USER GUIDE Wireless-N Ethernet Bridge with Dual-Band Model: WET610N
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 LEDs Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ports 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 Linksys by Cisco Wireless-N Ethernet Bridge with Dual-Band. The Bridge can connect any wired, Ethernet device to your wireless network. The Bridge is based on dual-band Wireless-N, so it is compatible with any Wireless-N, -G, -A, or -B router or access point. For first-time installation, run the Setup Wizard on the enclosed CD. To configure advanced settings, use the convenient, browser-based utility.
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.
Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration After setting up the Bridge with the Setup Wizard (located on the CD-ROM), the Bridge will be ready for use. However, if you want to change its advanced settings, use the Bridge’s web-based utility. This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. You can access the utility via a web browser on a computer networked with the Bridge. The web-based utility has these main tabs: Wireless, Network Setup, Administration, and Status.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 network. If your network router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup and uses WPA or WPA2 security, then you can use Wi‑Fi Protected Setup to automatically connect the Bridge. Configuration View To manually configure your wireless network, select Manual. Refer to Basic Wireless Settings, page 4. To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, select Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Refer to Wi-Fi Protected Setup, page 5.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 WPA Personal WEP WPA is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption. WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA or WPA2. Security Mode > WPA Personal Encryption WPA supports the TKIP encryption method, with dynamic encryption keys. Passphrase Enter the key shared by the Bridge and your wireless router or access point. It must have 8-63 characters. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Congratulations Method #1 Use this method if your router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button. 1. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the router. 2. Within two minutes, click the Wi‑Fi Protected Setup button on the Bridge’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. Wireless > Wireless Network Site Survey Wireless Network Site Survey Number of Wireless Networks The number of wireless networks detected by the Bridge is displayed. 3.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Encryption WPA supports the TKIP encryption method, with dynamic encryption keys. Passphrase Enter the key shared by the Bridge and wireless router or access point. It must have 8-63 characters. Click Refresh to update the on-screen information. After you have entered the security settings, click Connect. WPA2 Security Mode WEP is automatically displayed. Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption, 40/64 bits (10 hex digits) or 104/128 bits (26 hex digits).
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Background Use Aggregation This option defines whether or not the Media Access Control (MAC) layer will set up an Add Block Acknowledgement (ADDBA) session. The default is No. Select Yes to enable this option. Accept Aggregation This option defines whether or not the MAC layer will accept an ADDBA request. The default is Yes. Select No to disable this option. Max.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Voice Use Aggregation This option defines whether or not the Media Access Control (MAC) layer will set up an Add Block Acknowledgement (ADDBA) session. The default is Yes. Select No to disable this option. Accept Aggregation This option defines whether or not the MAC layer will accept an ADDBA request. The default is Yes. Select No to disable this option. Max. Number of Packets in Aggregation This option defines the maximum number of packets (sub-frames) in the aggregate.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 the default, 802.1D, or select 802.1Q, which is used by some IPTV streams. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Administration > Management Use this screen to manage specific Bridge functions: access to the web‑based utility, backup of the configuration file, and reboot. System Reboot Reboot To reboot or restart the Bridge, click Start to Reboot.
Advanced Configuration Chapter 3 Status > Bridge The Bridge’s current status information is displayed. Network Name (SSID) The wireless network name or SSID is displayed. BSSID The wireless MAC address of the connected wireless router (or access point) is displayed. Radio Band The radio band of your wireless network is displayed. Channel Width The channel width, in MHz, used by your wireless network is displayed.
Appendix A Appendix A: Troubleshooting Your computer or other wired, Ethernet device cannot communicate with the wireless router. 1. Access the web-based utility of the Bridge (refer to Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration, page 3). 2. On the Basic Wireless Settings screen, make sure the Network Name (SSID) matches the name of your wireless network. 3. Make sure the security settings (WPA, WPA2, or WEP) match the security settings of your wireless network. The Bridge’s IP address needs to be changed.
Specifications Appendix B Appendix B: Specifications Weight 5.61 oz (159 g) Certification FCC, UL/cUL, ICES-003, RSS210, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/draft n), WPA2™, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Model WET610N Power 12V, 1A Standards IEEE 802.3u, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, draft 802.11n Operating Temp. 32 to 104ºF (0 to 40ºC) Storage Temp.
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 Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’ entire liability under this limited warranty will be for Linksys, at its option, to (a) re
Appendix C Warranty Information DATED PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO PROCESS WARRANTY CLAIMS. If you are requested to return your product, you will be given a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. You are responsible for properly packaging and shipping your product to Linksys at your cost and risk. You must include the RMA number and a copy of your dated proof of original purchase when returning your product.
Regulatory Information Appendix D Appendix D: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Regulatory Information Appendix D regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. 3. The maximum antenna gain (please see the table below) permitted (for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz) to comply with the E.I.R.P. limit: No. Antenna Type For 2.4 GHz Gain (dBi) For 5 GHz Gain (dBi) Antenna Connector 1 PIFA 1.58 1.45 N/A 2 Printed 1.58 1.45 N/A 3 PIFA 1.58 1.
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