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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Wireless-G 802.11g ADSL Gateway User Guide WIRELESS WAG54G Model No.
  • Page 2 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Network The Gateway’s Functions IP Addresses What is a VPN? Why do I need a VPN? Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel LEDs and Power Button on Side Panel The Bottom Panel...
  • Page 4 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 68 Windows 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Regulatory Information Appendix H: Warranty Information Appendix I: Contact Information...
  • Page 5 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway List of Figures Figure 2-1: Network Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Figure 3-2: Power Button and LEDs on Side Panel Figure 3-3: Bottom Panel with Stand in Closed Position Figure 4-1: Connect the ADSL Line Figure 4-2: Connect a PC Figure 4-3: Connect the Power Figure 4-4: Connect the ADSL Line...
  • Page 6 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Figure 5-24: Advanced Wireless Settings Figure 5-25: Firewall Figure 5-26: Firewall Log Figure 5-27: VPN Figure 5-28: VPN Settings Summary Figure 5-29: Advanced IPSec Settings Figure 5-30: VPN Log Figure 5-31: Internet Access Figure 5-32: Internet Policy Summary Figure 5-33: List of PCs Figure 5-34: Add/Edit Service Figure 5-35: Single Port Forwarding...
  • Page 7 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Figure C-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address Figure D-1: Firmware Upgrade...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway. This Gateway will provide your computers with a high- speed Internet connection as well as resources, including files and printers. Since the Gateway is wireless, Internet access can be shared over the wired network as well as the wireless broadcast at up to 11Mbps for Wireless-B or up to 54Mbps for Wireless-G.

  • Page 9: What's In This User Guide

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway What’s in this User Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes applications of the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway and this User Guide. •...
  • Page 10 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Gateway. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this User Guide?

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Planning Your Network

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 2: Planning Your Network The Gateway’s Functions A Gateway is a network device that connects two networks together. In this instance, the Gateway connects your Local Area Network (LAN), or the group of computers in your home or office, to the Internet.

  • Page 12: What Is A Vpn

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Since you use the Gateway to share your DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to find out if they have assigned a static IP address to your account. If so, you will need that static IP address when configuring the Gateway.

  • Page 13: Why Do I Need A Vpn

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway telecommuters, and/or professionals on the road (travelers can connect to a VPN Gateway using any computer with VPN client software that supports IPSec, such as SSH Sentinel.) There are two basic ways to create a VPN connection: •...
  • Page 14 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway e-mails are sent to their destination, or when you have to connect to your company's network when you are out on the road? How is your data protected? That is when a VPN can help. VPNs secure data moving outside of your network as if it were still within that network.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3: Getting To Know The Wireless-G Adsl Gateway

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel The Gateway’s ports and Reset button are located on a side panel. Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Line The Line port connects to the ADSL line.

  • Page 16: Leds And Power Button On Side Panel

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway LEDs and Power Button on Side Panel The Gateway's LEDs, which indicate network activity, are located on the other side panel. The Gateway’s power button is also located on this panel. Figure 3-2: Power Button and LEDs on Side Panel Press the power button to turn the Gateway on or off when power is available from the power adapter.

  • Page 17: The Bottom Panel

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Bottom Panel The Gateway has a built-in stand available. If you place the Gateway flat on a surface, then you can leave the stand in the closed position. However, if you want the Gateway to be upright, swivel the stand clockwise 90º and position the Gateway accordingly.

  • Page 18: Chapter 4: Connecting The Wireless-G Adsl Gateway

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Overview The installation technician from your ISP should have left the setup information for the modem with you after installing your broadband connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request that data. After you have the setup information you need for your specific type of Internet connection, you can begin installation and setup of the Gateway.

  • Page 19: Wired Connection To A Computer

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Wired Connection to a Computer 1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers. 2. Connect a phone cable from the Line port on the Gateway’s side panel to the wall jack of the ADSL line. A small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone and wall jack to prevent interference.

  • Page 20: Wireless Connection To A Computer

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Wireless Connection to a Computer If you want to use a wireless connection to access the Gateway, follow these instructions: 1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers. 2.

