Cisco Systems WAG54GS User Manual
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2,4
Model No.
GHz
802.11g
WIRELESS
WAG54GS (EU)
Wireless-G
ADSL Gateway
User Guide
with SpeedBooster
Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
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How to Use this Guide
Your Guide to the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster has been designed to make understanding
networking with the Gateway easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
This checkmark means there is a Note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Gateway.
This exclamation point means there is a Caution or
Warning and is something that could damage your
property or the Gateway.
This question mark provides you with a reminder about
something you might need to do while using the Gateway.
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
word: definition.
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section in the “Table of Contents”.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Network 4
The Gateway’s Functions 4
IP Addresses 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster 6
Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel 6
LEDs on Side Panel 7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster 8
Overview 8
Wired Connection to a Computer 9
Wireless Connection to a Computer 10
Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster 11
Overview 11
Using the Setup Wizard 11
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster 29
Overview 29
How to Access the Web-based Utility 31
The Setup Tab 31
The Wireless Tab 40
The Security Tab 45
The Access Restrictions Tab 47
The Applications and Gaming Tab 49
The Administration Tab 54
The Status Tab 59
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 63
Common Problems and Solutions 63
Frequently Asked Questions 71
Appendix B: Wireless Security 78
Security Precautions 78
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 78
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Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 81
Windows 98 or Me Instructions 81
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 82
Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware 83
Appendix E: Glossary 84
Appendix F: Regulatory Information 91
Appendix G: Warranty Information 98
Appendix H: Specifications 99
Appendix I: Contact Information 101
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List of Figures
Figure 2-1: Network 4
Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel 6
Figure 3-2: LEDs on Side Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connect the ADSL Line 9
Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9
Figure 4-3: Connect the Power 9
Figure 4-4: Connect the ADSL Line 10
Figure 4-5: Connect the Power 10
Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 11
Figure 5-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 11
Figure 5-3: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement Screen 12
Figure 5-4: Setup Wizard’s Disconnect the Modem from the PC Screen 12
Figure 5-5: Setup Wizard’s Connect the Modem to the Gateway Screen 13
Figure 5-6: Setup Wizard’s Connect a Network Cable to a PC Screen 13
Figure 5-7: Setup Wizard’s Connect the Network Cable to the Gateway Screen 14
Figure 5-8: Setup Wizard’s Power on the Gateway Screen 14
Figure 5-9: Setup Wizard’s Check the Gateway’s Status Screen 15
Figure 5-10: Setup Wizard’s Select Your Country Screen 15
Figure 5-11: Setup Wizard’s Select Your Internet Service Provider Screen (France) 16
Figure 5-12: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL - 1483 Bridged Screen 16
Figure 5-13: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL - 1483 Routed Screen 17
Figure 5-14: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL - PPPoA Screen 17
Figure 5-15: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL - PPPoE Screen 18
Figure 5-16: Setup Wizard’s Set the Gateway’s Password Screen 18
Figure 5-17: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless Settings Screen 19
Figure 5-18: Setup Wizard’s SecureEasySetup Screen 20
Figure 5-19: SecureEasySetup Logo 20
Figure 5-20: Additional Information - Hardware Button 20
Figure 5-21: Additional Information - Software Button 20
Figure 5-22: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless Settings Screen 21
Figure 5-23: Setup Wizard’s Safe Surfing Screen 21
Figure 5-24: Setup Wizard’s Congratulations Screen 22
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Figure 5-25: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless Settings Screen 23
Figure 5-26: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Settings Screen 23
