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    ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4GHz 802.11g Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router WIRELESS Model No. WRV54G
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys Guide This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Router easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide WRV54G-UG-60306D JL
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    Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) 6 Why do I need a VPN? 6 What is a VPN? 7 Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router
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    58 Simple Hot Spot in a Box Program 58 How the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box Feature Impacts the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router 59 Excellent Customer Support 60 Getting Started 60 Administration Site 71 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 78 Common Problems and Solutions 78 Frequently Asked
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    VPN Settings for the VPN Routers 111 Configuring the Key Management Settings 113 Configuring PC 1 and PC 2 114 Connecting a VPN Client 114 Appendix F: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 117 Windows 98 or Me Instructions 117 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 2-1: Network Diagram 5 Figure 3-1: VPN Router to VPN Router 8 Figure 3-2: Computer to VPN Router 8 Figure 4-1: Back Panel 9 Figure 4-2: Front Panel 10 Figure 5-1: Connect to LAN Ports 11 Figure 5-2: Connect to Internet Port 11
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    - Management 45 Figure 6-42: Administration Tab - Log 47 Figure 6-43: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 49 Figure 6-44: Administration Tab - Factory Default 50 Figure 6-45: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 51 Figure 6-46: Status Tab - Router 52 Figure 6-47: Status Tab - Local Network
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Figure 7-3: Operator Agreement 62 Figure 7-4: Business Contact Information 62 Figure 7-5: Credit Card Information 63 Figure 7-6: Select a Username and Password 63 Figure 7-7: Confirmation 64 Figure 7-8: Registration Complete 64 Figure 7-9: Device Location
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Setting Tab Setup - Basic Setup (Internet Setup) 111 Figure E-4: Security - VPN Screen (VPN Tunnel) 111 Figure E-5: Setup - Basic Setup (Internet Setup) 112 Figure E-6: Security - VPN Screen (VPN Tunnel) 112 Figure E-7: Diagram of VPN Tunnel between VPN Routers
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    116 Figure E-16: Verifying Network 116 Figure E-17: QuickVPN Software - Status 116 Figure E-18: QuickVPN Tray Icon - Connection 116 Figure E-19: QuickVPN Tray Icon - No Connection 116 Figure F-1: IP Configuration Screen 117 Figure F-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 117 Figure F-3: MAC
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    you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router. The Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely. How does the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router do all of this? A router is a device that
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    the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router. What's in this Guide? This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G VPN
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP PC and the Router This appendix instructs you on how to establish a secure IPSec tunnel using preshared keys to join a private network inside the VPN Router and a Windows 2000 or XP PC. • Appendix E:
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    mode centers around an access point or wireless router, such as the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless network. The Router transmits data to PCs equipped with wireless network adapters, which can roam within a certain radial range
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    , 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-G VPN Broadband Router. Figure 2-1: Network Diagram Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) Why do I need a VPN? Computer networking provides a flexibility for another user. 2) Data Sniffing Data "sniffing" is a method used by hackers to obtain network data as it travels through unsecured networks, such
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    VPN client software, any computer with the built-in IPSec Security Manager (Microsoft 2000 and XP) allows the VPN Router to create a VPN tunnel using IPSec (refer to "Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP PC Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) What is a VPN
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    Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP", "Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP PC and the Router," and "Appendix E: Configuring VPN Tunnels." Figure 3-1: VPN Router to VPN Router Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) What is a VPN? Figure
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    the power adapter. IMPORTANT: If you reset the Router, all of your settings, including Internet connection, wireless, and security, will be deleted and replaced with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Router if you want to retain these settings. Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel. Power DMZ Internet Wireless-G LAN (1-4) Figure 4-2: Front Panel Green. The Power LED lights up when the Router is powered on. Red. The DMZ LED
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    longer, see "Appendix A: Troubleshooting." 7. Power on one of your PCs that is connected to the Router. The Router's hardware installation is now complete. Go to "Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router." Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Overview Figure
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    settings to match your usual network settings. The Router's hardware installation is now complete. Go to "Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router." Figure 5-4: Connect to Internet Port Figure 5-5: Connect to Power Port NOTE: You should change the SSID from its default, linksys
