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Home Wireless-G Gateway Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome What’s in this User Guide? 1 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Network 4 The Gateway’s Functions IP Addresses Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Home Wireless-G Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel LEDs on Side Panel The Bottom Panel Chapter 4: Connecting the Home Wireless-G Gateway Overview Wired Connection to a Computer Wireless Connection to a Computer Chapter 5: Configuring the Home Wireless-G Gateway Overview How to Acce
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter Windows 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Regulatory Information Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Specifications Appendix I: Contact Information 65 65 66 67 68 75 81 82 84
Home Wireless-G Gateway List of Figures Figure 2-1: Network Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Figure 3-2: LEDs on Side Panel Figure 3-3: Bottom Panel with Stand in Closed Position Figure 3-4: Gateway Using Stand Figure 4-1: Connect the ADSL Line Figure 4-2: Connect a PC Figure 4-3: Connect the Power Figure 4-4: Connect the ADSL Line Figure 4-5: Connect the Power Figure 5-1: Login Screen Figure 5-2: Basic Setup Figure 5-3: RFC 1483 Bridged - Dynamic IP Figure 5-4: RFC 1483 Bridged - Static IP
Home Wireless-G Gateway Figure 5-23: Internet Access Figure 5-24: Internet Policy Summary Figure 5-25: List of PCs Figure 5-26: Add/Edit Service Figure 5-27: Single Port Forwarding Figure 5-28: Port Range Forwarding Figure 5-29: Port Triggering Figure 5-30: DMZ Figure 5-31: QoS Figure 5-32: Management Figure 5-33: Allowed IP - IP Range Figure 5-34: Reporting Figure 5-35: System Log Figure 5-36: Ping Test Figure 5-37: Backup&Restore Figure 5-38: Factory Defaults Figure 5-39: Firmware Upgrade Figure 5-40: Re
Home Wireless-G Gateway Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Home Wireless-G Gateway. This Gateway will provide your computers with a highspeed Internet connection as well as resources, including files and printers. Since the Gateway is wireless, Internet access can be shared over the wired network as well as the wireless broadcast at up to 11Mbps for Wireless-B or up to 54Mbps for Wireless-G.
Home Wireless-G Gateway What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Home Wireless-G Gateway. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes applications of the Home Wireless-G Gateway and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Network This chapter describes the basics of networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Home Wireless-G Gateway This chapter describes the physical features of the Gateway.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Gateway. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Chapter 2: Planning Your Network The Gateway’s Functions A Gateway is a network device that connects two networks together. In this instance, the Gateway connects your Local Area Network (LAN), or the group of computers in your home or office, to the Internet. The Gateway processes and regulates the data that travels between these two networks. The Gateway’s NAT feature protects your network of computers so users on the public, Internet side cannot “see” your computers.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Since you use the Gateway to share your DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to find out if they have assigned a static IP address to your account. If so, you will need that static IP address when configuring the Gateway. You can get that information from your ISP. Dynamic IP Addresses A dynamic IP address is automatically assigned to a device on the network, such as computers and print servers.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Home Wireless-G Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel The Gateway’s ports and Reset button are located on a side panel. Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Line The Line port connects to the ADSL line. Ethernet The Ethernet port connects to your computer or other network device. Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Gateway's factory defaults.
Home Wireless-G Gateway LEDs on Side Panel The Gateway's LEDs, which indicate network activity, are located on the other side panel. Figure 3-2: LEDs on Side Panel POWER Green. The POWER LED lights up when the Gateway is powered on. WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If the LED is flashing, the Gateway is actively sending or receiving data to or from one of the devices on the network. ETHERNET Green. The ETHERNET LED serves two purposes.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Bottom Panel The Gateway has a built-in stand available. If you place the Gateway flat on a surface, then you can leave the stand in the closed position. However, if you want the Gateway to be upright, swivel the stand clockwise 90º and position the Gateway accordingly.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Chapter 4: Connecting the Home Wireless-G Gateway Overview The installation technician from your ISP should have left the setup information for the modem with you after installing your broadband connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request that data. After you have the setup information you need for your specific type of Internet connection, you can begin installation and setup of the Gateway.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Wired Connection to a Computer 1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers. 2. Connect a phone cable from the Line port on the Gateway’s side panel to the wall jack of the ADSL line. A small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone and wall jack to prevent interference. Contact your ISP if you have any questions.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Wireless Connection to a Computer If you want to use a wireless connection to access the Gateway, follow these instructions: 1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers. 2. Connect a phone cable from the Line port on the Gateway’s back panel to the wall jack of the ADSL line. A small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone and wall jack to prevent interference.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Chapter 5: Configuring the Home Wireless-G Gateway Overview Follow the steps in this chapter and use the Gateway’s web-based utility to configure the Gateway. This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Gateway.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Security On this screen you can disable or enable the firewall, set up filters, block WAN requests, and enable or disable Virtual Private Networks (VPN) PassThrough. Access Restrictions vpn (virtual private network): a security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet. • Internet Access. This screen allows you to control the Internet usage and traffic on your local network. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Status • Gateway. This screen provides status information about the Gateway. • Local Network. This provides status information about the local network. • Wireless. This screen provides status information about the wireless network. • DSL Connection. This screen provides status information about the DSL connection.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • Pcr Rate: For the Peak Cell Rate, divide the DSL line rate by 424 to get the maximum rate the sender can send cells. Enter the rate in the field (if required by your service provider). • Scr Rate: The Sustain Cell Rate sets the average cell rate that can be transmitted. The SCR value is normally less than the PCR value. Enter the rate in the field (if required by your service provider).
