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Linksys WRH54G Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

Given below is full router user manual of Linksys WRH54G router model. You can also download this manual in PDF Format to read later on your computer.

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Model No.
Home Router
Wireless-
G
WRH54G
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11g
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Wireless-G Home Router
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 © 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All
rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
How to Use This User Guide
This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Home Router 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”.
This exclamation point means there is a caution or
warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Wireless-G Home Router.
This checkmark means there is a note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to
while using the Wireless-G Home Router.
This question mark provides you with a reminder
about something you might need to do while using
the Wireless-G Home Router.
word:
definition.
Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description
WRH54G_V10_UG_71126NC AI
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known
to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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Wireless-G Home Router
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1
Welcome
1
What’s in this User Guide?
2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
4
Network Topology
4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode
4
Network Layout
4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Home Router
6
The Back Panel
6
The Front Panel
7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Home Router
8
Overview
8
Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem
8
Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router
10
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Home Router
12
Overview
12
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
13
The Setup Tab - DDNS
18
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
19
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing
20
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
21
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
22
The Wireless Tab - MAC Filtering
25
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
26
The Security Tab - Firewall
28
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough
29
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access
30
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward
34
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering
35
The Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP
36
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
37
The Administration Tab - Management
38
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Wireless-G Home Router
The Administration Tab - Log
38
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics
39
40
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
41
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
41
The Administration Tab - Config Management
41
The Status Tab - Router
42
The Status Tab - Local Network
43
The Status Tab - Traffic Statistics
44
The Status Tab - Wireless
45
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
46
Common Problems and Solutions
46
Frequently Asked Questions
54
Appendix B: Wireless Security
61
Security Precautions
61
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks
61
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
64
Appendix D: Windows Help
65
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter
66
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions
66
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
66
For the Router’s Web-based Utility
67
Appendix F: Glossary
68
Appendix G: Specifications
73
Appendix H: Warranty Information
75
Appendix I: Regulatory Information
76
Appendix J: Contact Information
82
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Wireless-G Home Router
List of Figures
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel
6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel
7
Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection
8
Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices
9
Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power
9
Figure 4-4: Diagram for Connection to Another Router
10
Figure 4-5: Connecting Another Router
10
Figure 4-6: Connecting Your Network Devices
11
Figure 4-7: Connecting the Power
11
Figure 5-1: Welcome Screen
12
Figure 5-2: Password Screen
12
Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Basic Setup
13
Figure 5-4: DHCP Connection Type
13
Figure 5-5: Static IP Connection Type
13
Figure 5-6: PPPoE Connection Type
14
Figure 5-7: Optional Settings
15
Figure 5-8: Router IP
16
Figure 5-9: Server Settings
16
Figure 5-10: Binding Setting
16
Figure 5-11: Time Setting
17
Figure 5-12: Setup Tab - DDNS - DynDNS.org
18
Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS - TZO.com
19
Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
19
Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router)
20
Figure 5-16: Routing Table
20
Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing WAN Port Configure
21
Figure 5-18: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
21
Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal)
22
Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise)
22
Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal)
23
Figure 5-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise)
23

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