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Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome What’s in this Guide? 1 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Camera LEDs Camera Head Camera Ports Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera for Setup Overview Connection to a Wired Network for Setup Connection to a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network for Setup Moving the Camera to a
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera View Video Setup Help Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Wireless Security A Brief Overview What Are The Risks? Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information 40 41 52 54 54 56 58 58 58 65 66 67 73 74 75 80
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera List of Figures Figure 3-1: Camera LEDs Figure 3-2: Camera Head Figure 3-3: Camera Ports Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Adapter Figure 5-1: Welcome Figure 5-2: Connection for Setup Figure 5-3: Cameras Found Figure 5-4: Administrator Name and Password Figure 5-5: Basic Settings Figure 5-6: DHCP or Static IP Address Figure 5-7: IP Settings Figure 5-8: Mode Settings Figure 5-9: Basic Settings (Wireless) Figure 5-10: Security Settin
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Figure 6-9: Find Camera from LAN Figure 6-10: Find Camera from Internet Figure 6-11: Change Settings Figure 6-12: Delete Camera Figure 6-13: View Video Figure 6-14: Recording Icon Figure 6-15: Scheduled Recordings in Progress Figure 6-16: Files Figure 6-17: Preferences Figure 6-18: Recording Schedule Figure 6-19: Add to Recording Schedule Figure 6-20: Modify Scheduled Recording Figure 6-21: Stop Scheduled Recording Figure 6-22: View Video Figure 7-1: SoloLink Service Figure
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Figure 7-17: Create Links Figure 7-18: Successful Registration Figure 7-19: Account Confirmation of Camera Figure 7-20: Successful Setup Figure 7-21: Port Forwarding Information Figure 7-22: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 7-23: User Name and Password Figure 7-24: SoloLink DDNS Figure 8-1: Camera’s Default IP Address Figure 8-2: Web-based Utility Welcome Figure 8-3: Security Warning Figure 8-4: User Name and Password Figure 8-5: Basic Figure 8-6: WEP Key Settings Figure 8-
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. This Camera sends live video through the Internet to a web browser anywhere in the world! This compact, self-contained unit lets you keep an eye on your home, your kids, your workplace—whatever’s important to you.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Camera’s applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network This chapter discusses a few of the basics about wireless networking. • Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera This chapter describes the physical features of the Camera.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera • Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware This appendix explains how you can upgrade the Camera’s firmware. • Appendix D: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol. • Appendix E: Glossary This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking. • Appendix F: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Camera.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Introduction A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers and other devices, such as peripherals, in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Camera will also communicate with network adapters, such as the Wireless-B and Wireless-G Network Adapters (model numbers WPC11 and WPC54G) for your laptop computers, Wireless-B and Wireless-G PCI Adapters (model numbers WMP11 and WMP54G) for your desktop PCs, and Wireless-B USB Adapter (model number WUSB11) for your computer when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Camera LEDs The Camera has four LEDs to let you know how the Camera is functioning. Figure 3-1: Camera LEDs Ready Green. The Ready LED lights up when the Camera is powered on. It flashes while the Camera is initializing and is steadily lit when the Camera is ready for use. Act/Link Green. The Act/Link LED flashes when there is activity. LAN Green.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Camera Ports Figure 3-3: Camera Ports The Camera features two ports and a Reset button on the bottom panel. Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter. LAN The LAN port is where you will connect the Ethernet network cable. (Reset) The Reset button is what you will press if you need to reset the Camera. Insert a paper clip into the opening next to the LAN port. Then press the button and hold it in for five seconds.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera for Setup Overview Before you set up the Camera, connect it to a wired or wireless network. Proceed to the appropriate section for your setup. If you need to move the Camera from a wired network to a wireless network, or vice versa, go to this section, “Moving the Camera to a Different Network.” Connection to a Wired Network for Setup 1. Connect the Ethernet network cable to your router or switch.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 3. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. The Camera’s Ready LED flashes while the Camera is initializing. The Camera is ready for use when the Ready and Wireless LEDs are solidly lit. Proceed to “Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera.” Moving the Camera to a Different Network When you move the Camera from a wired network to a wireless network, or vice versa, you must power off the Camera before connecting to the new network.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 5: Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard The Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation and configuration procedure. 1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field provided, enter D:\wvc11b.