Figure 5-27: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - WPA Personal Screen 24
Figure 5-28: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - WPA2 Personal Screen 25
Figure 5-29: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - WPA2 Mixed Mode Screen 25
Figure 5-30: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - WEP (128-Bit) Screen 26
Figure 5-31: Setup Wizard’s Confirm New Settings Screen 27
Figure 5-32: Setup Wizard’s Norton Screen 27
Figure 5-33: Setup Wizard’s Congratulations Screen 28
Figure 6-1: Login Screen 31
Figure 6-2: Basic Setup 31
Figure 6-3: RFC 1483 Bridged - Dynamic IP 32
Figure 6-4: RFC 1483 Bridged - Static IP 32
Figure 6-5: RFC 1483 Routed 33
Figure 6-6: IPoA 33
Figure 6-7: RFC 2516 PPPoE 34
Figure 6-8: RFC 2364 PPPoA 34
Figure 6-9: Bridged Mode Only 35
Figure 6-10: Optional Settings 35
Figure 6-11: DDNS - DynDNS.org 37
Figure 6-12: DDNS - TZO.com 37
Figure 6-13: Advanced Routing 38
Figure 6-14: Routing Table 39
Figure 6-15: Basic Wireless Settings 40
Figure 6-16: Wireless Security - WPA-Personal 41
Figure 6-17: Wireless Security - WPA2-Personal 41
Figure 6-18: Wireless Security - WPA2-Mixed 42
Figure 6-19: Wireless Security - WEP 42
Figure 6-20: Wireless Access 43
Figure 6-21: MAC Address Filter List 43
Figure 6-22: Wireless Client MAC List 43
Figure 6-23: Advanced Wireless Settings 44
Figure 6-24: Firewall 45
Figure 6-25: VPN Passthrough 46
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Figure 6-26: Internet Access Policy 47
Figure 6-27: Internet Policy Summary 47
Figure 6-28: List of PCs 48
Figure 6-29: Single Port Forwarding 49
Figure 6-30: Port Range Forwarding 50
Figure 6-31: Port Triggering 51
Figure 6-32: DMZ 52
Figure 6-33: QoS 53
Figure 6-34: Management 54
Figure 6-35: Allowed IP - IP Range 54
Figure 6-36: Reporting 56
Figure 6-37: System Log 56
Figure 6-38: Diagnostics 57
Figure 6-39: Backup&Restore 57
Figure 6-40: Factory Defaults 58
Figure 6-41: Firmware Upgrade 58
Figure 6-42: Gateway 59
Figure 6-43: Local Network 60
Figure 6-44: DHCP Active IP Table 60
Figure 6-45: ARP/RARP Table 60
Figure 6-46: Wireless 61
Figure 6-47: Networked Computers 61
Figure 6-48: DSL Connection 62
Figure C-1: IP Configuration Screen 81
Figure C-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 81
Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 82
Figure D-1: Firmware Upgrade 83
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster. This Gateway will provide your
computers with a high-speed Internet connection as well as resources, including files and printers. Since the
Gateway is wireless, Internet access can be shared over the wired network as well as the wireless broadcast.
And since the Gateway has SpeedBooster technology, your wireless network performance is enhanced; in fact,
even non-SpeedBooster-equipped devices on your network will see a speed improvement when communicating
with SpeedBooster-enhanced equipment.
How does the Gateway do all of this? By connecting the Internet, as well as your computers and peripherals, to
the Gateway, then the Gateway can direct and control communications for your network.
To protect your data and privacy, the Gateway features an advanced firewall to keep out Internet intruders.
Wireless transmissions can be protected by powerful data encryption. In addition, you can safeguard your family
with parental control features such as Internet access restrictions and keyword blocking. You can configure the
Gateway’s settings through the easy-to-use, browser-based utility.
But what does all of this mean?
wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security
protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a
RADIUS server.
spi (stateful packet inspection) firewall: a technology
that inspects incoming packets of information before
allowing them to enter the network.
firewall: Security measures that protect the
resources of a local network from intruders.
Networks are useful tools for sharing Internet access and computer resources. You can access one printer from
different computers and access data located on another computer’s hard drive. Networks are even used for
playing multiplayer video games. So, networks not only are useful in homes and offices, but also can be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is
why the network is called “wired”. PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without
cumbersome cables. By sharing the same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a
wireless network. This is sometimes called a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. Since the Gateway has
wireless capabilities, it can bridge your wired and wireless networks, letting them communicate with each other.
