User manual LINKSYS WRT55AG - Install Guide

Application Diagram This application diagram shows a typical scenario that uses the Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router. Steps 1, 2, and 3 will explain how to connect the Router to a PC with an Ethernet adapter, configure the PC(s), and configure the Router's basic settings. This Quick Installation is meant to help you install the product quickly and easily. For detailed instructions on installation, configuration, and further setup options, please consult the User Guide. C. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the LAN ports (labeled 1-4) on the back of the Router, and the other end to an Ethernet port on a PC. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or network devices to the Router. Configure the PCs Before setting up the Router, make sure your PCs are configured to obtain an IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically from the Router. Instant Wireless® Series Notebook with Wireless Adapter C Notebook with Wireless Adapter Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router There are two ways to configure the Router. Choose one of the following methods: · Run the Setup CD-ROM - It is D. Connect a different Ethernet network cable from your cable or DSL modem to the Internet port on the Router's rear panel. This is the only port that will work for your modem connection. E. Power on the cable or DSL modem. For Windows 98, Millennium, and XP using the default interface, refer to the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM or your Windows documentation. The following instructions apply only to Windows 2000 or XP using the Classic interface (in which the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions). A. Click the Start button and then the Control Panel icon. Click the Network and Internet Connections icon. Then click the Network Connections icon. B. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter (usually it is the first Local Area Connection listed). Doubleclick the Local Area Connection. Click the Properties button. strongly recommended that you use the Setup CD-ROM to install the Router. Insert the Setup CDROM into the CD-ROM drive, and follow the on-screen instructions. · Use this Quick Installation guide - Cable or DSL Modem Router PC with Ethernet Adapter D F. Connect the power adapter to the Power port on the rear panel of the Router, and then plug the power adapter into a power outlet. Note: You should always plug the Router's power adapter into a power strip with surge protection. The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the power adapter is connected properly. The Diag LED will light up red for a few seconds when the Router goes through its self-diagnostic test. This LED will turn off when the self-test is complete. If it does not turn off, refer to "Appendix A: Troubleshooting" of the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM. G. Power on one of your PCs. Proceed to Step 2. WRT55AG If you wish, you can use the Router's web-based utility to install the Router. Proceed to Step 1, and follow the Quick Installation's instructions. Connect the Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router A. Before you begin, make sure that you have the setup information for your specific type of Internet connection. The installation technician from your ISP should have left this information with you after installing your broadband connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request the settings. B. Make sure that all of your network's hardware is powered off, including the Router, PCs, and cable or DSL modem. Package Contents · One Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router (1) · One Power Adapter (2) · One Category 5 Ethernet Network Cable (3) · One Setup CD-ROM with User Guide (4) · One Symantec Internet Security CD-ROM · One Quick Installation · One Registration Card B Continued on back C. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. These instructions will show you how to configure the Router. You only need to configure the Router once using any computer you have set up. A. Open your web browser. Enter http://192.168.1.1 in its Address field. Press the Enter key. D. For the Configuration Type setting, four connections types are offered through the drop-down menu. Each Setup screen and available features will differ depending on which connection type you select. F. Customize the SSID and Channel settings as needed. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys-a or linksys-g) to a unique name and enable WEP encryption in step G. G. To enable WEP encryption (recommended), click the Enable radio button next to WEP. Then click the Edit WEP Settings button, and customize the WEP encryption settings as needed (see Figure G). Click the Apply button to save your settings. For more information, refer to the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM. Internet Configuration Type Automatic Configuration - DHCP: If you are connecting through DHCP or a dynamic IP address from your ISP, keep this default setting. Static IP: If your ISP assigns you a static IP address, select Static IP from the drop-down menu. Complete the Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address. PPPoE: If you are connecting through PPPoE, select PPPoE from the dropdown menu. Complete the User Name and Password fields. PPTP: PPTP is a service used in Europe only. If you are using a PPTP connection, check with your ISP for the necessary setup information. When you are finished entering your Internet connection settings, click the Apply button to save your changes. E. To configure the Router for your wireless network, select the appropriate network mode. C D. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OK button. Click the OK button again to complete the PC configuration. E. Restart your computer. Proceed to Step 3. A B. An Enter Network Password window will appear. Leave the User Name field empty, and enter the default password, admin, in lowercase letters in the Password field. (For added security, later you should change the default to your own, using the Password tab of the web-based utility). Then click the OK button. C. The web-based utility will appear with the Setup tab selected. If requested by your ISP (usually cable ISPs), complete the Host Name and Domain Name fields. Other-wise, leave them blank. G D H. On the Setup screen, click the Apply button to save your settings. Close the web browser. I. Restart your computers so that they can obtain the Router's new settings. J. Test the setup by opening your web browser from any computer and entering http://www.linksys.com/registration. Configure the Dual-Band Wireless A+G Broadband Router Refer to the table below, if you need the default settings during configuration. Default Settings for the Wireless A+G Broadband Router Basic Settings________________________Default_______________ Internet Configuration Type Automatic Configuration - DHCP Router's IP Address 192.168.1.1 Router's Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Router's Password admin (lowercase) DHCP Settings____________________________________________ DHCP Server Enable DHCP Starting IP Address 192.168.1.100 Number of DHCP Client Users 50 5GHz Wireless Settings_____________________________________ SSID linksys-a Channel 52 WEP (Encryption) Disable 2.4 GHz Wireless Settings___________________________________ SSID linksys-g Channel 6 WEP (Encrytion) Disable Mode 802.11a The default setting is Enable. To disable wireless networking for 802.11a, select Disable. J For additional information or troubleshooting help, refer to the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM. You can also call or email for further support. 24-hour Technical Support 800-326-7114 (toll-free from US or Canada) E-mail Support support@linksys.com Website http://www.linksys.com or http://support.linksys.com RMA (Returh Merchandise http://www.linksys.com/support Authorization FTP Site ftp://ftp.linksys.com Sales Information 800-546-5797 (800-LINKSYS) WRT54AG-QI-40227NC KL Mode 54g Mixed: If you have Wireless-G and 802.11b devices in your network, then keep the default setting, Mixed. G-Only: If you have only Wireless-G devices, select G-Only. C Disable: To disable wireless networking for 54g and 802.11b, select Disable. WWW.LINKSYS.COM