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    Hot Spot service provider on this screen. Wireless • Basic Wireless Settings. You can choose your Wireless Network Mode and security settings on this screen. • Wireless Network Access. This screen displays your network access list. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Overview
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Advanced Wireless Settings. For advanced users, you can alter data transmission settings on this screen. Security • Firewall. On this screen, you can configure a variety of filters to enhance the security of your network. • VPN. To enable or disable IPSec, L2TP, and
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    the Router's VPN clients. How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the web-based utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter. A password request page will appear. (Non-Windows XP users
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    6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Figure 6-3: Internet Connection Type - Static IP static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to a network. subnet mask: an address code that determines the size of the network default
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    to 1500 range. For most DSL users, it is recommended to use the value 1492. By default, MTU is set at 1500 when disabled. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Figure 6-5: Internet Connection Type - PPTP packet: a unit of data sent over a network 17
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Network Setup The Network Setup section allows you to change the Router's local network settings. Gateway IP The Router's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. In most cases, you should keep the defaults. Local IP Address. The default value is 192.168
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    of the DDNS service connection is displayed here. When you have finished making changes to the screen, click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - DDNS ddns
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    Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Figure 6-8: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone mac address: the unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 20 The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure the dynamic and static routing settings. Advanced Routing Operating Mode. Select Gateway or Router from the drop-down menu. If this Router is hosting your network's connection to the
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    making changes to the screen, click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing Figure 6-10: Routing Table Entry
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    the More Info button or refer to "Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot Businesses." To start the registration process, click the Register button. Figure 6-11: Setup Tab - Hot Spot in a Box Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 23 The Setup Tab - Hot Spot
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The basic settings for wireless networking are configured on this screen. Wireless Network Wireless Network Mode. From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your network. If you have both 802.
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security mode options supported by the Router: WPA Pre-Shared Key, WPA RADIUS, RADIUS, and WEP. (WPA stands for WiFi Protected
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    For additional information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security Figure 6-16: Wireless Security - WEP wep (wired equivalent privacy): a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security 26
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    the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Figure 6-17: Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access Figure
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    flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347, is recommended. If a network packet is Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings Figure 6-19: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings beacon interval: The frequency interval of
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    Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance. Only minor reduction of the default network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 29 The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
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    , click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Help information is shown on the right-hand side of a screen. For additional information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - Firewall
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - VPN Virtual Private Networking (VPN) is a security measure that basically creates a secure connection between two remote locations. This connection is very specific as far as its settings are concerned; this is what creates the security. The VPN
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    will accept requests from any IP address. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - VPN Figure 6-23: Local Secure Group - IP Address and Remote Secure Group - IP Address Figure 6-24: Local Secure Group - IP Range and Remote Secure Group - IP Range Figure 6-25
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    no key negotiation is needed. Basically, manual key management is used in small static environments or for troubleshooting purposes. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - VPN Figure 6-27: Remote Secure Group - Any and Remote Secure Gateway - FQDN Figure 6-28
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    , and the valid range is 100~ffffffff. Each Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - VPN Figure 6-30: Key Exchange Method - Manual
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup Click the Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup button, and the Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup screen will appear. These advanced IPSec settings are for advanced users. Phase 1 Phase 1 is used to create a security association (SA), often called the IKE SA.