With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files and Internet
access—and even play games. All the while, the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster protects your
networks from unauthorized and unwelcome users.
Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Gateway. If you do not wish to run
the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Gateway,
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 ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
nat (network address translation): NAT technology
translates IP addresses of a local area network to a
different IP address for the Internet.
network: a series of computers or devices
connected for the purpose of data sharing,
storage, and/or transmission between users
lan (local area network): The computers and
networking products that make up the network in
your home or office.
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What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes applications of the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning Your Network
This chapter describes the basics of networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
This chapter describes the physical features of the Gateway.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Gateway to your network.
• Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
This chapter explains how to set up the Gateway using its Setup Wizard.
• Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
This chapter explains how to configure the Gateway’s settings using its Web-based Utility.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter.
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Gateway.
• Appendix D: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Gateway if you should need to do so.
• Appendix E: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix F: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Gateway.
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What’s in this User Guide?
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• Appendix G: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Gateway.
• Appendix H: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Gateway.
• Appendix I: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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What’s in this User Guide?
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Chapter 2: Planning Your Network
The Gateway’s Functions
A Gateway is a network device that connects two networks together.
In this instance, the Gateway connects your Local Area Network (LAN), or the group of computers in your home or
office, to the Internet. The Gateway processes and regulates the data that travels between these two networks.
The Gateway’s NAT feature protects your network of computers so users on the public, Internet side cannot “see”
your computers. This is how your network remains private. The Gateway protects your network by inspecting
every packet coming in through the Internet port before delivery to the appropriate computer on your network.
The Gateway inspects Internet port services like the web server, ftp server, or other Internet applications, and, if
allowed, it will forward the packet to the appropriate computer on the LAN side.
Remember that the Gateway’s ports connect to two sides. The LAN ports connect to the LAN, and the ADSL port
connects to the Internet. The LAN ports transmit data at 10/100Mbps.
IP Addresses
What’s an IP Address?
IP stands for Internet Protocol. Every device on an IP-based network, including computers, print servers, and
Gateways, requires an IP address to identify its “location,” or address, on the network. This applies to both the
Internet and LAN connections. There are two ways of assigning an IP address to your network devices. You can
assign static IP addresses or use the Gateway to assign IP addresses dynamically.
Static IP Addresses
A static IP address is a fixed IP address that you assign manually to a computer or other device on the network.
Since a static IP address remains valid until you disable it, static IP addressing ensures that the device assigned
it will always have that same IP address until you change it. Static IP addresses must be unique and are
commonly used with network devices such as server computers or print servers.
Chapter 2: Planning Your Network
The Gateway’s Functions
Figure 2-1: Network
ip (internet protocol): a protocol used to send data
over a network
NOTE: Since the Gateway is a device that connects
two networks, it needs two IP addresses—one for
the LAN, and one for the Internet. In this User Guide,
you’ll see references to the “Internet IP address”
and the “LAN IP address.”
Since the Gateway uses NAT technology, the only IP
address that can be seen from the Internet for your
network is the Gateway’s Internet IP address.
However, even this Internet IP address can be
blocked, so that the Gateway and network seem
invisible to the Internet—see the Security - Firewall
tab in “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G ADSL
Gateway with SpeedBooster.”
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Since you use the Gateway to share your DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to find out if they have
assigned a static IP address to your account. If so, you will need that static IP address when configuring the
Gateway. You can get that information from your ISP.
Dynamic IP Addresses
A dynamic IP address is automatically assigned to a device on the network, such as computers and print servers.
These IP addresses are called “dynamic” because they are only temporarily assigned to the computer or device.
