Linksys WAG54G2 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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USER GUIDE
Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway
Models:
WAG54G2,
WAG110, WAG160N
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About This Guide
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Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway
About This Guide
Icon Descriptions
While reading through the User Guide you may see
various icons that call attention to specific items. Below is
a description of these icons:
NOTE:
This check mark indicates that there is
a note of interest and is something that you
should pay special attention to while using the
product.
WARNING:
This exclamation point indicates
that there is a caution or warning and it is
something that could damage your property or
product.
WEB:
This globe icon indicates a noteworthy
website address or e-mail address.
Online Resources
Website addresses in this document are listed without
http://
in front of the address because most current web
browsers do not require it. If you use an older web browser,
you may have to add
http://
in front of the web address.
Resource
Website
Linksys
www.linksys.com
Linksys International
www.linksys.com/international
Glossary
www.linksys.com/glossary
Network Security
www.linksys.com/security
Copyright and Trademarks
Linksys is a registered trademark
or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and
certain other countries. Copyright
© 2008 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights
reserved. Other brands and product
names are trademarks or registered
trademarks
of
their
respective
holders.
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Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Product Overview
1
Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Placement Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist
3
General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Additional Security Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 3: Installation
4
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 4: Advanced Configuration
5
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
6
Appendix B: Specifications
7
Appendix C: Warranty Information
9
Limited Warranty – Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Limited Warranty – India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Phillipines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam 10
Limited Warranty – Australia and New Zealand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Appendix D: Regulatory Information
14
United States of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Wireless Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
New Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Appendix E: Software License Agreement
24
Software in Linksys Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Software Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Chapter 1
Product Overview
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Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway
Chapter 1:
Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless ADSL2+
Gateway. The Gateway lets you access the Internet via a
wireless connection or through one of its four switched
ports. You can also use the Gateway to share resources
such as computers, printers and files. A variety of security
features help to protect your data and your privacy while
online. Security features include WPA2 security, a Stateful
Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and NAT technology.
Configuring the Gateway is easy using the provided
browser-based utility.
Front Panel
WAG54G2, WAG110, WAG160N
Power
(Green) The Power LED lights up and
stays on while the Gateway is powered on.
Ethernet 1-4
(Green) These numbered LEDs,
corresponding with the numbered ports on
the Gateway’s back panel, serve two purposes.
If the LED is continuously lit, the Gateway is
successfully connected to a device through that
port. It flashes to indicate network activity over
that port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button (WAG54G2,
WAG110, WAG160N Only)
Press this button
to allow Wi-Fi Protected Setup to search for
your Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported wireless
device.
NOTE:
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a
feature that makes it easy to configure
your wireless network and its security
settings. For more information, refer to
“Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings“ in
the “Advanced Configuration” chapter.
Wireless
(Green) The Wireless LED lights up
when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the Gateway is actively sending or
receiving data over the network.
DSL
(Green) The DSL LED lights up whenever
there is a successful DSL connection. The LED
flashes while the Gateway is establishing the
ADSL connection.
Internet
(Green) The Internet LED lights up
and stays on when there is a connection made
through the Internet port. It flashes to indicate
network activity over the Internet port.
Back Panel
WAG54G2, WAG110, WAG160N
DSL
The DSL port connects to the ADSL line.
Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4
These Ethernet ports (1, 2,
3, 4) connect the Gateway to wired computers
and other Ethernet network devices.
Reset
There are two ways to reset the Gateway’s
factory defaults. Either press and hold the Reset
button for approximately five seconds, or restore
the defaults from the
Administration > Factory
Defaults
screen of the Gateway’s web-based
utility.
Power
The Power port is where you will
connect the power adapter.
Placement Positions
There are two ways to physically install the device. The
first way is to place the device horizontally on a surface.
The second way is to mount the device on a wall.
Horizontal Placement
The device has four rubber feet on its bottom panel. Place
the device on a level surface near an electrical outlet.
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Chapter 1
Product Overview
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Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway
Follow these instructions:
Determine where you want to mount the device. Make
1.
sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and
sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of
an electrical outlet.
Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are
2.
152 mm (6 inches) apart.
Insert
a
screw
into
each
hole
and
leave
3
mm
3.
(0.12 inches) of its head exposed.
Maneuver the device so the wall-mount slots line up
4.
with the two screws.
Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide
5.
the device down until the screws fit snugly into the
wall-mount slots.
Wall-Mounting Placement
(WAG54G2, WAG110, WAG160N Only)
The device has two wall-mount slots on its bottom
panel. The distance between the slots is 152 mm
(6 inches).
Two screws are needed to mount the device.
Suggested Mounting Hardware
2.5-3.0 mm
4-5 mm
1-1.5 mm
Note: Mounting hardware illustrations are not
true to scale.
NOTE:
Linksys is not responsible for damages
incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware.
152 mm
Wall Mounting Template

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