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 4. The screen shown in Figure 5-3 displays a list of Wireless-B Internet Video Cameras on your network, along with the status information for the Camera whose name is highlighted. In the Selection box, click the name of the Camera you are currently installing. Write down the IP address of the Camera, so you can use it to access the Web-based Utility later. Click the Next button. 5.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 7. If your network has a DHCP server, such as a router with DHCP enabled, click the Automatic ConfigurationDHCP radio button. If you need to assign a static IP address to the Camera, keep the default setting, Static IP address. Then click the Next button. 8. If you selected Automatic Configuration-DHCP in step 7, then proceed to step 9. If you selected Static IP Address, then the IP Settings screen will appear.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 9. The Mode Settings screen will appear. Click the Infrastructure radio button if you want the Camera to communicate using an access point or wireless router. Click the Ad-Hoc radio button if you want the Camera to communicate without using an access point or wireless router. Click the Next button. 10. The Basic Settings screen will appear, so you can change the wireless settings. Enter your wireless network’s SSID or network name.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 11. The Security Settings screen will appear. If your network has WEP encryption enabled, then select the level of WEP encryption and enter a Passphrase. If you do not have a Passphrase and you want to manually enter a WEP key, leave the Passphrase field blank. If your network doesn’t have WEP encryption disabled, keep the default, Disabled. • WEP. In enable WEP encryption, select 64-Bit Keys or 128-Bit Keys from the drop-down menu. Then enter a Passphrase.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 13. On the screen shown in Figure 5-12, review your settings before the Setup Wizard starts to copy your files. Click the Save button to continue. 14. After the files have been successfully copied, the Congratulations screen will appear. • Install Viewer & Recorder Utility. Click this button to install the Camera’s Utility on your PC. • Setup SoloLink DDNS Service.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Placement Options There are three ways to place the Camera. The first way is to place the Camera horizontally on a surface, so it sits on four small rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Camera vertically on a surface (see Figure 5-14). The third way is to hang the Camera on a wall (see Figure 5-15). The second and third options are explained in further detail below. Stand Option 1. The Camera includes a Camera Desktop Stand.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 6: Installing and Using the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Viewer & Recorder Utility Overview This chapter will instruct you on how to install and use the Viewer & Recorder Utility on your PC. The Utility allows you to easily view and record the Camera’s video. Note: To view video using a web browser, you must use Internet Explorer version 5.5 or higher. The View Video feature will not work with Netscape.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 3. The Choose Destination Location screen will appear. To install the Viewer & Recorder Utility files in the default folder, click the Next button. To select a different folder, click the Browse button and follow the on-screen directions. 4. The Select Program Folder screen will appear. To add program icons to the default folder, click the Next button. If you wish, you can rename the default folder.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Using the Viewer & Recorder Utility After the Viewer & Recorder Utility has been installed, the Viewer & Recorder Utility icon, shown in Figure 6-7, will be displayed twice, one on your desktop and one in the system tray of your desktop’s taskbar. There are two ways to open the Viewer & Recorder Utility: • Double-click the icon on your desktop (the icon acts as a shortcut) • Right-click the icon in the system tray, and then click Main Program.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Find To find a Camera on your local network or the Internet, click the Find button. You will see the screen shown in Figure 6-9. There will be two tabs available, LAN and Internet. LAN The LAN screen shows the Cameras found on your local area network, along with the status information for each Camera. Cameras on LAN The Utility will search for Cameras on the local area network and display a list in the Cameras on LAN box. To run a new search, click the Refresh button.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Internet The Internet screen shows the Camera found on the Internet, along with the status information for it. See Figure 6-10. Test Results First, go to the Camera Info section. Enter the Camera’s Address, Port Number, and login information (if required). Then click the Test button to find the Camera. The following information will be displayed: Camera Info Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera. Figure 6-10: Find Camera from Internet Description.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera For the selected Camera, the following information will be displayed: Camera Info Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera. Description. The information about the Camera that you entered. Address. The Camera’s IP address or your SoloLink DDNS address. Port Number. The port number the Camera uses for communication. Login. If you set up the Camera with a name and password, then enter them here to access the Camera. Name. Enter the login Name. Password.