After a certain time period, they expire and may change. If a computer logs onto the network (or the Internet) and
its dynamic IP address has expired, the DHCP server will automatically assign it a new dynamic IP address.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Servers
Computers and other network devices using dynamic IP addressing are assigned a new IP address by a DHCP
server. The computer or network device obtaining an IP address is called the DHCP client. DHCP frees you from
having to assign IP addresses manually every time a new user is added to your network.
A DHCP server can either be a designated computer on the network or another network device, such as the
Gateway. By default, the Gateway’s DHCP Server function is enabled.
If you already have a DHCP server running on your network, you must disable one of the two DHCP servers. If you
run more than one DHCP server on your network, you will experience network errors, such as conflicting IP
addresses. To disable DHCP on the Gateway, see the DHCP section in “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G
ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.”
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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel
The Gateway’s ports and Reset button are located on a side panel.
Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel
Line The Line port connects to the ADSL line.
Ethernet (1-4) The Ethernet ports connect to your computers and other network devices.
Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Gateway's factory defaults. Either press the Reset Button,
for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Factory Defaults screen of
the Administration tab in the Gateway’s Web-based Utility.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
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Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel
IMPORTANT: Resetting the Gateway to factory
defaults will erase all of your settings
(including Internet connection, wireless, and
other settings) and replace them with the
factory defaults. Do not reset the Gateway if
you want to retain these settings.
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LEDs on Side Panel
The Gateway's LEDs, which indicate network activity, are located on the other side panel.
Figure 3-2: LEDs on Side Panel
(POWER) button When you want to power the Gateway on or off, push this button.
SecureEasySetup
button Orange/White. This button lights up orange when the Gateway is powered on. The color
orange indicates that SecureEasySetup mode is disabled, while the color white indicates
that SecureEasySetup mode is enabled. When the Gateway enters SecureEasySetup mode,
this button will turn white and start flashing. After the Gateway has generated the SSID and
WPA-PSK (also called WPA-Personal) key, the LED will stop flashing and stay white.
To clear the SSID and WPA-PSK key, press and hold down the button for five seconds. The
SecureEasySetup button will flash slowly as the Gateway resets itself. The SecureEasySetup
button will turn orange to indicate a successful reset.
NOTE: SecureEasySetup is a feature that
makes it easy to set up your wireless network.
If you have SecureEasySetup devices, run the
Router’s Setup Wizard CD-ROM and follow the
on-screen instructions to use SecureEasySetup.
POWER Green. The POWER LED lights up when the Gateway is powered on.
WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If
the LED is flashing, the Gateway is actively sending or receiving data to or from one of the
devices on the network.
ETHERNET (1-4) Green. The ETHERNET LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Gateway
is successfully connected to a device through the Ethernet port. If the LED is flashing, it is an
indication of any network activity.
DSL Green. The DSL LED lights up whenever there is a successful DSL connection. The LED
flashes while the Gateway is establishing the ADSL connection.
INTERNET Green. The INTERNET LED lights up green when an Internet connection to the Internet
Service Provider (ISP) is established. The INTERNET LED lights up red when the connection
to the ISP fails.
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
Overview
The installation technician from your ISP should have left the setup information for the modem with you after
installing your broadband connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request that data.
After you have the setup information you need for your specific type of Internet connection, you can begin
installation and setup of the Gateway.
If you want to use a computer with an Ethernet adapter to configure the Gateway, continue to “Wired Connection
to a Computer.” If you want to use a computer with a wireless adapter to configure the Gateway, continue to
“Wireless Connection to a Computer.”
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Wired Connection to a Computer
1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers.
2. Connect a phone cable from the Line port on the Gateway’s side panel to the wall jack of the ADSL line. A
small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone and wall jack to
prevent interference. Contact your ISP if you have any questions.
NOTE:
A small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone
and wall jack to prevent interference. Contact your ISP if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT: For countries that have phone jacks with RJ-11 connectors, make sure to only place
the microfilters between the phone and the wall jack and not between the Gateway and the wall
jack or your ADSL will not connect.
