Linksys WUSB54GV2 Manuale Utente
Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network?
This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a
network. Consult the application’s user guide to determine if it supports operation
over a network.
This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a
network. Consult the application’s user guide to determine if it supports operation
over a network.
Can I play computer games with other members of the wireless network?
Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN (local area net-
work). Refer to the game’s user guide for more information.
Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN (local area net-
work). Refer to the game’s user guide for more information.
What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?
It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows
wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, pro-
vided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard. The 802.11b standard
states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of
2.4GHz.
It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows
wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, pro-
vided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard. The 802.11b standard
states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of
2.4GHz.
What IEEE 802.11b features are supported?
The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b functions:
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The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b functions:
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CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol
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Multi-Channel Roaming
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Automatic Rate Selection
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RTS/CTS feature
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Fragmentation
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Power Management
What is ad-hoc mode?
When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers
are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless net-
work will not communicate with any wired network.
When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers
are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless net-
work will not communicate with any wired network.
What is infrastructure mode?
When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is
configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.
When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is
configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.
What is roaming?
Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously
while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single
access point. Before using the roaming function, the workstation must make sure
that it is the same channel number with the access point of dedicated coverage
area.
Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously
while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single
access point. Before using the roaming function, the workstation must make sure
that it is the same channel number with the access point of dedicated coverage
area.
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installa-
tion and operation of the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. Read the descrip-
tions below to solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the
Linksys website at www.linksys.com.
tion and operation of the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. Read the descrip-
tions below to solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the
Linksys website at www.linksys.com.
1. My computer does not recognize the USB Network Adapter.
• Make sure that the USB Network Adapter is properly inserted into the USB
• Make sure that the USB Network Adapter is properly inserted into the USB
port.
• Also, make sure that the USB Controller is enabled in the BIOS. Check with
your motherboard User Guide for more information.
2. The USB Network Adapter does not work properly.
• Reinsert the USB Network Adapter into the notebook or desktop’s USB port.
• Right-click on My Computer, and select Properties. Select the Adapter,
• Reinsert the USB Network Adapter into the notebook or desktop’s USB port.
• Right-click on My Computer, and select Properties. Select the Adapter,
then chose the Device Manager tab, and click on the Network Adapter. You
will find the USB Network Adapter if it is installed successfully. If you see
a yellow exclamation mark, the resources may be conflicting and you must
follow the steps below:
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will find the USB Network Adapter if it is installed successfully. If you see
a yellow exclamation mark, the resources may be conflicting and you must
follow the steps below:
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Uninstall the driver software from your PC.
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Restart your PC and repeat the hardware and software installation as
specified in this User Guide.
specified in this User Guide.
3. I cannot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the
Infrastructure configuration.
• Make sure that the notebook or desktop is powered on.
• Make sure that your USB Network Adapter is configured on the same chan-
• Make sure that your USB Network Adapter is configured on the same chan-
nel, SSID, and WEP as the other computers in the Infrastructure configura-
tion.
tion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Problems and Solutions