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    to pass through the VPN tunnel. By default, the Router blocks these broadcasts. Anti-replay. This protects the Router from anti-replay attacks, Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router
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    or telnet, by selecting services from the drop-down menus next to Blocked Services. (You can block up to 20 services.) Figure 6-32: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Figure 6-33: Internet Filter Summary Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 37 The Access Restrictions
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    manage, or select Any. 6. Click the appropriate option, Deny or Allow, depending on whether you want to block or allow network traffic. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Figure 6-34: List of PCs Figure 6-35: Blocked Services 38
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    click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. Help information is shown on the right-hand side of a screen. For additional information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 39 The Access Restrictions
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    H: Upgrading Firmware" for further instructions. (Before upgrading its firmware, write down the Router's settings. You will need to reset the Router to its factory defaults after you upgrade its firmware.) VPN Client Status User Name. Enter a name for the VPN client. Password. Enter a password for
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding The Port Forwarding screen sets up public services on your network any forwarding.) When users send this type of request to your network via the Internet, the Router will forward those requests to the appropriate
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    screen, click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Figure 6-38: Applications & Gaming Tab Port Triggering Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 42 The Applications and Gaming
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    screen, click the Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For help information, click More. Figure 6-39: Applications & Gaming Tab UPnP Forwarding Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 43 The Applications and Gaming
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ screen allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming and videoconferencing, through Software DMZ, or a user can use LAN Port 4 as a DMZ port, through
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Management The Management screen allows you to change the Router's access settings as well as configure the SNMP and UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) features. Router Password Local Router Access To ensure the Router's security, you will be
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    of the remote host computer that will receive the trap messages. UPnP UPnP allows Windows XP and Windows Me to automatically configure the Router for various Internet applications, such as gaming and videoconferencing.To enable UPnP, check the Enabled box. Allow Users to Make Configuration Changes
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    Router to send email alerts in the event of Denial of Service about network activity. The Router supports default is 50 entries, so unless you change this setting, the Router will e-mail the log to you when there are more than 50 log entries. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Log Time Threshold. You can designate how often the log will be e-mailed to you. The default is 10 minutes, so unless you change this setting, the Router will e-mail the log to you every 10 minutes. The Router will e-mail the log every time the Log Queue Length or Log
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    will be displayed in the window. Click the Abort Test button to stop the test. Click the Clear Result button to clear the results. For help information, click More. Figure 6-43: Administration Tab - Diagnostics Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 49 The Administration Tab
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults The Factory Defaults screen allows you to restore the Router's configuration to its factory default settings. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults. To clear all of the Router's settings and reset them to its factory
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    6-45: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade firmware: the programming code that runs a networking device download: to receive a file transmitted over a network upgrade: to replace existing software or firmware with a newer version Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 51 The
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    to replace the current IP address-of the device connected to the Router's Internet port-with a new IP address. Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information. For help information, click More. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Router Figure
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    the Refresh button to update the information. Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information. For help information, click More. Figure 6-47: Status Tab - Local Network Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Local Network Figure 6-48: DHCP Active
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    VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen displays status information about your wireless network. Wireless MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Router's wireless network interface is displayed here. Mode. As selected from the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless mode
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    of dropped packets received is displayed here. LAN Statistics for the network traffic on each of the four LAN ports are shown in four separate number of packets received is displayed here. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - System Performance Figure 6-50: Status
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    Received. The number of dropped packets received is displayed here. Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information. Help information is shown on the right-hand side of the screen. Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 56 The Status Tab - System Performance
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - VPN Clients The VPN Client Status screen displays status information about the Router's VPN clients. VPN Client Status VPN Client Users Display. Select the group of VPN client users whose information you wish to see. No. This is the number assigned to
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    businesses that want to offer wireless networking services for their customers. Enabling the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box feature will turn the Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router into a commercial hot spot. The service is powered by Boingo Wireless, the leading WI-Fi service provider, and has been