For countries that do not have phone jacks with RJ-11 connectors (e.g. France, Sweden,
Switzerland, United Kingdom, etc.), except for ISDN users, the microfilter has to be used between
the Gateway and the wall jack, because the microfilter will have the RJ-11 connector.
Annex B users (E1 and DE versions of the Gateway) must use the included network cable to connect
the Gateway to the wall jack or NTBA device. If you require splitters or special jacks, please contact
your service provider.
3. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the Ethernet ports (labeled 1-4) on the back of the
Gateway, and the other end to an Ethernet port on a computer.
Repeat this step to connect more computers, a switch, or other network devices to the Gateway.
4. Connect the power adapter to the Gateway’s Power port, and then plug the power adapter into a power outlet.
NOTE: You should always plug the Gateway’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
Power LED will flash for a few seconds, and then it will be solidly lit when the self-test is complete. If the LED
flashes for one minute or longer, see “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”
Figure 4-1: Connect the ADSL Line
Figure 4-2: Connect a PC
5. Power on one of your computers that is connected to the Gateway.
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Wired Connection to a Computer
Figure 4-3: Connect the Power
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Wireless Connection to a Computer
If you want to use a wireless connection to access the Gateway, follow these instructions:
1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Gateway and all computers.
2. Connect a phone cable from the Line port on the Gateway’s back panel to the wall jack of the ADSL line. A
small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone and wall jack to
prevent interference. Contact your ISP if you have any questions.
NOTE:
A small device called a microfilter (not included) may be necessary between each phone
and wall jack to prevent interference. Contact your ISP if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT: For countries that have phone jacks with RJ-11 connectors, make sure you only place
the microfilters between the phone and the wall jack and not between the Gateway and the wall jack
or your ADSL will not connect.
For countries that do not have phone jacks with RJ-11 connectors (e.g. France, Sweden, Switzerland,
United Kingdom, etc.), except for ISDN users, the microfilter has to be used between the Gateway and
the wall jack, because the microfilter will have the RJ-11 connector.
Annex B users (E1 and DE versions of the Gateway) must use the included network cable to connect
the Gateway to the wall jack or NTBA device. If you require splitters or special jacks, please contact
your service provider.
3. Connect the power adapter to the Power port, and then plug the power adapter into a power outlet.
The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the power adapter is connected properly. The
Power LED will flash for a few seconds, and then it will be solidly lit when the self-test is complete. If the LED
flashes for one minute or longer, see “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”
4. Power on one of the computers on your wireless network(s).
5. For initial access to the Gateway through a wireless connection, make sure the computer’s wireless adapter
has its SSID set to linksys (the Gateway’s default setting), and its wireless security is disabled. After you have
accessed the Gateway, you can change the Gateway and this computer’s adapter settings to match your usual
network settings.
Figure 4-4: Connect the ADSL Line
Figure 4-5: Connect the Power
NOTE: You should always change the SSID from
its default, linksys, and enable wireless security.
Go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.”
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Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster
Overview
The Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedure.
It will go through the instructions for configuring the Gateway’s network and wireless settings.
Using the Setup Wizard
1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and
the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that
appears, enter D:\setup.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
2. The Setup Wizard will automatically detect the language setting of your PC. On the initial Welcome screen,
click the Next button if you want to proceed with the Setup Wizard using the current language. If you want to
use a different language, select the appropriate language, and then click the Next button.
3. On the following Welcome screen, click the Click Here to Start button. These are your other choices:
Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language
Selection Screen
Norton Internet Security - Click the Norton Internet Security button to install the Norton Internet Security
software program.
User Guide - Click the User Guide button to open the PDF file of this User Guide.
Exit - Click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard.
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Figure 5-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start
Wizard Screen
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4. After reading the License Agreement, click the Next button if you accept, or click the Exit button to end the
installation. Click the Back button go back to the previous screen.
5. The Setup Wizard will ask you to disconnect your broadband modem from your PC. After you have done so,
click the Next button.
