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    ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4GHz 802.11b Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge WIRELESS Model No. WET11 User Guide
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    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-B Ethernet Bridge has been designed to make understanding
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    the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use 13 Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility 14 Overview 14 Starting the Web-based Utility 14 Setup 15 Password 17 Advanced 18 Status 19 Help 20 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 21 Common Problems and Solutions
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix F: Specifications 40 Appendix G: Warranty Information 42 Appendix H: Regulatory Information 43 Appendix I: Contact Information 46
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    4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Adapter 8 Figure 5-1: Welcome 9 Figure 5-2: Check Connection 9 Figure 5-3: List of Bridges 10 Figure 5-4: Password 10 Figure 5-5: Mode Settings 10 Figure 5-6: Wireless Settings 11 Figure 5-7: IP Settings 11
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    drivers to load, setup is a snap-just plug it into your device and configure the network settings through your web browser. You can also use the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge from Linksys open up exciting new possibilities for your wireless network. 802.11b: an IEEE wireless
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    the Web-Based Utility to configure the settings on the Bridge. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge. • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix
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    Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Bridge. • Appendix I: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
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    wireless bridging scenario using two Wireless-B Ethernet Bridges. Each wireless network is connected to a Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge through a switch. A separate notebook computer is equipped with a wireless network adapter and can communicate with either wireless network when it is configured
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus
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    is where you will connect the power adapter. Important: Resetting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge will erase all of your settings (WEP encryption, wireless settings, etc.) and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge if you want to retain these settings
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge The Front Panel Network activity with the Bridge is shown on the LEDs, shown in Figure 3-2. PWR Green. The PWR LED will light up when the Bridge is powered on. DIAG Green. The DIAG LED will light up when there is a connection error. Re-establish the connection to
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    to use to configure the Bridge. 5. Plug the supplied power adapter into the Power port on the back panel of the Bridge, shown in Figure 4-2. Then plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Proceed to the next section, "Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge." Figure 4-1: Connect
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    Now that you've connected the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge to your wired network, you are ready to set it up. The Setup Wizard will guide you through all the necessary steps. Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup CD-ROM into your PC's CD-ROM drive. The Setup Utility should run automatically, and the screen
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    you are currently installing by clicking its name in the Selection box. Write down the IP address of the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge, so you can use it to access the Web-based Utility later. Then click the Yes button. 5. For security purposes, you will be asked for your password in order to access
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    manually entering a WEP key, you can enter a Passphrase, so a WEP key will be automatically generated after you click the Next button. The Passphrase is case-sensitive and should have 16 Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Setup Wizard Figure 5-6: Wireless Settings Figure 5-7: IP
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    the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use." Advanced users: For advanced configuration, proceed to "Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility." Figure 5-9: WEP Key Figure 5-10: Confirmation Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Setup Wizard Figure
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    wish to add to the wireless network. 3. Plug the power cable into a local electrical outlet. The installation of the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge is complete. If you want to use the Bridge's Web-based Utility, refer to "Chapter 7: The Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility." Note: If you do not
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    appear. The Utility provides a convenient, web-browser-based way to alter the Bridge's settings. It offers five main tabs: • Setup - Enables you to configure the IP address and wireless settings. • Password - Allows you to change the password or reset all settings to factory defaults. • Advanced
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Setup The Setup screen, shown in Figure 7-2, lets you configure the wired and wireless network settings for the Bridge. • Firmware - The version number of the Bridge's firmware is displayed here. Firmware should be upgraded ONLY if you experience problems with the Bridge.