Home Wireless-G Gateway RFC 1483 Routed If you are required to use RFC 1483 Routed, then select RFC 1483 Routed. • Internet IP Address. This is the Gateway’s IP address, when seen from the WAN, or the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here. • Subnet Mask. This is the Gateway’s Subnet Mask. Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask. • Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the default Gateway Address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
Home Wireless-G Gateway RFC 2516 PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE. • Service Name. Enter the name of your PPPoE service in this field. • User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. • Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Bridged Mode Only If you are using your Gateway as a bridge, which makes the Gateway act like a stand-alone modem, select Bridged Mode Only. All NAT and routing settings are disabled in this mode. Optional Settings (required by some ISPs) • Host Name and Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Gateway. Some ISPs require these names as identification.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a computer will be allowed connection to the Gateway with its current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the computer will be “leased” this dynamic IP address. • Static DNS 1-3. The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The DDNS Tab The Gateway offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Gateway. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service at DynDNS.org or TZO.com. DDNS DDNS Service. If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, then select DynDNS.org from the drop-down menu.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Advanced Routing Tab The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure the NAT, dynamic routing, and static routing settings. Advanced Routing • Operating Mode. In this section, you will configure the Gateway’s general routing settings. • NAT. NAT is a security feature that is enabled by default. It enables the Gateway to translate IP addresses of your local area network to a different IP address for the Internet. To disable NAT, click the Disabled radio button. • RIP.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • Select set number. Select the number of the static route from the drop-down menu. The Gateway supports up to 20 static route entries. If you need to delete a route, then select the entry and click the Delete This Entry button. • Destination IP Address. The Destination IP Address is the address of the remote network or host to which you want to assign a static route. Enter the IP address of the host for which you wish to create a static route.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Wireless Tab The Basic Wireless Settings Tab This screen allows you to choose your wireless network mode and wireless security. Wireless Network • Wireless Network Mode. If you have 802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, then keep the default setting, Mixed. If you have only 802.11g devices, select 802.11g. If you have only 802.11b devices, select 802.11b. If you want to disable wireless networking, select Disabled.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Wireless Security Tab The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are two wireless security options supported by the Gateway: Pre-Shared Key and WEP. (Pre-Shared Key is a security standard stronger than WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption. These are briefly discussed here. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Gateway, turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.
Home Wireless-G Gateway WEP. WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as Pre-Shared Key. To use WEP, select a Default Key (this indicates which Key to use) and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. Then either generate a WEP key using a Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually. • WEP Encryption. An acronym for Wired Equivalent Privacy, WEP is an encryption method used to protect your wireless data communications.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Wireless Access Tab Wireless Network Access Wireless Network Access. Select Allow All you want all computers to have access to the wireless network. To restrict access to the network, select Restrict Access, and then select Prevent to block access for the designated computers or Permit only to permit access for the designated computers. Click the Edit MAC Address Access List button, and the Mac Address Filter List screen will appear.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Wireless On this screen you can access the advanced wireless features, including Authentication Type, Control TX Rate, Beacon Interval, DTIM Interval, Fragmentation Threshold, and RTS Threshold. • Authentication Type. The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Security Tab This screen shows the VPN passthrough, firewall, and filter settings. Use these features to enhance the security of your network. VPN Passthrough Virtual Private Networking (VPN) is a security measure that basically creates a secure connection between two remote locations. Configure these settings so the Gateway will permit VPN tunnels to pass through. • IPSec Passthrough.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • Filter Java Applets. Java is a programming language for websites. If you deny Java Applets, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language. To enable Java Applet filtering, click the checkbox. • Filter ActiveX. ActiveX is a programming language for websites. If you deny ActiveX, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language. To enable ActiveX filtering, click the checkbox.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Access Restrictions Tab The Internet Access Tab The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage. You can set up Internet access policies for specific computers and block websites by URL address or keyword. Internet Access Policy. Access can be managed by a policy. Use the settings on this screen to establish an access policy (after the Save Settings button is clicked).
