Linksys WAP54A Manual De Usuario
Wireless Access Point
Chapter 1: Introduction
The Instant Wireless
TM
Wireless Access Point
Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant Wireless™
Wireless Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net-
work your way. Utilization of “state-of-the-art” wireless technology gives you
the ability to set up workstations in ways you never thought possible; no cables
to install means less expense and less hassle.
Wireless Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net-
work your way. Utilization of “state-of-the-art” wireless technology gives you
the ability to set up workstations in ways you never thought possible; no cables
to install means less expense and less hassle.
The Instant Wireless™ Wireless Access Point’s high-powered antenna offers a
range of operation of up to 328 feet indoors, providing seamless roaming
throughout your wireless LAN infrastructure; an advanced user authentication
feature ensures a high level of network security. The Instant Wireless™
Wireless Access Point is easy to install (just plug it in and you’re ready to go!)
and easy to use. With Internet browser-based diagnostics and statistic tools,
you’re always in control.
range of operation of up to 328 feet indoors, providing seamless roaming
throughout your wireless LAN infrastructure; an advanced user authentication
feature ensures a high level of network security. The Instant Wireless™
Wireless Access Point is easy to install (just plug it in and you’re ready to go!)
and easy to use. With Internet browser-based diagnostics and statistic tools,
you’re always in control.
When all these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and power-
efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking--the Linksys Instant
Wireless™ Wireless Access Point.
efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking--the Linksys Instant
Wireless™ Wireless Access Point.
Features
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Interoperable with other 802.11a wireless equipment
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Up to 72Mbps turbo mode (only when used with the Linksys WPC54A)
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Up to 64 wireless users (nodes)
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Operation in the uncrowded 5 GHz band
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Enhanced security using up to 152-bit WEP encryption
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MAC address filtering and WEP ensure DSSS security
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Quick and easy setup using your own web browser
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Easy-to-Use Web-Based management
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Free technical support— 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free U.S. calls
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1-Year limited warranty
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
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The Instant Wireless
TM
Wireless Access Point
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Features
1
Package Contents
2
System Requirements
2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
3
Network Topology
3
Roaming
3
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless Access Point
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The Wireless Access Point’s Ports
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The Wireless Access Point’s LEDs
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless Access Point
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless Access Point
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The Setup Tab
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The Status Tab
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The Filter Tab
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The Advanced Tab
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The Help Tab
14
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
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Frequently Asked Questions
16
Appendix B: Setting Up the TCP/IP Protocol
21
Setting Up TCP/IP in Windows
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TCP/IP Setup for Windows 98 and Millennium
22
TCP/IP Setup for Windows NT 4.0
22
TCP/IP Setup for Windows 2000
23
TCP/IP Setup for Windows XP
23
Appendix C: Glossary
24
Appendix D: Specifications
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Environmental
32
Appendix E: Warranty Information
33
Appendix F: Contact Information
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Instant Wireless
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