Figure 5-3: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement Screen
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Using the Setup Wizard
Figure 5-4: Setup Wizard’s Disconnect the Modem from
the PC Screen
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6. The Setup Wizard will ask you to connect your broadband modem to the Gateway. After you have done so,
click the Next button.
7. The Setup Wizard will ask you to connect a network cable to your PC. After you have done so, click the Next
button.
Figure 5-5: Setup Wizard’s Connect the Modem to the
Gateway Screen
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Using the Setup Wizard
Figure 5-6: Setup Wizard’s Connect a Network Cable to a
PC Screen
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8. The Setup Wizard will ask you to connect the other end of the network cable to the Gateway.
Then you can also connect additional PCs to the Gateway.
After you have done so, click the Next button.
9. The Setup Wizard will ask you to power on the Gateway. After you have done so, click the Next button.
Figure 5-7: Setup Wizard’s Connect the Network Cable
to the Gateway Screen
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Using the Setup Wizard
Figure 5-8: Setup Wizard’s Power on the
Gateway Screen
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10. Make sure the Gateway’s Power, DSL, and numbered LEDs (depending on the number of PCs connected) are
lit on its front panel. After you have done so, click the Next button.
11. You will be asked where you reside. Select the appropriate country from the drop-down menu. Then click the
Next button.
Figure 5-9: Setup Wizard’s Check the Gateway’s
Status Screen
NOTE: If your country is not listed, then use the Gateway’s Web-based Utility to configure your
settings. Refer to “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster” for
instructions.
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Using the Setup Wizard
Figure 5-10: Setup Wizard’s Select Your Country Screen
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12. The Internet Service Providers (ISPs) for your country will be listed. (The on-screen options will vary
depending on which country you selected on the previous screen.) Click the button for your ISP.
If your ISP is not listed, click the Next button to manually enter your settings.
13. If applicable, the Setup Wizard will automatically detect the Encapsulation type you use: 1483 Bridged, 1483
Routed, PPPoA, or PPPoE. To manually enter your settings, select your Encapsulation type: 1483 Bridged,
1483 Routed, PPPoA, or PPPoE.
NOTE: If your Encapsulation type is IPoA or Bridged Mode Only, you will have to use the
Gateway’s Web-based Utility to configure it. Refer to “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G
ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster” for instructions.
Proceed to the appropriate section for your Encapsulation type.
1483 Bridged
If you selected your ISP, then the Setup Wizard will automatically select the Encapsulation, VPI, VCI, and
Multiplexing settings. Then select the appropriate IP setting for your DSL connection.
If you need to manually enter your settings, use this screen.
VPI/VCI - If you need to manually enter your settings, enter the VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual
Channel Identifier) settings provided by your ISP.
Multiplexing - If you need to manually enter your settings, select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.
Auto IP - If you are using a dynamic IP address, then click the Auto IP radio button.
Static IP - If you are using a static IP address, then click the Static IP radio button. Complete the IP Address,
Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS (Domain Name System), and Secondary DNS fields. (You need to
enter at least one DNS server IP address.)
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Figure 5-11: Setup Wizard’s Select Your Internet Service
Provider Screen (France)
Figure 5-12: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL -
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1483 Routed
If you selected your ISP, then the Setup Wizard will automatically select the Encapsulation, VPI, VCI, and
Multiplexing settings. Then enter the appropriate IP settings for your DSL connection.
If you need to manually enter your settings, use this screen.
VPI/VCI - If you need to manually enter your settings, enter the VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual
Channel Identifier) settings provided by your ISP.
Multiplexing - If you need to manually enter your settings, select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.
Static IP - Complete the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS (Domain Name System),
and Secondary DNS fields. (You need to enter at least one DNS server IP address.)
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
PPPoA
If you selected your ISP, then the Setup Wizard will automatically select the Encapsulation, VPI, VCI, and
Multiplexing settings. Then enter the User ID and Password for your DSL connection.
