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Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 1: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter The LED Indicators Chapter 2: Setting up and Connecting the USB Adapter Starting the Setup Wizard Creating a Profile Setting Up the Adapter with SecureEasySetup Setting Up the Adapter with Available Networks Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup Chapter 3: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor Link Information Screens Site Survey Profiles Cr
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 1: Getting to Know the Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter The LED Indicators The Adapter's LEDs display information about network activity. Figure 1-1: Front Panel Link Green. The Link LED flashes when there is network activity.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 2: Setting up and Connecting the USB Adapter The USB Adapter is set up with the Setup Wizard that comes on the CD enclosed with the Adapter. This chapter will guide you through the setup procedure. IMPORTANT: Do not connect the Adapter until you are instructed to do so or the setup will not work. Starting the Setup Wizard To begin the setup process, insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 3. The necessary files will be installed onto your PC. Figure 2-3: Installing files 4. The Setup Wizard will now prompt you to connect the Adapter to your PC’s USB port. Connect the Adapter’s connector to one of the USB ports on your computer. Once you’ve connected, click Next.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Creating a Profile This Adapter features SecureEasySetup. This means that you can set it up with just the press of a button when connecting to wireless routers or access points that also feature SecureEasySetup. Both devices on the network must feature SecureEasySetup for this to work. • Use SecureEasySetup. Use this option if you have a device on your network that supports SecureEasySetup. • Skip.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Setting Up the Adapter with SecureEasySetup With SecureEasySetup, setting up the Adapter is as simple as pushing a couple of buttons. Before you press any buttons, you should locate the SecureEasySetup button on the device you’re connecting the Adapter to, such as a wireless router or access point. NOTE: Your wireless router or access point must have Wireless SSID broadcast set to enable. 1.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Setting Up the Adapter with Available Networks If you’re not setting up the Adapter with SecureEasySetup, another method for setting up the Adapter is with the available networks listed on the Available Wireless Network screen. The available networks are listed in the table on the center of the screen by SSID. 1. Select the wireless network you wish to connect to and click the Connect button.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WEP Key Needed for Connection Select 64-bit or 128-bit. Then, enter a passphrase or WEP key. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. Then, click Connect and proceed to the Congratulations screen. To cancel the connection, click Cancel. Figure 2-14: WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection 3. After the Adapter has been configured for the network, the Congratulations screen will appear. Click Connect to Network to connect to your network. Congratulations! Setup is complete.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Setting Up the Adapter with Manual Setup If you are not taking advantage of SecureEasySetup and your network is not listed with the available networks, click Manual Setup on the Available Wireless Network screen to set up the adapter manually. 1. After clicking Manual Setup, the Network Settings screen will appear. If your network has a router or other DHCP server, click the radio button next to Obtain network settings automatically (DHCP).
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 2. The Wireless Mode screen shows a choice of two wireless modes. Click the Infrastructure Mode radio button if you want to connect to a wireless router or access point. Click the Ad-Hoc Mode radio button if you want to connect to another wireless device directly without using a wireless router or access point. Then, enter the SSID for your network. Infrastructure Mode - Use this mode if you want to connect to a wireless router or access point.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 4. The Wireless Security screen will appear. This step will configure wireless security. If your wireless network doesn’t use wireless security, select Disabled and then click the Next button to continue. Proceed to Step 5. Select WEP, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Enterprise, or Radius for the Encryption Method.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WPA Personal WPA Personal offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Select TKIP or AES for encryption. Then enter a Passphrase that is 8-63 characters in length. Encryption - Select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES, from the Encryption drop-down menu. Passphrase - Enter a Passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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.) WPA Enterprise offers two authentication methods, EAPTLS and PEAP, as well as two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Authentication - Select the authentication method your network is using, EAP-TLS or PEAP.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster RADIUS RADIUS uses the security of a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) It offers two authentication methods: EAP-TLS and PEAP. Authentication - Select the authentication method your network is using, EAP-TLS or PEAP. • EAP-TLS If you selected EAP-TLS, enter the login name of your wireless network in the Login Name field.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 5. The next screen displays all of the Adapter’s settings. If these are correct, you can save these settings to your hard drive by clicking Save. Click Next to continue and finish the setup. If these settings are not correct, click Back to change your settings. To exit the setup, click Exit. Figure 2-28: Confirm New Settings 6. After the software has been successfully installed, the Congratulations screen will appear.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Chapter 3: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Use the Wireless Network Monitor to check the link information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings. Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor NOTE: The Wireless Network Monitor should only be accessed AFTER connecting the Adapter.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless Network Status The Wireless Network Status screen provides information on your current network settings. Status - This shows the status of the wireless network connection. SSID - This is the unique name of the wireless network. Wireless Mode - The mode of the wireless network currently in use is displayed here. Transfer Rate - The data transfer rate of the current connection is shown here.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 connection. (In Auto mode, the Adapter dynamically shifts to the fastest data transfer rate possible at any given time.) Receive Rate - This is the rate at which data is received.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Site Survey The Site Survey screen displays a list of available networks in the table on the left. The table shows each 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. SSID - The SSID or unique name of the wireless network is displayed here. CH - This is the channel that the network uses.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster If the network has WPA2-Personal wireless security enabled, then you will see the WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection screen. Enter the network’s Passphrase or pre-shared key in the Passphrase field. To connect to the network, click Connect. To cancel the connection, click Cancel. Profiles The Profiles screen lets you save different configuration profiles for different network setups.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Delete - Select the profile you want to delete, and then click Delete. Creating a New Profile On the Profiles screen, click the New button to create a new profile. 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. For details on setting up a new connection profile, please refer to “Creating a Profile” in Chapter 2.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems usually encountered during the installation and operation of the 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 USB Adapter. • Make sure that the USB Adapter is properly inserted into the USB port.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Frequently Asked Questions Can I 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 I 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).