  • Page 21: Chapter 5: Configuring The Wireless-G Adsl Gateway

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Overview Follow the steps in this chapter and use the Gateway’s Web-based utility to configure the Gateway. This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your Web browser through use of a computer connected to the Gateway.
  • Page 22 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Access Restriction • Internet Access. This screen allows you to control the Internet usage and traffic on your local network. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding. Use this screen to set up common services or applications that require forwarding on a single port.

  • Page 23: How To Access The Web-Based Utility

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Wireless. This screen provides status information about the wireless network. • DSL Connection. This screen provides status information about the DSL connection. How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the web-based utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Gateway’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field.

  • Page 24: Figure 5-3: Rfc 1483 Bridged - Dynamic Ip

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Pcr Rate: For the Peak Cell Rate, divide the DSL line rate by 424 to get the maximum rate the sender can send cells. Enter the rate in the field (if required by your service provider). •...

  • Page 25: Figure 5-5: Rfc 1483 Routed

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 1483 Routed If you are required to use RFC 1483 Routed, then select RFC 1483 Routed. • Internet IP Address. This is the Gateway’s IP address, when seen from the WAN, or the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.

  • Page 26: Figure 5-6: Ipoa

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway IPoA If you are required to use Internet Protocol over Asynchronous Transfer Mode, select IPoA. The related settings are the same as for RFC 1483 Routed (see above). RFC 2516 PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. Check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE.

  • Page 27: Figure 5-8: Rfc 2364 Pppoa

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RFC 2364 PPPoA Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM) to establish Internet connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoA. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoA.

  • Page 28: Figure 5-10: Optional Settings

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Optional Settings (required by some ISPs) • Host Name and Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Gateway. Some ISPs require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name.
  • Page 29 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a computer will be allowed connection to the Gateway with its current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the computer will be “leased”...

  • Page 30: Figure 5-12: Dyndns.org

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The DDNS Tab The Gateway offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Gateway.

  • Page 31: Figure 5-14: Advanced Routing

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Advanced Routing Tab The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure NAT (Network Address Translation), dynamic routing, static routing, and PVC routing settings. Advanced Routing • Operating Mode. In this section, you can disable or enable the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature. •...

  • Page 32: Figure 5-15: Routing Table

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Gateway. Enter the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Gateway and the remote network or host. • Hop Count. Hop Count is the number of hops to each node until the destination is reached (16 hops maximum).

  • Page 33: The Wireless Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Wireless Tab The Basic Wireless Settings Tab This screen allows you to choose your wireless network mode and wireless security. Wireless Network • Wireless Network Mode. If you have both 802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, then keep the default setting, Mixed.

  • Page 34: Figure 5-18: Wpa Pre-Shared Key

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway WPA Pre-Shared Key WPA Pre-Shared Key is also known as WPA PSK or WPA Personal. Enter a WPA Pre-Shared Key of 8-32 characters. Then enter a Group Key Renewal period, which instructs the Gateway how often it should generate new encryption keys.

  • Page 35: Figure 5-21: Wireless Network Access

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway You can also input the key or keys manually, by typing in the key input boxes. 64-bit keys must be made up of exactly 10 hex digits, while a 128-bit key must be made up of exactly 26 hex digits. When finished making your changes on this tab, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes.

  • Page 36: Figure 5-24: Advanced Wireless Settings

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Wireless On this screen you can access the advanced wireless features, including Authentication Type, Control TX Rate, Beacon Interval, DTIM Interval, Fragmentation Threshold, and RTS Threshold. • Authentication Type. The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used.

  • Page 37: The Security Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Security Tab The Security tab gives you access to firewall and VPN (virtual private network) settings. The Firewall Tab This panel shows firewall and filter settings. Use these features to enhance the security of your network. Firewall You can enable or disable the firewall, select filters to block specific Internet data types, and block anonymous Internet requests.

  • Page 38: Figure 5-27: Vpn

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Page button to go to the previous page of information. Click the Next Page button to move to the next page of information. When finished making your changes on this tab, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes.

  • Page 39: Figure 5-28: Vpn Settings Summary

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • Delete: Click this button to delete the selected tunnel. • Summary: Click this button to see a summary of your IPSec settings and the tunnels’ status. • IPSec VPN Tunnel: Click Enabled to enable the selected tunnel, or Disabled to disable it. •...