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera View To view the video seen by a Camera, select the Camera by clicking its name in the Camera List box, and then click the View button. You will see a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 6-13. Click the button with the circle to record the video. (You will see a rotating recording icon, which alternates blue and green in color, in the desktop’s system tray, as shown in Figure 6-14.) Click the button with the square to stop recording or stop the video.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Scheduled Recordings in Progress From the Scheduled Recordings in progress section (see Figure 6-15), you can schedule recordings, alter the recording preferences, and access recording files. Recordings The recordings listed here are scheduled ones that are currently in progress. Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera doing the recording. Start Time. The time the recording began. Note: The maximum length of a recording file is one hour.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Delete To delete a recording file, select it by clicking its Name, and then click the Delete button. Explore If the recording file you want is not listed, click the Explore button to find the file. To rename a recording file, click the Explore button. After you have found the file, you can rename it. Preferences To designate the folder where recording files are saved, click the Preferences button. You will see the screen shown in Figure 6-17.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Add To schedule a new recording, click the Add button. The screen shown in Figure 6-19 will appear. Camera. Select the Camera you want for this recording. Frequency. Select how often you want this recording to be made. Start Date. Enter the date you want this recording to start. Start Time. Enter the time you want this recording to start. Duration. Enter the number of hours and minutes you want this recording to last.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera If you want to restart the scheduled recording, select the Camera you want by clicking its name in the Camera List box, and click the View button. You will see a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 6-22. Click the button with the circle to record the video. To stop recording, click the button with the square. To set up the Linksys SoloLink Service, go to “Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service Overview This chapter will briefly discuss the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service, explain how to set up your SoloLink account, and describe how to register additional Cameras on your SoloLink account. You need only one SoloLink account. Once you have set up your account, you can register additional Cameras, one at a time, through each Camera’s Web-based Utility.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 2. The screen shown in Figure 7-3 explains why you would want to use the SoloLink DDNS Service if your network is using a dynamic IP address. Click the Next button. 3. The screen shown in Figure 7-4 explains why you would find the SoloLink DDNS Service convenient if you would prefer to access the Camera using a name rather than a series of numbers (its IP address). Click the Next button.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 4. Make sure your network has an active Internet connection. Verify that your PC and Camera are connected to the network and the Camera is configured properly. Click Next. 5. The screen shown in Figure 7-6 will display a list of Wireless-B Internet Video Cameras on your network and their status information. In the Selection box, click the name of the Camera you are currently setting up. Click Next.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 6. To ensure security, you will be asked to enter a user name and password before you can access the Camera. If you have not changed the Camera’s user name and password, then enter admin in the User name and Password fields (admin is the default). Then click OK. 7. Your web browser will automatically start up, and the SoloLink DDNS screen of the Camera’s Web-based Utility will appear. Click New User ? - Click here to Register.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 8. The screen shown in Figure 7-9 will ask you to make sure your network has an active Internet connection. Click Continue. 9. On the Welcome to the SoloLink DDNS Service screen, click Set up a NEW Account.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 10. On the Sign Up screen, enter the Access ID for your free trial offer. It is provided on the Promotion Card included with the Camera. (If you don’t have an Access ID, then leave the Access ID field blank.) Then enter your account and user information. Enter a Username and Password for your account. Enter the Password again in the Confirm Password field. Complete the following required fields: First Name, Last Name, Phone, and Email.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 11. Review your information on the Confirmation screen. If the new settings are correct, click Continue. 12. On the Select a Location ID screen, enter a Location ID, which can be a name describing your network’s location. It will be combined with the Camera’s Device Name and ourlinksys.com to create a convenient URL you can use to access the Camera. Click Continue.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 13. On the Confirm your Location ID screen, verify that the Location ID is correct. Then click Continue. 14. On the Payment screen, choose one of two payment plans, Bill me now or Bill me later. (If you did not enter an Access ID, then you have one choice, Bill me now.) If you click Bill me later, go to step 15. If you click Bill me now, you will see a screen asking for billing information. Follow the on-screen instructions and then go to step 15.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 16. On the Create Links screen, click Continue. The SoloLink DDNS Service will send your account information to the Camera. 