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    sign-ups through Boingo's convenient Hot Spot in a Box Administration website. How the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box Feature Impacts the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router The Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router is a highly advanced networking solution that combines a Wi-Fi access point, a built
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    .11g adapter (such as a PCMCIA card) or built-in 802.11b or 802.11g capabilities Step 1: Setup of Your First Hot Spot in a Box Device Set up the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. Boingo recommends that you use a wired connection to configure the Router for
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    account and want to add another Router, enter your user name and password in the Already have a Hot Spot in a Box® Account section. Click the Login button, and then skip ahead to Step 3: Device Configuration Wizard. (The Boingo system will detect that a device is set up and will go directly to the
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The Hot Spot Contact Name, Company Name, Tax ID/Social Security Number, Address, City, State, Zip Code, Country, Telephone Number, Fax Number, Agreement Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program for Hot Spot Businesses Getting Started Figure 7-4: Business
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 5. The Credit Card Information screen will appear. Enter the Name, Address, City, State, and Zip Code. Then select the appropriate Card Type. Enter the Card Number, and select the Expiration Date. When finished, click the Continue button. You will be charged a one-
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. The Confirmation screen will appear. Review your Business Contact Information and Credit Card the Setup New Device button to continue with the setup and begin the Device Configuration Wizard. Figure 7-7: Confirmation Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box® Program
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 3: Device Configuration Wizard 1. The Device Setup Location screen will appear. Enter the Location Name. Then describe where the device is placed at the location. Select the Location Type. Enter the Phone number, Address, City, State, Postal Zip Code, and Country
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The Device Configuration screen will appear. Most Hot Spot operators will not need to change the default settings. To view or edit the settings, click View Settings. When finished, click the Continue button. 4. If you click the View Settings button, the View/Edit
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 5. The Your Location Page screen will appear. Enter the information that your customers will see on the webpage that they will use to log on to the Internet. You can customize the page the setup. Figure 7-13: Your Location Page Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot in a Box®
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 6. The Free Access for Friends and Family screen will appear. Use this feature to set up free Internet access accounts through the Hot Spot in a Box device for your family, friends, and employees. You will need the MAC Address of the wireless adapter or card for each
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. The Confirmation screen will appear. You may review and edit all of your settings for Location, Onsite Contact, Wireless Settings, Network Settings, DNS Settings, Location Page, and Free Access for Friends and Family. In the Location Page section, you can add a
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    . Complete the configuration of the Router. When finished, the setup of your first Hot Spot in a Box device is complete, and now it is an active Hot Spot location in the Boingo system. You can manage your device (check usage, change settings, update contact information, review device statistics
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Administration Site The Boingo Hot Spot in a Box Administration site provides you with the tools you need to manage your device. The site allows you to do the following: • Change your billing contact person • Access online Help files • View current and historical
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Login To access the Administration site, enter your user name and password in the fields provided. Then, click the Login button. Home This is the view displayed when you log in to the Boingo Administration Site. It
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Log out. Use this screen to log you out of the range from the initial device installation date to the current date. • Usage/Revenue - Date Range. It shows the same information as above but the time period will be based on a range of dates set by the user. • Sales
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    the time period will be based on a range of dates set by the user. Status Reports A variety of device status reports are offered. Details on each of these reports are provided below. • Edit Current Configuration. This shows all of your device configuration fields and allows you to edit them. • Map
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • User Statistics Report. This shows the statistics of the subscribers that are currently accessing the Internet through the Router. Post Time. This is the time when the user first accessed the Internet through the Router. Idle Time. This is the length of time that
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Arp This shows who is associated to a network interface; e.g., a client who associates with the access point but doesn't get an IP address. IP. This is the IP address of the device on the network. Mac Address. This the MAC address of the device on the network. Flags.
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router CPU Used. This is the percentage of the CPU's processing power currently in use. RAM Total (MB). This is the total RAM available, represented in megabytes (MB). RAM Used (MB). Shown here is the amount of
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: "Common Problems and Solutions" and "Frequently Asked Questions." Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the descriptions
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • For Windows 2000: 1. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with the Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties option. 3. In the Components
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router For Windows NT 4.0: • Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon. • Click the Protocol tab, and double-click on TCP/IP Protocol. • When the window appears, make sure you have selected the correct Adapter for your Ethernet adapter and set
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    your system; refer to "Problem #2: I need to set a static IP address." 3. Refer to "Problem #11: I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up pop-up window (for PPPoE users)." 6. I can't get my Virtual Private Network (VPN) working through the Router. Access the Router's web interface by going
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. I need to set up a server behind my Router and make it available to the public want to use for the Customized Application. 3. Enter the External Port range of the service you are using. For example, if you have a web server, you would enter the range 80 to 80. 4.