  • Page 40: Figure 5-29: Advanced Ipsec Settings

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • To use manual key management, select Manual, enter authentication and encryption keys (these must be identical to those entered at the remote end), and enter inbound and outbound SPIs (security parameter indexes). The SPIs must be exactly complementary to those entered at the remote end. When you select automatic key management, an Advanced Settings button appears.

  • Page 41: The Access Restriction Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Access Restriction Tab The Internet Access Tab The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage. You can set up Internet access policies for specific computers and block websites by URL address or keyword. Internet Access Policy.

  • Page 42: Figure 5-33: List Of Pcs

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 4. Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen will appear. You can select a PC by MAC Address or IP Address, and you can enter a range of IP Addresses to select a group of PCs.

  • Page 43: The Applications & Gaming Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Applications & Gaming Tab The Single Port Forwarding Tab Single Port Forwarding Use the Single Port Forwarding screen when you want to open a specific port so users on the Internet can see the servers behind the Gateway (such servers may include FTP or e-mail servers). When users send this type of request to your network via the Internet, the Gateway will forward those requests to the appropriate computer.

  • Page 44: Figure 5-36: Port Range Forwarding

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Port Range Forwarding Tab The Port Range Forwarding screen sets up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e- mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming.

  • Page 45: Figure 5-38: Dmz

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The DMZ Tab The DMZ screen allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming and videoconferencing through DMZ Hosting. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports for one computer at the same time, which differs from Port Range Forwarding, which can only forward a maximum of 10 ranges of ports.

  • Page 46: Figure 5-40: Edit List Of Qos Settings

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Edit list of QoS Settings In addition to PVC-based QoS, you can assign different levels of priority to different packets based on information in the packets. To do this, click the Edit list of QoS Settings button. A window titled QoS Function will appear. This window lets you set the priority for packets selected by any of the following criteria, alone or in combination: •...

  • Page 47: The Administration Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Administration Tab The Management Tab The Management screen allows you to change the Gateway’s access settings as well as configure the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), IGMP (Internet Group Multicast Protocol)-Proxy, and WLAN management features. Gateway Access Local Gateway Access.
  • Page 48 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway fields provided. To specify a range of IP addresses, select IP range and enter the range of IP addresses in the fields provided. • Use https. Clear this check box if you do not want to use HTTPS encryption on remote management links. Remote Upgrade.
  • Page 49 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • UPnP. To enable UPnP, click Enable. Otherwise, click Disable. • Please select a PVC connection to bind. Select the number of the PVC over which the applications requiring UPnP will run. IGMP-Proxy If your multimedia application or device is not working properly behind the Gateway, then you can enable IGMP- Proxy to allow multicast traffic through the Gateway.

  • Page 50: Figure 5-43: Reporting

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Reporting Tab The Reporting screen provides you with a log of all incoming and outgoing URLs or IP addresses for your Internet connection. It also provides logs for VPN and firewall events. Reporting • Log. To enable log reporting, click Enable. •...

  • Page 51: Figure 5-45: Ping Test

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Diagnostics Tab Ping Test Ping Test Parameters • Ping Target IP. Enter the IP address that you want to ping. This can be either a local (LAN) IP or an Internet (WAN) IP address. • Ping Size. Enter the size of the packet. •...

  • Page 52: Figure 5-47: Factory Defaults

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Factory Defaults Tab Restore Factory Defaults. If you wish to restore the Gateway to its factory default settings and lose all your settings, click Yes. To begin the restore process, click the Save Settings button to save these changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes.

  • Page 53: The Status Tab

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Status Tab The Gateway Tab This screen displays information about the Gateway and its Internet connection. Gateway Information This section displays the Gateway’s Firmware Version, MAC Address, and (if an NTP server has been contacted) Current Time. Internet Connection This section shows the following information: the Connection, Login Type, Interface, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, DNS 1, 2, and 3 server IP addresses, and WINS address.

  • Page 54: Figure 5-51: Local Network

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Local Network Tab The Local Network information that is displayed is the local Mac Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, Start IP Address, and End IP Address. To view the DHCP Clients Table, click the DHCP Client Table button. To view the ARP/RARP Table, click the ARP/RARP Table button.

