Linksys WRT51AB User Guide - Page 4

Instant Wireless® Series Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: How to Ping Your ISP's E-mail & Web Addresses Appendix C: Configuring Wireless Security Background WEP Encryption 802.1x Authentication MD5 Authentication for Windows XP Digital Certificate Installation TLS Authentication for Windows XP Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Environmental Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Contact Information 66 66 77 86 89 89 90 91 92 97 101 105 108 126 127 128 129 Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction TshEethDeuraFla-Bsat®nCdaWbilree/DleSsLs RAo+uBteBrroadband Router The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router is like four devices in one box! The Router function lets you securely share one high-speed Internet connection among your entire network, while the 4-port, 10/100 switch jump-starts your wired Ethernet network. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. The Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router also contains two wireless access points, which let you connect with wirelessly networked PCs using either the popular 2.4GHz, 802.11b standard at 11Mbps, or the new, almost five times faster, 5GHz, 802.11a standard. Since both standards are built-in, you can protect your investment in existing 802.11b equipment today, and migrate to the 802.11a standard as your needs grow. In addition to up to 152-bit encryption of wireless transmissions, the two access points in the Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router support the industrial-strength wireless security of 802.1x authentication and authorization. The Router also serves as a DHCP server, has NAT technology to protect against Internet intruders, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configured to filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with the web browser-based configuration utility. With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router at the center of your home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers, and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and security you need! 1