17. A pop-up screen, as shown in Figure 7-18, will inform you that you have successfully registered your account. Click OK. At the bottom of the SoloLink DDNS screen, click the Apply button to register the Camera with your account.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 18. A confirmation page will display the link or address you will use to access the Camera and the port number the SoloLink DDNS Service will use to find the Camera (see Figure 7-19). Click Continue. 19. A pop-up screen, as shown in Figure 7-20, will inform you that you have successfully set up the SoloLink DDNS Service for the Camera. Click OK.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 20. Set up port forwarding on your network router, so the SoloLink DDNS Service will be able to track the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. Go to www.linksys.com/portfwd for instructions on how to configure a Linksys router (see Figure 7-21). For other routers, refer to your router’s documentation. The SoloLink DDNS setup is complete. If you want to register more Cameras with your SoloLink account, proceed to the “SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras” section.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 9. Click the Apply button on the SoloLink DDNS screen. The Camera will automatically register itself with your SoloLink account. 10. Set up port forwarding on your network router, so the SoloLink DDNS Service will be able to track the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. Go to www.linksys.com/portfwd for instructions on how to configure a Linksys router. For other routers, refer to your router’s documentation. The Camera has been added to your SoloLink account.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Chapter 8: Using The Wireless-B Internet Video Camera’s Web-based Utility Overview Use the Camera’s Web-based Utility to access and alter its settings. This chapter will describe each webpage in the Utility and its features. The Utility can be accessed via the web browser of a computer connected to the Camera.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 1. Click the View Video tab on the Welcome screen. 2. A Security Warning screen about an OCX plug-in may appear (see Figure 8-3). To enable your computer to see the Camera’s video, click the Yes button. 3. A screen will appear showing you the video from the Camera. Note: To view video using a web browser, you must use Internet Explorer version 5.5 or higher. The View Video feature will not work with Netscape. Netscape users should use the Viewer & Recorder Utility instead.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Basic The Basic screen, as shown in Figure 8-5, allows you to alter the Camera’s settings, including the network and wireless configuration. Device Settings Firmware Version. The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Firmware should only be upgraded from the Help screen if you experience problems with the Camera. Visit www.linksys.com to find out if there is updated firmware. MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Camera is displayed here.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Wireless Settings SSID. Enter the network’s SSID or network name here. Network Type. Select the network’s mode, Infrastructure or Ad-hoc. Domain. Keep the default setting, USA. Channel No. If the Camera is set to ad-hoc mode, select its channel setting from the drop-down menu. WEP. To use WEP encryption, click the Enable radio button. Then click the Edit WEP Settings button. For more information, go to the “WEP Key Settings” section.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera To save your changes, click the Apply button. To clear the settings, click the Clear button. To exit this screen, click the Close button. To get additional information about the screen’s features, click the Help button. Image The Image screen allows you to alter the Camera’s video settings. Video Settings Resolution. Select the size you want for viewing or recording the Camera’s video. Select 320*240 for a larger size, and select 160*120 for a smaller size. Image Quality.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Note: Video quality and/or performance may be affected by the number of users connected to the Camera. Adjustments Brightness. Select Automatic if you want the Camera to adjust the brightness level automatically. Select Manual if you want to adjust the brightness level on this screen. Then increase or decrease the brightness using the arrow buttons. Red, Green, and Blue. Adjust the level of red, green, or blue using the arrow buttons.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Users The Users screen allows you to designate access rights for Camera users. User Access Allow access by. The default is All users. If you keep the default setting, then all users will be allowed to view the Camera’s video. If you select Only users in database, then only the users you enter in the database will be allowed to view the Camera’s video. They will be asked to log in using their user name and password whenever they request access to the Camera’s video.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera SoloLink DDNS The SoloLink DDNS screen allows you to set up and configure your SoloLink DDNS Service. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. If you have already set up your SoloLink account, then you can use this screen to register additional Cameras. For instructions, go to the “SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras” section on the following page.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Status Registration Status. The status of the Camera’s registration is displayed here. To use the SoloLink DDNS service for the Camera, it must be registered with your SoloLink DDNS account. Address Update Status. The status of the most recent DDNS service update is displayed here. You will be informed if the username and password authentication has been successful, as well as if the dynamic IP address has been updated. Last Update Attempt.