Linksys WAP11 Network Router User Manual


 
WEP. If you have not enabled WEP encryption, this will read Disabled.
When you are using WEP encryption, it will read Enabled and list the level
of encryption in use.
Reconnect. If the USB connection to the Access Point is disconnected, you
can reconnect the USB cable and click the Reconnect button. This will
retrieve the most recently saved configuration from the Access Point so you
will be ready to use the USB Configuration Utility again.
Restore Defaults. Click this button to restore the Access Point’s default set-
tings. If this button is clicked, any setting you may have made through the
USB Utility will be lost.
Click the Apply button to store the information. A new dialog box will appear.
Click the Ye s button to accept the changes.
If you have not already clicked the Apply button, the Close button will close
the USB Utility without saving any changes.
Click the Help button for assistance.
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The USB Configuration Utility
The USB Configuration Utility is provided to allow you further customization
of the Wireless Network Access Point and your wireless network through your
USB port.
THE STATUS TAB
The Status tab displays the Wireless Network Access Point’s current status.
From this tab, you can view the status information along with reconnecting to
the Wireless Network Access Point and restoring its default settings.
Working Status. This displays your current connection status, notifying
you of any problems with the connection.
Regulatory Domain. This status shows the regulatory domain preset by the
manufacturer for the country the product was purchased in.
Firmware Version. This displays the present version of the Access Point’s
firmware and is limited to a maximum of four characters.
MAC Address. This displays the MAC Address of your current WAP11.
Mode. This displays the mode your WAP11 is currently configured for:
Access Point, Access Point Client, or Wireless Bridge.
ESSID. The unique name shared among all points in your wireless network
is displayed here.
Channel. The wireless channel shared by all of the points in your wireless
network is displayed here.
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Wireless Network Access PointInstant Wireless
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Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point
with the USB Configuration Utility