s using the Wireless-G (802.11g) or Wireless-B (802.11b) standard. LEDs Act (Green) The Act.
Wireless Security Checklist Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by sending information over radio waves, it can be more vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from your wireless network can also be intercepted.
Configuration Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Configuration Ad-Hoc Mode or Infrastructure Mode The screen indicates whether the Adapter is currently working in ad‑hoc or infrastructure mode. Configuration is done through the Wireless Network Monitor (the Monitor). You can use the Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings. Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.
Configuration Chapter 3 MAC Address This is the MAC address of the wireless network’s access point or wireless router. Signal Strength The Signal Strength bar indicates the signal strength. Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection. Click Statistics to go to the Wireless Network Statistics screen. Click Back to return to the initial Link Information screen. Click Save to Profile to save the currently active connection settings to a profile.
Configuration Chapter 3 Site Information For each network selected, the following settings are listed: SSID This is the SSID or unique name of the Wireless Network. Wireless Mode This is the mode of the wireless network currently in use. Channel This is the channel to which the wireless network devices are set. Security This is the status of the wireless security feature. MAC Address This is the MAC address of the wireless network’s access point.
Configuration Chapter 3 Create a New Profile The next screen is the Available Wireless Networks screen. Profiles Profile This is the name of the profile. SSID This is the SSID or unique name of the wireless network. Profile Information For each profile selected, the following are listed: Wireless Mode This is the mode of the wireless network currently in use. Transfer Rate The data transfer rate of the current connection is shown here.
Configuration Chapter 3 SecureEasySetup is now complete and a configuration profile will has been created automatically. You may save your configuration profile to a text file by clicking the Save button, or print the configuration by clicking the Print button. Click Connect to Network to connect to your network.
Configuration Chapter 3 WEP Security PSK Security Passphrase Enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case sensitive and must be 31 or fewer alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually.
Configuration Chapter 3 Click Next to continue, or click the Back button to return to the previous screen. 4. The Wireless Mode screen shows a choice of two wireless modes. Select Infrastructure Mode if you want to connect to a wireless router or access point. Select Ad-Hoc Mode if you want to connect to another wireless device directly without using a wireless router or access point. Enter the Wireless Network Name for your network. Available Wireless Networks 1.
Configuration Chapter 3 is a security standard stronger than WPA-Personal, RADIUS stands for Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service, and LEAP stands for Lightweight Extensible Authentication Protocol. If you don’t want to use encryption, select Disabled. Click Next to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen. Proceed to the section for your security method. WEP Ad-Hoc Mode Settings Network Mode Select the Network Mode in which your wireless network will operate.
Configuration Chapter 3 Click Next to continue, or click Back to return to the previous screen. WPA Personal WPA Personal offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Select TKIP or AES for encryption. Then enter a Pre-shared Key that is 8-63 characters in length. WPA Enterprise WPA Enterprise features WPA security used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.
Configuration Chapter 3 PEAP EAP-TLS WPA Enterprise - PEAP RADIUS - EAP-TLS If you selected 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. Enter the name of the authentication server in the Server Name field (this is optional).
Configuration Chapter 3 Click Next to continue or Back to return to the previous screen. 8. The Congratulations screen appears next. Click Finish. LEAP Congratulations! Congratulations! The profile is successfully configured. RADIUS > LEAP If you selected LEAP, then enter the Username and Password that will authenticate you on your wireless network. Username Enter the username used for authentication. Password Enter the password used for authentication. Confirm Enter the password again.
Appendix A Troubleshooting Appendix A: Troubleshooting Your computer does not recognize the Adapter. Make sure that the Adapter is properly inserted into the PCI slot. The Adapter does not work properly. Remove the Adapter, and then reinsert it into the computer’s PCI slot. Your computer cannot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the Infrastructure configuration. 1. Make sure that the computers are powered on. 2.
Specifications Appendix B Appendix B: Specifications Model WMP54G Standards 802.11g, 802.11b, PCI 2.2, PCI 2.3 LEDs Act: Solid when Linked, Flashes with Traffic Transmit Power 15 dBm @ 54 Mbps 19 dBm @ 11Mbps Sensitivity -70 dBm @ 54 Mbps -85 dBm @ 11 Mbps Security Features WEP, WPA, and LEAP Network Protocol TCP/IP, IPX, NetBEUI Environmental Dimensions 122 x 215 x 23 mm Certification FCC, Wi-Fi b/g, CE Unit Weight 90 g Operating Temp. 0 to 65ºC Storage Temp.
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Appendix C Warranty Information and a copy of your dated proof of original purchase when returning your product. Products received without a RMA number and dated proof of original purchase will be rejected. Do not include any other items with the product you are returning to Linksys. Defective product covered by this limited warranty will be repaired or replaced and returned to you without charge.
Appendix D Appendix D: 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 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.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Wireless Disclaimer The maximum performance for wireless is derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage.
Regulatory Information Appendix D Declaration of Conformity with Regard to EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Nederlands [Dutch]: Dit apparaat voldoet aan de essentiele eisen en andere van toepassing zijnde bepalingen van de Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
Regulatory Information Appendix D Wireless Equipment (Wireless-N/G/A/B Products) The following standards were applied during the assessment of the product against the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC: •• Radio: EN 300 328 and/or EN 301 893 as applicable •• EMC: EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17 •• Safety: EN 60950 and either EN 50385 or EN 50371 Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) and Transmit Power Control (TPC) are required for operation in the 5 GHz band.
Regulatory Information Appendix D France Product Usage Restrictions For 2,4 GHz, the product should not be used outdoors in the band 2454 - 2483,5 MHz. There are no restrictions when used in other parts of the 2,4 GHz band when used indoors. Check http://www.arcep.fr/ for more details. This product is designed for indoor usage only. Outdoor usage is not recommended, unless otherwise noted. Pour la bande 2,4 GHz, l’ équipement ne doit pas être utilisé en extérieur dans la bande 2454 - 2483,5 MHz.
Appendix D User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Eesti (Estonian) - Keskkonnaalane informatsioon Euroopa Liidus asuvatele klientidele Français (French) - Informations environnementales pour les clients de l’Union européenne Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol , keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Lietuvškai (Lithuanian) - Aplinkosaugos informacija, skirta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams Nederlands (Dutch) - Milieu-informatie voor klanten in de Europese Unie Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių atliekų srauto.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambiental para clientes da União Europeia Slovenčina (Slovene) - Okoljske informacije za stranke v Evropski uniji A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares.
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