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 2. Enter any name you want to use for the Customized Application. 3. Enter the External Port range of the service you are using. For example, if you want to host Unreal Tournament (UT), you would enter the range 7777 to 27900. 4. Check the protocol you will be using,
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    www.linksys.com. • Follow these steps: 1. Go to the Linksys website at http://www.linksys.com and download the latest firmware. 2. To upgrade the firmware, follow the steps in the System section found in "Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router." Appendix A: 84 Common Problems
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    and enter http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Router. 2. Enter the password, if asked. (The default password is admin.) 3. Look for the MTU option, and select Manual. In the Size field, enter 1492. 4. Click the Save Settings button to continue. Appendix A: 85 Common Problems and Solutions
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    it, check the LAN and power connections.) • If the Router is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/cable modem, etc.) to see if it is working correctly. You can remove the Router to verify a direct connection. • Manually configure the TCP/IP settings with a DNS address provided
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    system other than Windows 95, Windows 98SE, Windows Millennium, Windows 2000, or Windows XP? Yes, but Linksys does not, at this time, provide technical support for setup, configuration or troubleshooting of any non-Windows operating systems. Does the Router support ICQ send file? Yes, with the
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    on and off. Reset your cable or DSL modem by powering the unit off and then on. Obtain and flash the latest firmware release that is readily available on the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? All Linksys firmware upgrades are posted on the
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    , but you can only forward 10 ranges of ports. What are the advanced features of the Router? The Router's advanced features include Advanced Wireless settings, Filters, Port Forwarding, Routing, and DDNS. What is the maximum number of VPN sessions allowed by the Router? The maximum number depends on
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    • Automatic Rate Selection • RTS/CTS feature • Fragmentation • Power Management What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router What is infrastructure mode? When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point. What is roaming? Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user alternatives,
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    power networking device, such as a network adapter, that allows the network reset the Router to its default settings. How do I resolve issues with signal loss? There is no way to know the exact range of your wireless network without testing. Every obstacle placed between the Router and a wireless
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router? There are eleven available channels, ranging from 1 to 11 (in North America). If your questions are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. Appendix A: 93 Frequently Asked
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    are setting up or using your wireless network. Security Precautions The following is a complete list of security precautions to take (as shown in this User Guide) (at least steps 1 through 5 should be followed): 1. Change the default SSID. 2. Disable SSID Broadcast. 3. Change the default password
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    anyone to log into your wireless network. This includes hackers. So, don't broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is "linksys".) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network. Change your SSID to
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or
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    : user name, password, and server address for your QuickVPN connection. If you do not have this information, contact your system administrator. Installing the LInksys QuickVPN Software NOTE: If you have the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Setup CD-ROM available, then follow these instructions
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4. Click WRV54G. 5. Click Linksys QuickVPN Utility in the More Information section. 6. Save the zip file to your PC, and extract the .exe file. 7. Double-click the .exe file, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then proceed to the next section, "Using the Linksys
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router Introduction This document demonstrates how to establish a secure IPSec tunnel using preshared keys to join a private network inside the Router and a Windows 2000 or XP computer. You
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router How to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel Step 1: Create an IPSec Policy 1. Click the Start button, select Run, and type secpol.msc in the Open field. The Local Security Setting screen will appear. 2. Right-click IP Security Policies on Local Computer (Win XP) or IP
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The IP Filter List screen should appear. Enter an appropriate name, such as win->Router, for the filter list, and de-select the Use Add Wizard check box. Then, click the Add button. 4. The Filters Properties screen will appear. Select the Addressing tab. In the
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    should now be a listing for "Router -> win" and "win -> Router". Click the OK (for WinXP) or Close (for Win2000) button on the IP Filter List window. Figure D-8: Filters Properties Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router How to Establish a Secure IPSec
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    unsecured communication, but always respond using IPSec check box. Select Session key Perfect Forward Secrecy, and click the OK button. Figure D-11: Filter Action Tab Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router How to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel Figure
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4. Select the Authentication Methods tab, and click the Edit proceed to the next step. Figure D-14: Preshared Key Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router How to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel Figure D-15: New Preshared
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    16: Tunnel Setting Tab Tunnel 2: Router->win 9. In the new policy's properties screen, make sure that "win -> Router" is selected and deselect the Use Add Wizard check box. Then, click the Add button to create the second IP filter. Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer
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    the Authentication Methods tab, and verify that the authentication method Kerberos is selected. Then, click the Edit button. Figure D-19: IP Filter List Tab Figure D-20: Filter Action Tab Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router How to Establish a Secure
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 13. Setting tab. Click the radio button for The tunnel endpoint is specified by this IP Address, and enter the Windows 2000/XP computer's IP Address. Figure D-23: New Preshared Key Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 16. Click the Connection Type tab, and select All network connections. Then window, right-click the policy named to_Router, and click Assign. A green arrow appears in the folder icon. Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 5: Create a Tunnel Through the Web-Based Utility 1. Open your web browser, and enter 192.168.1.1 in the Address field. Press the Enter key. 2. When the User name and Password fields appear, enter the default user name and password, admin. Press the Enter key. 3.