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 4. Depending on how often you want the DDNS service to update the dynamic IP address, select the appropriate time interval from the DDNS Service Update drop-down menu. To update the dynamic IP address immediately, click the Update Now button. 5. Click the Apply button on the SoloLink DDNS screen. The Camera will automatically register itself with your SoloLink account. 6.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Status The Status screen allows you to view the Camera’s status information and log. Status Firmware Version. The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Firmware should only be upgraded from the Help screen if you experience problems with the Camera. Visit www.linksys.com to find out if there is updated firmware. MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Camera is displayed here. Camera Name. The name you gave to the Camera is displayed here.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Advanced The Advanced screen allows you to alter the Camera’s e-mail alert features and UPnP configuration. Options You can choose to be notified when the Camera detects motion in its video. You will be sent an e-mail with video attached. E-mail Alert. If you want to be notified by e-mail when the Camera detects motion, then click the checkbox. Motion Sensitivity. You have a choice of motion sensitivity levels for the Camera.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Help Through the Help screen, you’ll find links to additional resources for the Camera and its Utility. If you click the Help tab directly from the Welcome screen, then you will see the User Help screen and will only be able to access these resources. If you first log in to access the Camera’s Setup and then click the Help tab, you will see the Administrator Help screen. You will be able to restore factory defaults and upgrade the Camera’s firmware.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Linksys recommends that you upgrade the Camera’s firmware within your network; in other words, use a computer within the Camera’s local network. If you attempt to upgrade the Camera’s firmware from a remote location—using a computer outside of the Camera’s local network—the upgrade will fail. To upgrade the firmware: 1. Go to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com, and download the firmware upgrade file for the Camera. Then extract the file. 2.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera. 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.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 4. I’m not able to play my recording video files. Make sure you have Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 or higher. If you don’t, you can download the latest version from www.microsoft.com. 5. I want to set up an account with the SoloLink DDNS Service, but I can’t access the SoloLink website to sign up. Make sure the Camera is properly configured on your local network.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera The is the name you gave the Camera when you ran the Setup Wizard. The is the name you selected when you set up your SoloLink DDNS account. • If the Camera is set to DHCP, make sure your local network is working properly and your router has an active Internet connection. • If the Camera uses a static IP address, insert the Setup CD-ROM into your network PC’s CD-ROM drive. Click the Setup button and follow the on-screen instructions.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera I’ve recorded video for a few hours. Why do I see multiple files saved on my computer? The recording function saves video in chunks; each chunk is a maximum of one hour in duration. For example, if you have recorded five continuous hours, then you will see five files saved on your computer. This keeps files from getting too large. Do I need to install the Linksys Viewer and Recorder Utility? Installation is optional. You can view video using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix B: Wireless Security A Brief Overview Whenever data—in the form of files, emails, or messages—is transmitted over your wireless network, it is open to attacks. Wireless networking is inherently risky because it broadcasts information on radio waves. Just like signals from your cellular or cordless phone can be intercepted, signals from your wireless network can also be compromised. What are the risks inherent in wireless networking? Read on.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera But even WEP has its problems. WEP’s encryption algorithm is referred to as “simple”, which also means “weak”, because the technology that scrambles the wireless signal isn’t too hard to crack for a persistent hacker. There are five common ways that hackers can break into your network and steal your bandwidth as well as your data. The five attacks are popularly known as: 1. Passive Attacks 2. Jamming Attacks 3. Active Attacks 4. Dictionary-building or Table Attacks 5.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Active Attacks Hackers use Active Attacks for three purposes: 1) stealing data, 2) using your network, and 3) modifying your network so it's easier to hack in the next time. In an Active Attack, the hacker has gained access to all of your network settings (SSID, WEP keys, etc.) and is in your network. Once in your wireless network, the hacker has access to all open resources and transmitted data on the network.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera examples below, your implementation and administration of network security measures is the key to maximizing wireless security. No preventative measure will guarantee network security but it will make it more difficult for someone to hack into your network. Often, hackers are looking for an easy target. Making your network less attractive to hackers, by making it harder for them to get in, will make them look elsewhere.