  • Page 55: Figure 5-54: Wireless

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The Wireless Tab The Wireless network information that is displayed is the Wireless Firmware Version, MAC Address, Mode, SSID, DHCP Server, Channel, and Encryption Function. Click the Wireless Clients Connected button to view a list of the wireless clients connected to the Gateway, along with their computer names, IP addresses, and MAC addresses.

  • Page 56: Figure 5-56: Dsl Connection

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The DSL Connection Tab This screen shows information about the DSL connection and the PVC connection. DSL Status This section shows the following: DSL Status, DSL Modulation Mode, DSL Path Mode, Downstream Rate, Upstream Rate, Downstream Margin, Upstream Margin, Downstream Line Attenuation, Upstream Line Attenuation, Downstream Transmit Power, and Upstream Transmit Power.

  • Page 57: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Gateway. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys international website at www.linksys.com/international.
  • Page 58 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 7. Toward the bottom of the window, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the Preferred DNS server and Alternative DNS server (provided by your ISP). Contact your ISP or go on its website to find the information. 8.
  • Page 59 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway For Windows 98 and Me: • Click Start and Run. In the Open field, type in command. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. For Windows NT, 2000, and XP: • Click Start and Run. In the Open field, type cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. In the command prompt, type ping 192.168.1.1 and press the Enter key.
  • Page 60 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 3. Refer to “Problem #10: I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up pop- up window.” 5. I can’t get my Virtual Private Network (VPN) working through the Gateway. Access the Gateway’s web interface by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway, and go to the Security tab.
  • Page 61 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway field provided. Check “Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter” for details on getting an IP address. 6. Check the Enable option for the port services you want to use. Consider the example below: Customized Application External Port Web server...
  • Page 62 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work. If you are having difficulties getting any Internet game, server, or application to function properly, consider exposing one computer to the Internet using DeMilitarized Zone (DMZ) hosting. This option is available when an application requires too many ports or when you are not sure which port services to use.
  • Page 63 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • For Netscape 4.7 or higher: 1. Start Netscape Navigator, and click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxies. 2. Make sure you have Direct connection to the Internet selected on this screen. 3. Close all the windows to finish. 11.
  • Page 64 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 1. To connect to the Gateway, go to the web browser, and enter http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway. 2. Enter the username and password, if asked. (The default username and password is admin.) 3. On the Setup screen, select the option Keep Alive, and set the Redial Period option at 20 (seconds). 4.

  • Page 65: Frequently Asked Questions

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway • If the Gateway is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/cable modem, etc.) to see if it is working correctly. You can remove the Gateway to verify a direct connection. • Manually configure the TCP/IP settings with a DNS address provided by your ISP. •...
  • Page 66 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Network Address Translation (NAT) translates multiple IP addresses on the private LAN to one public address that is sent out to the Internet. This adds a level of security since the address of a computer connected to the private LAN is never transmitted on the Internet.
  • Page 67 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway The web page hangs; downloads are corrupt, or nothing but junk characters are being displayed on the screen. What do I need to do? Force your Ethernet adapter to 10Mbps or half duplex mode, and turn off the “Auto-negotiate” feature of your Ethernet adapter as a temporary measure.
  • Page 68 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible? Any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Gateway. How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? Theoretically, the Gateway can establish 520 sessions at the same time, but you can only forward 10 ranges of ports.
  • Page 69 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway What IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported? The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g functions: • CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol • Multi-Channel Roaming • Automatic Rate Selection • RTS/CTS feature • Fragmentation • Power Management It also supports OFDM technology for 802.11g networking.
  • Page 70 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway What is the ISM band? The FCC and their counterparts outside of the U.S. have set aside bandwidth for unlicensed use in the ISM (Industrial, Scientific and Medical) band. Spectrum in the vicinity of 2.4 GHz, in particular, is being made available worldwide.
  • Page 71 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway How do I reset the Gateway? Press the Reset button on the back panel for about ten seconds. This will reset the Gateway to its default settings. How do I resolve issues with signal loss? There is no way to know the exact range of your wireless network without testing. Every obstacle placed between the Gateway and a wireless computer will create signal loss.