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    you need: • Two Windows desktop PCs (each PC will be connected to a VPN Router) • One QuickVPN client (a Windows notebook or desktop PC with QuickVPN software installed) • Two VPN Routers Appendix E: Configuring VPN Tunnels Overview NOTE: Each computer must have a network adapter installed. 110
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    VPN Router 1. The other VPN Router is designated VPN Router 2. 1. Launch the web browser for a networked PC, designated PC 1. 2. Enter the VPN Router's local IP address in the Address field (default is 192.168.1.1). Then press Enter. 3. A password request page will appear. (Non-Windows XP users
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    Configuring VPN Router 2 Follow similar instructions for VPN Router 2. 1. Launch the web browser for a networked PC, designated PC 2. 2. Enter the VPN Router's local IP address in the Address field (default is 192.168.1.1). Then press Enter. 3. A password request page will appear. (Non-Windows XP
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    VPN Router 2." 7. On the Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup screen, keep the default Operation Mode, Main. 8. For Phase 1, select DES from the Encryption drop-down menu. 9. Select MD5 from the Authentication drop-down menu. Appendix E: Configuring VPN Tunnels Configuring the Key Management Settings
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    the Save Settings button on the VPN screen. Configuring VPN Router 2 For VPN Router 2, follow the same instructions in the previous section, "Configuring VPN Router 1." Configuring PC 1 and PC 2 1. Set PC 1 and PC 2 to be DHCP clients (refer to Windows Help for more information). 2. Verify that PC
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    No. 1. 7. Click the Save Settings button. Configuring the QuickVPN Settings for the VPN Client Figure E-11: Diagram of VPN Tunnel between VPN Router 1 and VPN Client 1. Activate the high-speed Internet connection on the VPN client. 2. Double-click the Linksys QuickVPN software icon on your desktop
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    created a QuickVPN connection. Figure E-14: Connecting Figure E-15: Activating Policy Figure E-16: Verifying Network Figure E-17: QuickVPN Software - Status Figure E-18: QuickVPN Tray Figure E-19: QuickVPN Tray Icon - Connection Icon - No Connection Appendix E: Configuring VPN Tunnels 116
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    Me, 2000, or XP. Windows 98 or Me Instructions 1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter winipcfg. Then press the Enter key or the OK button. 2. When the IP Configuration screen appears, select the Ethernet adapter you have connected to the Router via a CAT 5 Ethernet network cable. 3. Write
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 1. Click Start and Run. In the Open the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen; it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters. The MAC address/Physical Address is what you
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix G: SNMP Functions SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely-used network monitoring and control protocol. Data is passed from a SNMP agent, such as the VPN Router, to the workstation console used to oversee the network. The Router then returns
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    Router. Before you upgrade its firmware, write down all of your custom settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you will have to re-enter all of your configuration settings. To upgrade the Router's firmware, follow these instructions: 1. Download the Router's firmware upgrade file from the Linksys
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix I: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix J: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall set of related programs located at a network gateway server that protects the resources of a network from users from other networks. Firmware - The programming code that runs a networking device. FTP (File
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. 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
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    a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services. SMTP
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix K: Specifications Standards 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.3 Ports Internet, Ethernet (1-4), Power Buttons Power, Reset Cabling Type UTP CAT 5 or better LEDs Power, Internet, Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4), Wireless-G, DMZ Transmit Power 19 dBm Security Features
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    this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates. This limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser. If the Product proves defective during the Warranty Period call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain
  • Linksys WRV54G-RM | User Guide - Page 139
    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Industry Canada (
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix M: Regulatory Information 131
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix M: Regulatory Information 132
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix M: Regulatory Information 133
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router For more information, visit www.linksys.com. Appendix M: Regulatory Information 134
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    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix N: 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.
VPN Broadband Router
Wireless-
G
WRV54G
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11g