® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 2.4 GHz Wireless-G 802.11g PCI Adapter with SRX WIRELESS Model No.
Also Available: Linksys High Gain Antenna for SMA Connectors (HGA7S)
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Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in This User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Roaming Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SRX Overview The LED Indicator The Cable Connectors Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Starting the Setup Wizard Installing the Adapter Setting Up the Adapter Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information 50 51 53
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX List of Figures Figure 3-1: Adapter’s LED Figure 3-2: Adapter’s Connectors for the Antenna Cables Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Figure 4-2: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement Figure 4-3: Connecting the Adapter Screen Figure 4-4: Installing the Adapter Figure 4-5: Attaching the Antenna Cables Figure 4-6: Available Wireless Network Screen Figure 4-7: Available Wireless Network Screen Figure 4-8: WEP Key Needed for Connection Figure 4-9: WPA-Personal Needed for Connec
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Figure 5-8: WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Figure 5-9: Profiles Screen Figure 5-10: Import a Profile Figure 5-11: Export a Profile Figure 5-12: Create a New Profile Figure 5-13: Available Wireless Network Screen Figure 5-14: Available Wireless Network Screen Figure 5-15: WEP Key Needed for Connection Figure 5-16: WPA-Personal Needed for Connection Figure 5-17: WPA2-Personal Needed for Connection Figure 5-18: Congratulations Screen Figure 5-19: Available Wireless Network
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX. With this Adapter, your wireless networking experience will be faster and easier than ever. How does the Adapter do this? Like all wireless products, the Adapter allows for greater range and mobility within your wireless network, whether it’s using the Wireless-G (802.11g) or Wireless-B (802.11b) standard.
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX • Chapter 5: Using the Wireless Network Monitor This chapter explains how to use the Adapter’s Wireless Network Monitor. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Adapter. • Appendix B: Using Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration This chapter instructs you on how to use Window XP Wireless Zero Configuration.
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless network is a group of computers, each equipped with one wireless adapter. Computers in a wireless network must be configured to share the same radio channel. Several PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate with one another to form an ad-hoc network. Linksys wireless adapters also provide users access to a wired network when using an access point or wireless router.
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Network Layout Linksys wireless access points and wireless routers have been designed for use with 802.11b and 802.11g products. Products using the 802.11g and 802.11b standards can communicate with each other. Access points and wireless routers are compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the notebook adapters for your laptop computers, PCI adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB adapters for when you want to enjoy USB connectivity.
Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SRX Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SRX Overview The Adapter has two parts, the antenna stand and PCI card. The LED Indicator The Adapter's LED on the Adapter’s antenna stand displays information about the wireless connection. (Activity) Green. The LED lights up when the Adapter has an active wireless connection. It flashes when the Adapter is transmitting or receiving data.