Home Wireless-G Gateway 4. Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen will appear. You can select a PC by MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. 5.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Applications and Gaming Tab The Single Port Forwarding Tab Single Port Forwarding Use the Single Port Forwarding screen when you want to open a specific port so users on the Internet can see the servers behind the Gateway (such servers may include FTP or e-mail servers). When users send this type of request to your network via the Internet, the Gateway will forward those requests to the appropriate computer.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Port Range Forwarding Tab The Port Range Forwarding screen sets up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, email servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some Internet applications may not require any forwarding.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Port Triggering Tab Port Triggering is used for special applications that can request a port to be opened on demand. For this feature, the Gateway will watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The Gateway will remember the IP address of the computer that sends a transmission requesting data, so that when the requested data returns through the Gateway, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules. • Application.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The DMZ Tab The DMZ screen allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming and videoconferencing through DMZ Hosting. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports for one computer at the same time, which differs from Port Range Forwarding, which can only forward a maximum of 10 ranges of ports. • DMZ Hosting.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The QoS Tab QoS Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic, which may involve demanding, real-time applications, such as Internet phone calls or videoconferencing. Enabled/Disabled. To use QoS, select Enable. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable. Application-based QoS Application-based QoS manages information as it is transmitted and received.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Administration Tab The Management Tab The Management screen allows you to change the Gateway’s access settings as well as configure the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), IGMP (Internet Group Multicast Protocol)-Proxy, and WLAN management features. Gateway Access Local Gateway Access. To ensure the Gateway’s security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Gateway’s Web-based Utility.
Home Wireless-G Gateway SNMP SNMP is a popular network monitoring and management protocol. To enable SNMP, click Enabled. To disable SNMP, click Disabled. If enabled, then specify the IP address(es) allowed to have SNMP access. Select All to allow all IP addresses with no restrictions, IP address to specify a single IP address, or IP range to specify a range of IP addresses. • Device Name. Enter the name of the Gateway. • SNMP v1/v2: Get Community.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Reporting Tab The Reporting screen provides you with a log of all incoming and outgoing URLs or IP addresses for your Internet connection. It also provides logs for VPN and firewall events. Reporting • Log. To enable log reporting, click Enabled. • Logviewer IP Address. Enter the IP Address of the computer that will receive logs. You will need Logviewer software to view these logs. This free software is available for download from www.linksys.com. Email Alerts • E-Mail Alerts.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Diagnostics Tab Ping Test Ping Test Parameters • Ping Target IP. Enter the IP address that you want to ping. This can be either a local (LAN) IP or an Internet (WAN) IP address. • Ping Size. Enter the size of the packet. • Number of Pings. Enter the number of times that you want to ping. • Ping Interval. Enter the ping interval (how often the target IP address will be pinged) in milliseconds. Figure 5-36: Ping Test • Ping Timeout.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Factory Defaults Tab Restore Factory Defaults. If you wish to restore the Gateway to its factory default settings and lose all your settings, click Yes. To begin the restore process, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. The Firmware Upgrade Tab Figure 5-38: Factory Defaults The Gateway allows you to upgrade firmware from the LAN (Local Area Network) side of the Gateway.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Reboot Tab This screen allows you to do a soft or hard reboot of the Gateway. In most cases you should use the hard reboot. The soft reboot is similar to restarting your computer without physically powering down the computer. Reboot Reboot Mode. To reboot your Gateway, select Hard or Soft. Choose Hard to power cycle the Gateway or Soft to restart it without a power cycle. Figure 5-40: Reboot To begin the reboot process, click the Save Settings button.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Status Tab The Gateway Tab This screen displays information about the Gateway and its Internet connection. Gateway Information This section displays the Gateway’s Firmware Version, MAC Address, and Current Time. Internet Connection After you select the Internet connection number from the drop-down menu, you see the following information: the Connection, Login Type, Interface, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS 1, 2, and 3 server IP addresses, and WINS address.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Local Network Tab The Local Network information that is displayed is the local Mac Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, Start IP Address, and End IP Address. To view the DHCP Clients Table, click the DHCP Clients Table button. To view the ARP/RARP Table, click the ARP/RARP Table button. DHCP Clients Table. The DHCP Active IP Table shows the current DHCP Client data.