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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).
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration If your computer is running Windows XP, then this choice will be available. If you want to use Windows XP Wireless Configuration to control the Adapter, instead of using the Wireless Network Monitor, then right-click on the Wireless Network Monitor and select Use Windows XP Wireless Configuration.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 2. The screen that appears will show any available wireless network. Select the network you want. Click the Connect button. NOTE: Steps 2 and 3 are the instructions and screenshots for Windows XP with Service Pack 2 installed. If your network does not have wireless security enabled, go to step 3. If your network does have wireless security enabled, go to step 4. Figure B-4: Available Wireless Network 3.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 4. If your network uses wireless security WEP, enter the WEP Key used into the Network Key and Confirm network key fields. If your network uses wireless security WPA Personal, enter the Passphrase used into the Network Key and Confirm network key fields. Click the Connect button. Figure B-6: Network Connection - Wireless Security NOTE: Windows XP Wireless Configuration does not support the use of a passphrase.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix C: 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.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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 broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WPA-Personal. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters. WPA2-Personal. Enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters. WPA-Enterprise. 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.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix D: Windows Help All wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with the Access Point, TCP/IP must be enabled.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix E: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. 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.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a network of computers. Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix F: Specifications Model WUSB54GSC Standards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, USB 1.1 and 2.0 Channels 802.11b / 802.11g 11 Channels (Most of North, Central and South America) 13 Channels (Most of Europe, Africa and Asia) LED(s) Link Protocols 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps), DQPSK (2 Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps); 802.11g: OFDM Transmitted Power 802.11g: 13 ± 1 dBm (Typical) 802.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Operating Humidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensing Appendix F: Specifications 40
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix G: Warranty Information Linksys warrants to the original end user purchaser (“You”) that, for a period of three years, (the “Warranty Period”) Your Linksys product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys's entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix H: 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.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster IC Statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Règlement d’Industry Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : 1. Ce périphérique ne doit pas causer d'interférences; 2.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Compliance Information for 2,4-GHz and 5-GHz Wireless Products Relevant to the EU and Other Countries Following the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Appendix H: Regulatory Information 44
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster NOTE: For all products, the Declaration of Conformity (DofC) is available through one or more of these options: • A pdf file is included on the product's CD. • A print copy is included with the product. • A pdf file is available on the product's webpage. Visit www.linksys.com/international and select your country or region. Then select your product. If you need any other technical documentation, see the “Technical Documents on www.linksys.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster National Restrictions This product may be used in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below: Ce produit peut être utilisé dans tous les pays de l’UE (et dans tous les pays ayant transposés la directive 1999/5/CE) sans aucune limitation, excepté pour les pays mentionnés ci-dessous: Questo prodotto è utilizzabile in tutte i paesi EU (ed in tutti gli altri
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster The following countries have restrictions and/or requirements in addition to those given in Table 1: Denmark In Denmark, the band 5150 - 5350 MHz is also allowed for outdoor usage. I Danmark må frekvensbåndet 5150 - 5350 også anvendes udendørs. France For 2,4 GHz, the output power is restricted to 10 mW eirp when the product is used outdoors in the band 2454 - 2483,5 MHz. There are no restrictions when used in other parts of the 2,4 GHz band.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Latvia The outdoor usage of the 2,4 GHz band requires an authorization from the Electronic Communications Office. Please check http://www.esd.lv for more details. Notes: (1) Although Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein are not EU member states, the EU Directive 1999/5/EC has also been implemented in those countries. (2) The regulatory limits for maximum output power are specified in eirp.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless Adapters For wireless adapters operating in the 2,4-GHz band, the typical radiated output power is 18 dBm EIRP, while the maximum radiated output power will not exceed 20 dBm (100 mW) EIRP. For wireless adapters operating in the 5-GHz band, the typical radiated output power is 20 dBm EIRP, while the maximum radiated output power will not exceed 23 dBm (200 mW) EIRP.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless Access Points, Routers, or Other Wireless Products If you have a different wireless product, use its Web-based Utility to configure its power output setting (refer to the product’s documentation for more information). Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international Follow these steps to access technical documents: 1. Enter http://www.linksys.com/international in your web browser. 2. Select the country or region in which you live. 3.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster 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.
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Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Appendix I: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com/international If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria support.at@linksys.com Belgium support.be@linksys.com Czech Republic support.cz@linksys.com Denmark support.dk@linksys.com Finland support.
Compact Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster In Europe E-mail Address Switzerland support.ch@linksys.com Turkey support.tk@linksys.com United Kingdom support.uk@linksys.com Outside of Europe E-mail Address Asia Pacific asiasupport@linksys.com (English only) Latin America support.portuguese@linksys.com or support.spanish@linksys.com Middle East & Africa support.mea@linksys.com (English only) South Africa support.ze@linksys.com (English only) UAE support.ae@linksys.
