USER GUIDE Wireless-G Broadband Router Model No: WRT54G2
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Placement Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents Appendix D: Regulatory Information 27 FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Overview Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Overview Wireless (Green) The Wireless LED lights up when the wireless feature is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the network. Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router. The Router lets you access the Internet via a wireless connection, broadcast at up to 54 Mbps, or through one of its four switched ports.
Product Overview Chapter 1 Wall-Mounting Placement Follow these instructions: The Router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between the slots is 152 mm (6 inches). 1. Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet. Two screws are needed to mount the Router. 2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are 152 mm (6 inches) apart.
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.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings. After setting up the Router with the Setup Wizard (located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. However, if you’d like to change its advanced settings, use the Router’s web-based utility. This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Static IP If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP. will automatically re-establish your connection. To use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds. PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 L2TP L2TP is a service that applies to connections in Israel only. Internet Connection Type > L2TP User Name and Password Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. L2TP Server This is the IP address of the L2TP Server. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here. Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time).
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Network Setup The Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports. Wireless Setup is performed through the Wireless tab. Router IP This presents both the Router’s IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by your network. Router IP Address Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) The settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 DynDNS.org Setup > MAC Address Clone A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router with the MAC Address Clone feature.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask determines which portion of a Destination LAN IP address is the network portion, and which portion is the host portion. Default Gateway This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and the remote network or host. Interface This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless networks) or the WAN (Internet).
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Basic Wireless Settings Wi-Fi Protected Setup There are three methods available. Use the method that applies to the client device you are configuring. Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Manual Setup) Wireless Network Mode From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your network. If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 3. After the client device has been configured, click OK. Then refer back to your client device or its documentation for further instructions. Method #2 Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN number. WPA Personal NOTE: If you are using WPA, always remember that each device in your wireless network MUST use the same WPA method and shared key, or else the network will not function properly. 1.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 RADIUS Server Address Enter the IP Address of the RADIUS server. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default value is 1812. Shared Key Enter the key shared between the Router and the server. Key Renewal Timeout Enter a Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys. The default Key Renewal Timeout period is 3600 seconds.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Passphrase Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate. Key 1-4 If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key(s) manually. WEP WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or blocking access, click Enable. If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, keep the default setting, Disable.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 manufacturer of your wireless products. To turn on the Frame Burst option, select Enable. The default is Disable. Beacon Interval The default value is 100. Enter a value between 1 and 65,535 milliseconds. The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the Router to synchronize the wireless network.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Security > Firewall Security > VPN Passthrough The Security > Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network. The Security > VPN Passthrough screen allows you to enable VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 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 Save Settings to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Then click Close. List of PCs Access Restrictions > Internet Access Internet Access Internet Access Policy Access can be managed by a policy.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 To modify a service, select it from the list on the right. Change its name, protocol setting, or port range. Then click Modify. To delete a service, select it from the list on the right. Then click Delete. When you are finished making changes on the Port Services screen, click Apply to save the changes. If you want to cancel your changes, click Cancel. To close the Port Services screen and return to the Access Restrictions screen, click Close.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Forwarded Range QoS For each application, list the forwarded port number range. Check with the Internet application documentation for the port number(s) needed. Enable/Disable To enable QoS, select Enable. Otherwise, select Disable. QoS is disabled by default. Start Port Enter the starting port number of the Forwarded Range. End Port Enter the ending port number of the Forwarded Range. Upstream Bandwidth Select Auto or Manual from the drop-down menu.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Application Priority Application Priority QoS manages information as it is transmitted and received. Depending on the settings of the QoS screen, this feature will assign information a high or low priority for the applications that you specify. Optimize Gaming Applications Select this to automatically allow common game application ports to have a higher priority.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Administration > Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. The Ping Test Administration > Log Log Log To disable the Log function, keep the default setting, Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the Internet, select Enable. When you wish to view the logs, click Incoming Log or Outgoing Log, depending on which you wish to view.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Administration > Upgrade Firmware Status > Router The Administration > Upgrade Firmware screen allows you to upgrade the Router’s firmware. Do not upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new firmware has a feature you want to use. The Status > Router screen displays the Router’s current status.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Status > Local Network Status > Wireless The Status > Local Network screen displays the status of your network. The Status > Wireless screen displays the status of your wireless network. Status > Local Network Local Network Status > Wireless MAC Address This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Ethernet network. IP Address This shows the Router’s IP Address, as it appears on your local, Ethernet network.
Troubleshooting Appendix A Appendix A: Troubleshooting Your computer cannot connect to the Internet. When you double-click the web browser, you are prompted for a username and password. If you want to get rid of the prompt, follow these instructions. Launch the web browser and perform the following steps (these steps are specific to Internet Explorer but are similar for other browsers): Follow these instructions until your computer can connect to the Internet: 1. Select Tools > Internet Options.
Specifications Appendix B Appendix B: Specifications Model WRT54G2 Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.
Appendix C Appendix C: 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 C 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 D Appendix D: Regulatory Information Safety Notices • Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. FCC Statement • Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix D 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. Le dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec une antenne ayant un gain maximum de 2 dBi.
Appendix D User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Eesti (Estonian) - Keskkonnaalane informatsioon Euroopa Liidus asuvatele klientidele Français (French) - Informations environnementales pour les clients de l’Union européenne Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/EÜ nõuete kohaselt on seadmeid, millel on tootel või pakendil käesolev sümbol , keelatud kõrvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejäätmetega. See sümbol näitab, et toode tuleks kõrvaldada eraldi tavalistest olmejäätmevoogudest.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Lietuvškai (Lithuanian) - Aplinkosaugos informacija, skirta Europos Sąjungos vartotojams Nederlands (Dutch) - Milieu-informatie voor klanten in de Europese Unie Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad įrangos, kuri ir kurios pakuotė yra pažymėta šiuo simboliu (įveskite simbolį), negalima šalinti kartu su nerūšiuotomis komunalinėmis atliekomis. Šis simbolis rodo, kad gaminį reikia šalinti atskirai nuo bendro buitinių atliekų srauto.
Appendix D Regulatory Information Português (Portuguese) - Informação ambiental para clientes da União Europeia Slovenčina (Slovene) - Okoljske informacije za stranke v Evropski uniji A Directiva Europeia 2002/96/CE exige que o equipamento que exibe este símbolo no produto e/ou na sua embalagem não seja eliminado junto com os resíduos municipais não separados. O símbolo indica que este produto deve ser eliminado separadamente dos resíduos domésticos regulares.
