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Record Your Internet Connection Information
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3-3
First, Connect the WGT634U to the Internet
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3-4
Now, Set Up Basic Wireless Connectivity
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3-9
Basic Setup Troubleshooting Tips
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3-10
Understanding the Setup Wizard Options
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3-10
PPPoE Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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3-11
Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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3-12
Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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3-13
Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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3-14
How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection
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3-15
Chapter 4
Wireless Configuration
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
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4-1
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
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4-2
Understanding Wireless Settings
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4-3
Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption
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4-4
Authentication Scheme Selection
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4-4
Encryption Strength Choices
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4-5
Default Factory Settings
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4-6
Before You Change the SSID and Encryption Settings
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4-7
How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity
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4-8
Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
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4-9
How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address
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4-10
How to Configure WEP Encryption
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4-12
Chapter 5
Connecting a USB Drive to the Router
File Sharing Scenarios
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5-1
Sharing Photos with Friends and Family
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5-2
Storing Files in a Central Location for Playing or Printing
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5-3
Sharing Large Files with Colleagues
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5-4
Understanding the USB Configuration Settings
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5-4
Connecting a USB Drive to the WGT634U
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5-6
USB Drive Requirements
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5-7
Using the USB Drive Setup Wizard to Allow Remote Access from the Internet
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5-7
Using the USB Drive Menu to Grant FTP Access Rights
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5-9
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Granting Users Access to the USB Drive
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5-9
Unmounting a USB Drive
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5-10
Understanding the USB Drive Access Methods
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5-10
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Local Web Browser
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5-11
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer
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5-11
Locating the Internet Port IP Address
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5-11
Accessing the Router’s USB Drive Remotely Using FTP
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5-12
Connecting to the USB Drive From Your Home/Office Network
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5-12
Enabling File and Printer Sharing
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5-13
Configuring Windows 98SE and Windows ME
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5-13
Accessing the USB Drive from the Windows Start Menu
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5-13
Accessing the USB Drive from Windows Explorer
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5-13
Accessing the USB Drive from My Network Places
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5-14
Chapter 6
Content Filtering
Blocking Access to Internet Sites
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6-1
Blocking Access to Internet Services
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6-2
Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced
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6-4
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
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6-5
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
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6-7
Chapter 7
Maintenance
Viewing Wireless Router Status Information
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7-1
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
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7-5
Upgrading the Router Software
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7-5
Warning: Do Not Interrupt the Firmware Upgrade Process
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7-6
Firmware Upgrade Requirements
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7-6
Checking for a Firmware Upgrade Upon Login
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7-6
Performing a Firmware Upgrade from the Router Upgrade Menu
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7-7
Configuration File Management
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7-8
Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration
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7-9
Erasing the Configuration
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7-9
Changing the Administrator Password
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7-9
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Chapter 8
Advanced Configuration
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers
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8-1
Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service
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8-2
Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry
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8-2
Local Web and FTP Server Example
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8-3
Multiple Computers for Counter-Strike, Unreal Tournament, or Quake III Example .8-3
Configuring WAN Setup Options
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8-4
Using a Dynamic DNS Service
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8-6
Using LAN IP Setup Options
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8-7
Using the Router as a DHCP server
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8-9
Using Address Reservation
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8-9
How to Configure Static Routes
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8-10
Enabling Remote Management Access
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8-12
Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
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8-13
Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
Basic Functioning
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9-1
Power LED Not On
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9-2
LEDs Never Turn Off
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9-2
Local or Internet Port LEDs Not On
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9-2
Troubleshooting Connection to the Web Configuration Interface
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9-3
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection
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9-4
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
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9-5
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router
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9-5
Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device
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9-6
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password
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9-7
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
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9-7
Problems with Date and Time
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9-8
Problems with Saving Configuration Changes
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9-8
Troubleshooting the USB Drive
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9-8
USB Hub Attached to the WGT634U is not Visible
..................................................
9-8
File Copy of Large Files to the USB Disk FAT32 File System Fails
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9-8
Cannot Connect to the USB Drive Using Microsoft Networking
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9-8
Cannot Attach USB Drive to USB Port
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9-9
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Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade
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9-9
Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Appendix B
Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
Related Publications
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B-1
Basic Router Concepts
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B-1
What is a Router?
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B-1
Routing Information Protocol
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B-2
IP Addresses and the Internet
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B-2
Netmask
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B-4
Subnet Addressing
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B-4
Private IP Addresses
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B-7
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
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B-7
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
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B-8
Related Documents
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B-9
Domain Name Server
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B-9
IP Configuration by DHCP
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B-10
Internet Security and Firewalls
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B-10
What is a Firewall?
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B-10
Stateful Packet Inspection
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B-11
Denial of Service Attack
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B-11
Ethernet Cabling
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B-11
Category 5 Cable Quality
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B-12
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
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B-12
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
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B-14
Appendix C
Preparing Your Network
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
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C-1
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
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C-2
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
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C-2
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings
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C-4
Selecting Windows’ Internet Access Method
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C-6
Verifying TCP/IP Properties
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C-6
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
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C-7
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Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
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C-7
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
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C-8
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
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C-8
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
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C-10
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
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C-13
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
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C-15
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
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C-16
MacOS 8.6 or 9.x
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C-16
MacOS X
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C-16
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
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C-17
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
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C-18
Are Login Protocols Used?
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C-18
What Is Your Configuration Information?
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C-18
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
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C-19
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
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C-20
Restarting the Network
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C-21
Appendix D
Wireless Networking Basics
Wireless Networking Overview
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D-1
Infrastructure Mode
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D-1
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)
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D-2
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)
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D-2
Authentication and WEP Data Encryption
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D-2
802.11 Authentication
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D-3
Open System Authentication
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D-3
Shared Key Authentication
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D-4
Overview of WEP Parameters
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D-5
Key Size
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D-6
WEP Configuration Options
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D-7
Wireless Channels
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D-7
WPA Wireless Security
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D-8
How Does WPA Compare to WEP?
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D-9
How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?
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D-10
What are the Key Features of WPA Security?
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D-10
WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User
Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS
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D-12

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