  • Page 72: Appendix B: Wireless Security

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation.
  • Page 73 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID: 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network.
  • Page 74 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Gateway or other device how often it should change the encryption keys.

  • Page 75: Appendix C: Finding The Mac Address And Ip Address For Your Ethernet Adapter

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering feature of the Gateway. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter. This IP address is used for the Gateway’s filtering, forwarding, and/or DMZ features.

  • Page 76: Windows 2000 Or Xp Instructions

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. Note: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address. 2. At the command prompt, enter ipconfig /all. Then press the Enter key. 3.

  • Page 77: Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware: 1. Download the Gateway’s firmware upgrade file from www.linksys.com. 2. Extract the file on your computer. 3. Open the Gateway’s Web-based Utility and click the Administration tab. 4. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. 5.

  • Page 78: Appendix E: Glossary

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix E: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
  • Page 79 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be "seen" from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.
  • Page 80 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. 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. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
  • Page 81 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
  • Page 82 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network.

  • Page 83: Appendix F: Specifications

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix F: Specifications Model Number WAG54G Standards IEEE 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.3u, 802.1p, 802.1Q; ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt), G.992.2 (G.lite), G.992.3, G.992.5; ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 Ports Antenna, Power, ADSL, Ethernet (1-4) Buttons One power button and one reset button...
  • Page 84 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Unit Weight 0.3 kg (0.6 lb.) Power 12VDC 1A Certifications Operating Temp. 0º~40ºC (32º~104ºF) Storage Temp. -20º~70ºC (-4º~158ºF) Operating Humidity 10~85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5~90% Non-Condensing Appendix F: Specifications...

  • Page 85: Appendix G: Regulatory Information

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix G: 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.
  • Page 86 Dual-Band Wireless Access Point FCC Part 68 Statement This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. A label is attached to the equipment that contains, among other information, its FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
  • Page 87 Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Déclaration d’Industrie Candada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes NMB003 et RSS210 d'Industrie Canada. Industry Canada Statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2dBi.
  • Page 88 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Compliance Information for 2.4-GHz Wireless Products Relevant to the EU and Other Countries Following the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 89 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway NOTE: For all products, the Declaration of Conformity is available through one or more of these options: • A pdf file is included on the product's CD. • A print copy is included with the product. • A pdf file is available on the product's webpage. Visit www.linksys.com/international and select your country or region.
  • Page 90 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Belgium The Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications (BIPT) must be notified of any outdoor wireless link having a range exceeding 300 meters. Please check http://www.bipt.be for more details. Draadloze verbindingen voor buitengebruik en met een reikwijdte van meer dan 300 meter dienen aangemeld te worden bij het Belgisch Instituut voor postdiensten en telecommunicatie (BIPT).
  • Page 91 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Product Usage Restrictions This product is designed for indoor usage only. Outdoor usage is not recommended. This product is designed for use with the standard, integral or dedicated (external) antenna(s) that is/are shipped together with the equipment. However, some applications may require the antenna(s), if removable, to be separated from the product and installed remotely from the device by using extension cables.
  • Page 92 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Windows 2000 1. Open the Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 3. Select your current wireless connection, and select Properties. 4. From the Properties screen, click the Configure button. 5. Click the Advanced tab, and select Power Output. 6.
  • Page 93 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 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. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 94 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 95 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 96 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix G: Regulatory Information...
  • Page 97 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway For more information, visit www.linksys.com. Appendix G: Regulatory Information...

  • Page 98: Appendix H: Warranty Information

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway Appendix H: Warranty Information Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' 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.

  • Page 99: Appendix I: Contact Information

    Wireless-G ADSL Gateway 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/international If you experience problems with any Linksys product, you can e-mail us at: In Europe E-mail Address Austria...
  • Page 100 Wireless-G ADSL Gateway In Europe E-mail Address Switzerland support.ch@linksys.com United Kingdom support.uk@linksys.com Outside of Europe E-mail Address Asia Pacific asiasupport@linksys.com (English only) Latin America support.portuguese@linksys.com or support.spanish@linksys.com Middle East & Africa support.mea@linksys.com (English only) South Africa support.ze@linksys.com (English only) support.ae@linksys.com (English only) U.S.

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