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The Wireless Tab The Wireless network information that is displayed is the Wireless Firmware Version, MAC Address, Mode, SSID, DHCP Server, Channel, and Encryption Function. Click the Wireless Clients Connected button to view a list of the wireless clients connected to the Gateway, along with their computer names, IP addresses, and MAC addresses. Click the Refresh button if you want to refresh the displayed information. Click the Close button to return to the Wireless screen.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The DSL Connection Tab This screen shows information about the DSL connection and the PVC connection. DSL Status This section shows the following: DSL Status, DSL Modulation Mode, DSL Path Mode, Downstream Rate, Upstream Rate, Downstream Margin, Upstream Margin, Downstream Line Attenuation, Upstream Line Attenuation, Downstream Transmit Power, and Upstream Transmit Power.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Gateway. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys international website at www.linksys.com/international. Common Problems and Solutions 1.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 7. Toward the bottom of the window, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the Preferred DNS server and Alternative DNS server (provided by your ISP). Contact your ISP or go on its website to find the information. 8. Click the OK button in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, and click the OK button in the Local Area Connection Properties window. 9. Restart the computer if asked.
Home Wireless-G Gateway For Windows 98 and Me: • Click Start and Run. In the Open field, type in command. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. For Windows NT, 2000, and XP: • Click Start and Run. In the Open field, type cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. In the command prompt, type ping 192.168.1.1 and press the Enter key. • If you get a reply, the computer is communicating with the Gateway.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 3. Refer to “Problem #10: I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up popup window.” 5. I can’t get my Virtual Private Network (VPN) working through the Gateway. Access the Gateway’s web interface by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway, and go to the Security tab. Make sure you have IPsec passthrough and/or PPTP pass-through enabled.
Home Wireless-G Gateway field provided. Check “Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter” for details on getting an IP address. 6. Check the Enable option for the port services you want to use. Consider the example below: Customized Application Web server FTP server SMTP (outgoing) POP3 (incoming) External Port 80 to 80 21 to 21 25 to 25 110 to 110 TCP X X X X UDP IP Address 192.168.1.100 192.168.1.101 192.168.1.102 192.168.1.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work. If you are having difficulties getting any Internet game, server, or application to function properly, consider exposing one computer to the Internet using DeMilitarized Zone (DMZ) hosting. This option is available when an application requires too many ports or when you are not sure which port services to use.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • For Netscape 4.7 or higher: 1. Start Netscape Navigator, and click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxies. 2. Make sure you have Direct connection to the Internet selected on this screen. 3. Close all the windows to finish. 11. To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory default. Hold the Reset button for 10 seconds and then release it. This will return the Internet settings, password, forwarding, and other settings on the Gateway to the factory default settings.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 1. To connect to the Gateway, go to the web browser, and enter http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway. 2. Enter the username and password, if asked. (The default username and password is admin.) 3. On the Setup screen, select the option Keep Alive, and set the Redial Period option at 20 (seconds). 4. Click the Save Settings button. Click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. 5. You may see the login status display as Connecting.
Home Wireless-G Gateway • If the Gateway is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/cable modem, etc.) to see if it is working correctly. You can remove the Gateway to verify a direct connection. • Manually configure the TCP/IP settings with a DNS address provided by your ISP. • Make sure that your browser is set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. For Internet Explorer, click Tools, Internet Options, and then the Connection tab.
Home Wireless-G Gateway What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Network Address Translation (NAT) translates multiple IP addresses on the private LAN to one public address that is sent out to the Internet. This adds a level of security since the address of a computer connected to the private LAN is never transmitted on the Internet. Furthermore, NAT allows the Gateway to be used with low cost Internet accounts when only one TCP/IP address is provided by the ISP.
Home Wireless-G Gateway The web page hangs; downloads are corrupt, or nothing but junk characters are being displayed on the screen. What do I need to do? Force your Ethernet adapter to 10Mbps or half duplex mode, and turn off the “Auto-negotiate” feature of your Ethernet adapter as a temporary measure. (Please look at the Network Control Panel in your Ethernet adapter’s Advanced Properties tab.) Make sure that your proxy setting is disabled in the browser. Check our website at www.linksys.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible? Any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Gateway. How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? Theoretically, the Gateway can establish 520 sessions at the same time, but you can only forward 10 ranges of ports. What are the advanced features of the Gateway? The Gateway’s advanced features include Advanced Wireless settings, Filters, Port Forwarding, Routing, and DDNS.
