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Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this User Guide?
Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster
Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of 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 Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster.
What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with
SpeedBooster.
• 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 Media Storage Link Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Router.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Router.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.