Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router
Chapter 1:Introduction
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Cable/DSL Router
The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router is like four devices in one
box! The Router function lets you securely share one high-speed Internet con-
nection among your entire network, while the 4-port, 10/100 switch jump-starts
your wired Ethernet network. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to
more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need.
The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router also contains two wireless
access points, which let you connect with wirelessly networked PCs using
either the popular 2.4GHz, 802.11b standard at 11Mbps, or the new, almost five
times faster, 5GHz, 802.11a standard. Since both standards are built-in, you can
protect your investment in existing 802.11b equipment today, and migrate to
the 802.11a standard as your needs grow.
In addition to up to 152-bit encryption of wireless transmissions, the two access
points in the Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router support the industri-
al-strength wireless security of 802.1x authentication and authorization. The
Router also serves as a DHCP server, has NAT technology to protect against
Internet intruders, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter
internal users’ access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the web
browser-based configuration utility.
With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router at the center of
your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection,
files, printers, and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and security
you need!
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The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router
Instant Wireless
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting 66
Common Problems and Solutions 66
Frequently Asked Questions 77
Appendix B: How to Ping Your ISP’s E-mail &
Web Addresses 86
Appendix C: Configuring Wireless Security 89
Background 89
WEP Encryption 90
802.1x Authentication 91
MD5 Authentication for Windows XP 92
Digital Certificate Installation 97
TLS Authentication for Windows XP 101
Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IP
Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 105
Appendix E: Glossary 108
Appendix F: Specifications 126
Environmental 127
Appendix G: Warranty Information 128
Appendix H: Contact Information 129