Home Wireless-G Gateway What IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported? The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g functions: • CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol • Multi-Channel Roaming • Automatic Rate Selection • RTS/CTS feature • Fragmentation • Power Management It also supports OFDM technology for 802.11g networking.
Home Wireless-G Gateway What is the 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.
Home Wireless-G Gateway How do I reset the Gateway? Press the Reset button on the back panel for about ten seconds. This will reset the Gateway to its default settings. How do I resolve issues with signal loss? There is no way to know the exact range of your wireless network without testing. Every obstacle placed between the Gateway and a wireless computer will create signal loss. Lead glass, metal, concrete floors, water and walls will inhibit the signal and reduce range.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 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.
Home Wireless-G Gateway SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID: 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”.
Home Wireless-G Gateway WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Gateway or other device how often it should change the encryption keys. WPA RADIUS. WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Gateway or other device.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering feature of the Gateway. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter. This IP address is used for the Gateway’s filtering, forwarding, and/or DMZ features. Follow the steps in this appendix to find the adapter’s MAC or IP address in Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. Note: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address. 2. At the command prompt, enter ipconfig /all. Then press the Enter key. 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure C-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware: 1. Download the Gateway’s firmware upgrade file from www.linksys.com. 2. Extract the file on your computer. 3. Open the Gateway’s Web-based Utility and click the Administration tab. 4. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. 5. Click the Browse button to find the extracted file, and then double-click it. 6. Click the Upgrade button, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix E: Glossary 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 - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Cable Modem - A device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet. 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. Daisy Chain - A method used to connect devices in a series, one after the other.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 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.
Home Wireless-G Gateway 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. ISM band - Radio bandwidth utilized in wireless transmissions. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet. LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet. Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. Power over Ethernet (PoE) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Spread Spectrum - Wideband radio frequency technique used for more reliable and secure data transmission. SSID (Service Set IDentifier) - Your wireless network's name. Static IP Address - A fixed address assigned to a computer or device that is connected to a network. Static Routing - Forwarding data in a network via a fixed path. Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network. Switch - 1.
Home Wireless-G Gateway VPN (Virtual Private Network) - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one network and goes to another over the Internet. WAN (Wide Area Network)- The Internet. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - A method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security. WINIPCFG - A Windows 98 and Me utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix F: Regulatory Information Compliance Information for 2.
Home Wireless-G Gateway NOTE: If you need any technical documentation, see the “How to Access Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international” section for more information.
Home Wireless-G Gateway CE Marking For the Linksys Wireless-B and Wireless-G products, the following CE mark, notified body number (where applicable), and class 2 identifier are added to the equipment. or or Check the CE label on the product to find out which notified body was involved during the assessment.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Dans la cas d’une utilisation en extérieur, la puissance de sortie est limitée pour certaines parties de la bande. Reportezvous à la table 1 ou visitez http://www.art-telecom.fr/ pour de plus amples détails. Table 1: Applicable Power Levels in France Location Frequency Range (MHz) Power (EIRP) Indoor (No restrictions) 2400-2483.5 100 mW (20 dBm) Outdoor 2400-2454 2454-2483.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Wireless Adapters Wireless adapters have the power output set to 100% by default. Maximum power output on each adapter does not exceed 20 dBm (100 mW); it is generally 18 dBm (64 mW) or below. If you need to alter your wireless adapter’s power output, follow the appropriate instructions for your computer’s Windows operating system: Windows XP 1. Double-click the Wireless icon in your desktop’s system tray. 2. Open the Wireless Network Connection window. 3.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international Follow these steps to access technical documents: 1. Browse to http://www.linksys.com/international. 2. Click the region in which you reside. 3. Click the name of the country in which you reside. 4. Click Products. 5. Click the appropriate product category. 6. Select a product. 7. Click the type of documentation you want. The document will automatically open in PDF format.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix G: Warranty Information Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of two 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 replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Appendix H: Specifications Model Number HG200 v1.0 Standards IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3u, G.992.1 (G.dmt), G.992.2 (G.lite), G.922.3, G.992.5, T1.
Home Wireless-G Gateway Operating Humidity 10~85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5~90% Non-Condensing Appendix H: Specifications 83
Home Wireless-G Gateway 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 Denmark support.dk@linksys.com France support.fr@linksys.com Germany support.de@linksys.com Italy support.it@linksys.