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 5) SSID There are a few things you can do to make your SSID more secure: a. Disable Broadcast b. Make it unique c. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. This is a option for convenience, allowing anyone to log into your wireless network. In this case, however, anyone includes hackers. So don't broadcast the SSID. A default SSID is set on your wireless devices by the factory.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera PCs unprotected by a firewall router should at least run firewall software, and all PCs should run up-to-date antiviral software. 8) WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is often looked upon as a panacea for wireless security concerns. This is overstating WEP's ability. Again, this can only provide enough security to make a hacker’s job more difficult. WEP encryption implementation was not put in place with the 802.11 standard.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera The solution, then, is to segment your network up into multiple groups. If your network had 80 users and you used four WEP keys, a hacker would have access to only ¼ of your wireless network resources. In this way, multiple keys reduce your liability. Finally, be sure to change your WEP key regularly, once a week or once a day. Using a “dynamic” WEP key, rather than one that is static, makes it even harder for a hacker to break into your network and steal your resources.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Note: Linksys recommends that you upgrade the Camera’s firmware within your network; in other words, use a computer within the Camera’s local network. If you attempt to upgrade the Camera’s firmware from a remote location—using a computer outside of the Camera’s local network—the upgrade will fail. The Camera's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Help tab. Follow these instructions: 1.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 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 an access point or router, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix E: Glossary 802.11a - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 5GHz. 802.11b - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz. 802.11g - An IEEE wireless networking standard that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps, an operating frequency of 2.4GHz, and backward compatibility with 802.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Buffer - A block of memory that temporarily holds data to be worked on later when a device is currently too busy to accept the data. 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 loss in a network.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Dynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server. Encryption - Encoding data to prevent it from being read by unauthorized people. Ethernet - An IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium. Finger - A program that tells you the name associated with an e-mail address. Firewall - Security measures that protect the resources of a local network from intruders. Firmware - 1.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 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 band used in wireless networking transmissions. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A type of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to data transport. PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) - A VPN protocol that allows the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. This protocol is also used as a type of broadband connection in Europe. Preamble - Part of the wireless signal that synchronizes network traffic.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs. TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - A version of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that uses UDP and has no directory or password capability. Throughput - The amount of data moved successfully from one node to another in a given time period.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix F: Specifications Standards IEEE 8011.b, IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Ports 1 x 10/100BaseT (RJ-45) LAN Connection Button 1 Reset Button Cabling Type RJ-45 LEDs Ready, Act/Link, LAN, Wireless Security Features User Authentication, WEP Encryption WEP Key Bits 64/128 Bit Dimensions (W x H x D) 3.15" x 5.91" x 0.38" (80 mm x 450 mm x 9.7 mm) Unit Weight 8.6 oz. (0.232 kg) Power 5V DC, External Certifications FCC, CE Operating Temp.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to the original end user purchaser (“You”) that, for a period of one year, (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.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 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.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT IS BETWEEN YOU AND CISCO-LINKSYS, LLC (“Linksys”). BY DOWNLOADING OR INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE, OR USING THE PRODUCT CONTAINING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THESE TERMS, THEN YOU MAY NOT DOWNLOAD, INSTALL OR USE THE SOFTWARE.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS' LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty or remedy under this Agreement fails of its essential purpose.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera • France F: 2.4 GHz Bande : les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, et 2472 MHz respectivement) sont complétement libres d'utilisation en France (en utilisation intérieur). Pour ce qui est des autres canaux, ils peuvent être soumis à autorisation selon le départment. L'utilisation en extérieur est soumis à autorisation préalable et très restreint. Vous pouvez contacter l'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (http://www.art-telecom.
Wireless-B Internet Video Camera 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 or ftp.linksys.