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    configure the WEP encryption level and WEP keys for the Bridge. • Default Transmit Key - Select which WEP key (1-4) will be used when the Bridge sends data. Make sure the other wireless-equipped devices are using the same key. Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility Setup
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    the factory defaults, then keep the default setting, No. To save your changes, click the Apply button. Click the Cancel button to cancel your changes. Click the Help button for additional on-screen information. Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility Password Figure
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Advanced Use the Advanced Settings screen, shown in Figure 7-6, to customize advanced wireless settings and clone a MAC address onto the Bridge. Wireless • Transmission Rate - The default setting is Auto. The range is from 1 to 11Mbps. The rate of data transmission should
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    should be upgraded ONLY if you experience problems with the Bridge. Firmware updates are posted at www.linksys.com. For more information, refer to "Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware." • MAC Address - The MAC Address of the Bridge is displayed here. LAN Settings • IP Address - The Bridge's IP Address is
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    Adobe Website link to download it. • Adobe Website (software for viewing PDF documents) - If you need to download the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the User Guide pdf, then click the Adobe Website link. Figure 7-8: Help Tab Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based Utility 20 Help
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    's IP address. • Open the Web-based Utility. On the Setup screen, click the Static IP Address radio button, and change the IP address there. • If you encounter problems, power the Bridge off and on again, or push the Reset button. Then try to change the IP address again. Appendix A: Troubleshooting
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    -based Utility won't open. Make sure you correctly entered the Bridge's IP address in the Address field of your web browser. If you are not sure what the Bridge's IP address is, then run the Setup Wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions until you see a screen that lists all the Wireless-B Ethernet
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Can I play multiplayer games with other users of the wireless network? Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN. Refer to the game's user guide for more information. What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge worldwide. This presents a truly revolutionary opportunity to place convenient high speed wireless capabilities in the hands of users for retransmission. To an unintended receiver, DSSS appears as low power wideband noise and is rejected (ignored) by most narrowband
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    are identifying packets transmitted from the wireless network to announce its presence to wireless nodes looking to connect. These beacon frames are decrypted and contain much of the network's information, such as the network's SSID (Service Set Identifier) and the IP address of the network PC or
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    put, any information transmitted on a wireless network leaves both the network and individual users vulnerable to attack. All a hacker needs is a "packet sniffer", software available on the Internet, along with other freeware or shareware hacking utilities available on the Internet, to acquire
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Active Attacks Hackers use Active Attacks for three purposes: 1) stealing data, 2) using your network, and 3) modifying your network so it's easier to hack address filters and WEP encryption. He can even steal passwords and user names for the next time he wants to hack in
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge examples below, your implementation and administration of network security measures is the key to maximizing wireless security. No preventative measure will guarantee network security but it will make it more difficult for someone to hack into your network. Often, hackers
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge 5) SSID There are a few things you can do to make your SSID more secure: a. Disable broadcast b. Make it unique c. Change it often Most wireless default SSID is set on your wireless devices by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is "linksys".) Hackers know these defaults
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge PCs unprotected by a firewall router should at least run firewall software, and all PCs should run up-to-date antiviral software. 8) WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is often looked upon as a panacea for wireless security concerns. This is overstating WEP's ability.
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    Up the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge." To enable WEP encryption through the Web-based Utility, click the WEP Key Settings button on the Setup tab. The Edit WEP Settings screen will appear, as shown in Figure B-2. To configure the WEP settings, follow these instructions: 1. For the Default Transmit Key
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    C: Upgrading Firmware The Bridge's firmware is upgraded with the firmware utility on the Linksys website at http://linksys.com/download. Firmware should be upgraded ONLY if you experience problems with the Bridge. 1. Go to http://linksys.com/download. 2. Select WET11 - Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge
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    can communicate with the Bridge, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network. This is true for wireless networks as well. Your PCs will not be able to utilize wireless networking without having TCP/IP enabled. Windows Help
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    . Bit - A binary digit. Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions. Bridge - A device that connects two different kinds of local networks, such as a wireless network to a wired Ethernet network. Broadband - An always-on, fast Internet connection. Browser - A browser is an
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge updated. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) - The capability of having a website, FTP, or e-mail server-with a dynamic IP address-use a fixed domain name. Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration
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    . Infrastructure - Currently installed computing and networking equipment. Infrastructure Mode - Configuration in which a wireless network is bridged to a wired network via an access point. IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network. IP Address - The address used to
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISM band - Radio band used in wireless networking
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    . A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a "program". Spread Spectrum - Wideband radio frequency technique used for more reliable and secure data transmission. SSID (Service Set IDentifier) - Your wireless network's name. Static IP Address - A fixed address assigned to
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. Telnet - A user command and TCP/IP protocol used for accessing remote PCs. TFTP (Trivial File Transfer
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix F: Specifications Model WET11 Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3 Ports One 10BaseT RJ-45 port, Power port Buttons MDI/MDI-X slide switch, Reset button Cabling Type Category 5 or better LEDs Power, LAN, WLAN, Diag Peak Gain of Antenna 5 dBi Transmit
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Operating Humidity 10% to 85%, Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90%, Non-Condensing Warranty 1 Year Limited Appendix F: Specifications 41
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to the original end user purchaser ("You") that, for a period of one year, (the "Warranty Period") Your Linksys defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a Return
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions or modification to the product not expressly approved by Linksys could void the user's authority to operate the device. FCC RF
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    user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) Linksys declares that the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge of power levels and antennas, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance. • Linksys vakuuttaa täten että Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge • France F: 2.4 GHz Bande : les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467 ) may be used freely in France for indoor use. License required for outdoor installations. Please contact ART (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for procedure to follow. Appendix H: Regulatory Information 45
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    Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix I: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with
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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
®
Model No.
Ethernet Bridge
Wireless-
B
WET11
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11b