USER GUIDE Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter Model: WGA600N
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 2 General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Overview Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Dual-Band Wireless-N Gaming Adapter. The Adapter gives wireless connection capabilities to any wired Ethernet-equipped game console. The Game Adapter can be used in several different ways.
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.
Setup Wizard Advanced Options Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Setup Wizard Advanced Options This section covers the Advanced Options found in the Setup Wizard. For additional details on the Setup Wizard, refer to the Quick Installation Guide. 1. The Welcome screen appears on your monitor. Click the Click Here to Start button. Installation Notice 4. Connect one end of the provided network cable into your computer’s network port and click Next. Welcome Screen 2.
Setup Wizard Advanced Options Chapter 3 6. Plug the power adapter into the Gaming Adapter’s power port. Plug the other end of the power adapter into an electrical outlet. Click Next to continue. 8. Enter a new password for the Gaming Adapter and enter it again in the Re-enter Password field. Click Next to continue. Connect the Power Enter a New Password 7. Verify that the Power and Ethernet LEDs are lit. If not, follow the on‑screen instructions, otherwise click Next to continue. 9.
Setup Wizard Advanced Options Chapter 3 10. Click the Advanced Setup button in the lower right corner of the screen. 12. Enter the Wireless Network Name (SSID) of your wireless network. Available Wireless Networks Wireless Network Name 11. Select the appropriate network configuration for the Gaming Adapter. 13. Select the level of wireless security is used on your wireless network.
Setup Wizard Advanced Options Chapter 3 • High Security (WPA/WPA2) If your network uses WPA/WPA2 security, enter the passphrase in the Passphrase field and click Next. Authentication Select the appropriate authentication method used to access the network. The default setting is Auto. NOTE: WEP is not supported by Draft 11N specifications. If your network uses WEP, the Adapter will only operate in 802.11B/G modes. 14. The Network Settings screen will appear.
Setup Wizard Advanced Options Chapter 3 16. Unplug the Ethernet cable from your computer and plug it into your Gaming Console’s Ethernet port. Click Next to continue. 18. The Congratulations screen will appear. Click Finish to complete the Advanced Setup Wizard installation. Congratulations Connect Gaming Console 17. If your computer was initially connected to a router, make sure you reconnect it. Click Next to continue.
Chapter 4 Advanced Configuration Chapter 4: Advanced Configuration For details on connecting and installing the Adapter, please refer to the Quick Installation. This chapter will describe each screen of the web-based utility and each screen’s key functions. How to Access the Web-Based Utility The web-based utility can be accessed using a web browser.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Status > Device Info The Device Info screen is the first screen you see when you access the web-based utility. WISH Indicates whether WISH (Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling) is active or not. WISH is used for prioritizing applications over the wireless network. MAC Address Displays the MAC Address as seen by other devices on your wireless network. Network Name (SSID) This displays the name of the wireless network or SSID.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Basic > Wireless Configuring LAN Party Gaming Designate a master unit and connect it to a computer with an Ethernet connection. Access the web-based utility of the master unit, and switch to LAN Party Gaming mode. NOTE: If the computer doesn’t already have a static IP address, refer to the beginning of this chapter for notes on configuring a static IP address on your computer. To designate a Gaming Adapter as a master unit, perform the following steps: 1.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Returning to Standard Operating Mode 802.11 Band When your LAN Party is over and you want to reconfigure the Gaming Adapters, be sure to note that the procedure is different for the Gaming Adapter designated as the master and the other adapters. • 2.4GHz This option can be selected if you only want to use the 2.4GHz spectrum of radio frequencies on your wireless network. 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n support this spectrum.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 WEP NOTE: WEP is not supported by Draft 11N specifications. If your network uses WEP, the Adapter will only operate in 802.11B/G modes. WPA Basic > Wireless > WEP WEP Key Length Select a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits (10 hex digits) or 128 bits (26 hex digits). The default is 64 bits (10 hex digits). WEP Key Enter the WEP key used to access the network. This is defined on the access point or router that you are connecting to.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Pres-Shared Key Pre-Shared Key Enter the pre-shared key used by the network. It should be between 8-63 characters. Advanced > Advanced Wireless Short GI Using a short (400ns) guard interval can increase throughput. However, it can also increase error rate in some installations, due to increased sensitivity to radiofrequency reflections. Select the option that works best for your installation.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Windows Media Center Enables the router to recognize certain audio and video streams generated by a Windows Media Center PC and prioritize these streams above other traffic. These streams are used by systems known as Windows Media Extenders, such as the Xbox 360. Automatic When enabled, this option causes the router to automatically attempt to prioritize traffic steams that it doesn’t otherwise recognize, based on the behavior that the streams exhibit.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Tools > Admin Tools > System There is only one account used to access the web‑based utility. This account uses the default username and password, admin. To keep the gaming adapter settings secure, it is recommended that you change the password. Tools > System System Settings Tools > Admin Admin Password Password The password used to access the web‑based utility can be changed from this field. The default password is admin.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Tools > Firmware Tools > System Check Tools > System Check Tools > Firmware Firmware Information Ping Test Current Firmware Version This displays the Adapter’s current firmware version. Host Name or IP Address Enter a host name or IP Address and click the Ping button. The Adapter will send a ping to the address entered until the Stop button is pressed. Current Firmware Date Displays the date the currently installed firmware version was created.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Status > Device Info Status > Wireless The Device Info screen is the first screen displayed after logging into the web-based utility. For details on this screen, refer to the beginning of this chapter. Status > Wireless Number of Wireless Access Points Displays the total number of access points broadcasting within range of the Adapter. MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the access point. SSID Displays the SSID (wireless network name) of the access point.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 4 Status > Statistics Wireless Statistics Sent The number of packets sent from the Adapter over the wireless network. Received The number of packets received by the Adapter over the wireless network. TX Packets Dropped The number of packets dropped on the wireless network while being sent, due to errors, collisions, or resource limitations.
Specifications Appendix A Appendix A: Specifications Model WGA600N Standards IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Draft IEEE 802.11n Ports Power, Ethernet Buttons Reset, Security ( WPS ) LEDs Power, Ethernet, Wireless, Security Cabling Type CAT5 # of Antennas 2 (Internal) Connector Type RJ-45 Antenna Gain in dBi 1 Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2 with TKIP/AES, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) Security Key Bits 256 bits Environmental Dimensions 4.33" x 4.33" x 1.
Appendix B Appendix B: Warranty Information Limited Warranty Linksys warrants this Linksys hardware product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for the Warranty Period, which begins on the date of purchase by the original end-user purchaser and lasts for the period specified below: • One (1) year for new product • Ninety (90) days for refurbished product This limited warranty is non-transferable and extends only to the original end-user purchaser.
Appendix B Warranty Information 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. Customers outside of the United States of America and Canada are responsible for all shipping and handling charges, custom duties, VAT and other associated taxes and charges.
Regulatory Information Appendix C Appendix C: Regulatory Information Safety Notices • Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. FCC Statement • Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix C Avis d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme aux normes NMB-003 et RSS210 du Canada. L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : 1. il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2. il doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
Appendix C 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 C 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 C 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 C 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.
