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Linksys WAG54G-XW Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
®
Model No.
ADSL Gateway
Wireless-
G
WAG54G
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11g
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Copyright and Trademarks
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco
Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
How to Use this Guide
Your Guide to the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway has been designed to make understanding networking with the
Gateway easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the "List of Figures" section in the “Table of Contents”.
WAG54G-UG-310
10
NC BW
This exclamation point means there is a Caution or
Warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Gateway.
word:
definition.
This checkmark means there is a Note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Gateway.
This question mark provides you with a reminder about
something you might need to do while using the Gateway.
Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1
Welcome
1
What’s in this Guide?
2
Chapter 2: Planning your Network
4
The Gateway’s Functions
4
IP Addresses
4
Why do I need a VPN?
5
What is a VPN?
6
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway
8
The Back Panel
8
The Front Panel
9
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Gateway
10
Overview
10
Wired Connection to a Computer
11
Wireless Connection to a Computer
11
Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway
13
Overview
13
How to Access the Web-based Utility
15
The Setup Tab
15
The Wireless Tab
23
The Security Tab
26
The Access Restrictions Tab
31
The Applications and Gaming Tab
33
The Administration Tab
36
The Status Tab
41
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
45
Common Problems and Solutions
45
Frequently Asked Questions
53
Appendix B: Wireless Security
59
Appendix C: Configuring IPSec between a
Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Gateway
62
Introduction
62
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Environment
62
How to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel
63
Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter
73
Windows 98 or Me Instructions
73
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
74
Appendix E: Upgrading Firmware
75
Appendix F: Glossary
76
Appendix G: Specifications
82
Appendix H: Regulatory Information
84
Appendix I: Warranty Information
87
Appendix J: Contact Information
88
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Network
4
Figure 2-2: VPN Gateway-to-VPN Gateway
7
Figure 2-3: Computer-to-VPN Gateway
8
Figure 3-1: Back Panel
9
Figure 3-2: Front Panel
10
Figure 4-1: LAN Connection
12
Figure 4-2: ADSL Connection
12
Figure 4-3: Power Connection
12
Figure 5-1: Password Screen
16
Figure 5-2: Basic Setup Tab
16
Figure 5-3: Dynamic IP
17
Figure 5-4: Static IP
17
Figure 5-5: RFC 1483 Routed
18
Figure 5-6: RFC 2516 PPPoE
18
Figure 5-7: RFC 2364 PPoA
19
Figure 5-8: Bridged Mode Only
19
Figure 5-9: Optional Settings
20
Figure 5-10: DynDNS.org
21
Figure 5-11: Advanced Routing
22
Figure 5-12: Routing Table
23
Figure 5-13: 64-Bit WEP Encryption
24
Figure 5-14: 128-Bit WEP Encryption
24
Figure 5-15: Wireless Network Access
25
Figure 5-16: Networked Computers
25
Figure 5-17: Advanced Wireless Settings
26
Figure 5-18: Firewall
27
Figure 5-19: VPN
28
Figure 5-20: Manual Key Management
29
Figure 5-21: Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup
30
Figure 5-22: Access Restriction
32

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