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Wireless Network Access Point
Chapter 1: Introduction
The Instant Wireless
TM
Network Access Point
Don’t be bound by cabling restrictions any longer! The Instant Wireless™
Network Access Point from Linksys delivers the freedom to configure your net-
work your way. Utilization of state-of-the-art wireless technology gives you the
ability to set up workstations in ways you never thought possible; no cables to
install means fewer expenses and fewer hassles.
The Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point’s high-powered antennae offer a
range of operation of up to 1500 feet, providing seamless roaming throughout
your LAN infrastructure. Advanced user authentication ensures a high level of
security for wireless networking, while easy-to-use Windows-based diagnostics
and statistics tools ensure that you’ll always be in control. Best of all, the
Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point features easy installation—just plug
it in and you’re ready to go!
When all these features come together in one compact, lightweight, and power-
efficient unit, you have the ultimate in flexible networking—the Linksys
Instant Wireless™ Network Access Point.
Features
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Highly Efficient Dipole Antennae Provide Extensive Range of Operation
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Enjoy Your Wireless Office Beyond the Range of Ethernet Networking
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Auto Fall-Back Data Rate for Long-Distance Communication and Noisy
Environments
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High-Speed Data Transfer Rate Up to 11 Mbps
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Interoperable with IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment
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Features Roaming and Network Traffic Filtering
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Extensive Operating Range Supports up to 300 ft. (Indoors) and 500 feet
(Outdoors)
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Up to 256-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy Supported
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Free Software Driver Upgrades
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Compatible with Virtually All Major Operating Systems
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Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week for North America
Only
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1-Year Limited Warranty
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
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The Instant Wireless
TM
Network Access Point
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Features
1
Package Contents
2
System Requirements
2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
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Network Topology
3
Roaming
3
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless Network Access Point
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The Wireless Network Access Point’s Ports
4
The Wireless Network Access Point’s LEDs
5
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless Network Access Point
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Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless Network Access Point
7
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless Network Access Point
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The Setup Tab
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The Password Tab
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The Status Tab
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The Help Tab
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The Filter Tab
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The Wireless Tab
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
28
Frequently Asked Questions
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Appendix B: Setting Up the TCP/IP Protocol
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Setting Up TCP/IP in Windows
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TCP/IP Setup for Windows 95, 98, and Millennium
33
TCP/IP Setup for Windows NT 4.0
34
TCP/IP Setup for Windows 2000
35
Appendix C: Glossary
36
Appendix D: Specifications
44
Environmental
45
Appendix E: Warranty Information
46
Appendix F: Contact Information
47
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