Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Use this Guide to install: WUSB54G User Guide
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Chapter 1: Introduction The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions 26 26 27 Appendix B: Glossary 30 Appendix C: Specifications Environmental 38 39 Appendix D: Warranty Information 40 Appendix E: Contact Information 41 Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter.
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology 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 in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name for wireless devices.
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 2000 The USB Port The Network Adapter is connected to your PC through its USB port. All power is provided through the USB connection, making a power adapter unnecessary. The Adapter’s LEDs The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure. The Setup Wizard will install the WLAN Monitor and driver, as well as configure the Adapter.
2. Read the License Agreement and click the Next button to continue the installation. If you click the Cancel button, you will end the installation. Figure 4-2 3. The following screen, shown in Figure 4-3, will ask for some information about your wireless network. In the SSID field, enter your network’s SSID (Service Set Identifier). The SSID is your network name and must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase). Next, choose a wireless mode.
Chapter 5: Hardware Installation 6. At this point, you may see a warning screen, such as that shown in Figure 4-6 , asking if you’d like to cease installation. You can click the Yes button to continue; the Adapter will function properly. Important for Windows 2000 users: You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before installing the hardware. Important for Windows XP users: You must install the Adapter’s hardware before installing the software. Connecting the Adapter Figure 4-6 1.
