Linksys WRT54GX4 Network Router User Manual


 
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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
PCs on a wired network create a Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is why the
network is called “wired”.
PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. The Router bridges
wireless networks of both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate
with each other.
With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files and Internet
access—and even play games. All the while, the Router protects your networks from unauthorized and
unwelcome users.
You should always use the Setup CD-ROM when you first install the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup
Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Router, set it up, and
configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400.
What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400.
Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
This chapter describes the Router’s physical features.
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX400
This chapter explains how to use the Router’s Web-Based Utility.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router.