If you need to manually enter your settings, use this screen.
Figure 5-13: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL -
1483 Routed Screen
VPI/VCI - If you need to manually enter your settings, enter the VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual
Channel Identifier) settings provided by your ISP.
Multiplexing - If you need to manually enter your settings, select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.
User ID and Password - Enter the User ID and Password provided by your ISP.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Select Keep Alive if you always want to be connected to your ISP, or select Connect on Demand if you are
charged for the time that you are connected to your ISP.
Keep Alive - If you select this option, the Gateway will check your Internet connection and keep it active.
Connect on Demand - If you select this option, the Gateway will terminate your Internet access after all
online applications have been closed for a specified period of time.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
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Figure 5-14: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL -
PPPoA Screen
NOTE: If you are charged for the time that you are
connected to your ISP, use the Gateway’s Web-
based Utility to select the Connect on Demand
feature. Refer to “Chapter 6: Configuring the
Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster” for
instructions.
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PPPoE
If you selected your ISP, then the Setup Wizard will automatically select the Encapsulation, VPI, VCI, and
Multiplexing settings. Then enter the User ID and Password for your DSL connection.
If you need to manually enter your settings, use this screen.
VPI/VCI - If you need to manually enter your settings, enter the VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual
Channel Identifier) settings provided by your ISP.
Multiplexing - If you need to manually enter your settings, select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.
User ID and Password - Enter the User ID and Password provided by your ISP.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Select Keep Alive if you always want to be connected to your ISP, or select Connect on Demand if you are
charged for the time that you are connected to your ISP.
Keep Alive - If you select this option, the Gateway will check your Internet connection and keep it active.
Connect on Demand - If you select this option, the Gateway will terminate your Internet access after all
online applications have been closed for a specified period of time.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
14. The Gateway provides a Web-based Utility you can use for configuring the Gateway from any networked PC.
Access to the Utility is protected by a password.
Password - The default password is admin. Change it to a password of your choice.
Confirm - Enter the password again in the Confirm field.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Figure 5-15: Setup Wizard’s Configure DSL -
PPPoE Screen
NOTE: If you are charged for the time that you are
connected to your ISP, use the Gateway’s Web-
based Utility to select the Connect on Demand
feature. Refer to “Chapter 6: Configuring the
Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster” for
instructions.
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Figure 5-16: Setup Wizard’s Set the Gateway’s
Password Screen
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15. There are two ways to configure the Gateway’s wireless settings, SecureEasySetup and manual
configuration.
If you have other SecureEasySetup devices, such as notebook adapters or printers, then you can use the
Gateway’s SecureEasySetup feature to create your wireless network. Proceed to the section, “Using the
Gateway’s SecureEasySetup Feature.”
NOTE: SecureEasySetup ONLY uses WPA-Personal security. If your current wireless devices do
not support WPA-Personal security OR you want to use WPA2 security, then you cannot use
SecureEasySetup on your network. You will need to manually configure the security settings for
your wireless network.
If you do not have other SecureEasySetup devices, if you would like to enter the wireless and security settings
yourself, or if you prefer not to use the security that is automatically set for you with SecureEasySetup, then
proceed to the section, “Manually Configuring the Gateway’s Wireless Settings.”
Figure 5-17: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless
Settings Screen
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Using the Gateway’s SecureEasySetup Feature
Read these instructions before you press any SecureEasySetup buttons. You should locate the SecureEasySetup
buttons of your devices before using the Gateway’s SecureEasySetup feature.
NOTE: SecureEasySetup ONLY uses WPA-Personal security. If your current wireless devices do
not support WPA-Personal security OR you want to use WPA2 security, then you cannot use
SecureEasySetup on your network. You will need to manually configure the security settings for
your wireless network.
1. Before you push any button, locate the SecureEasySetup button for each of your other SecureEasySetup
devices. If you are not sure where to find this button, click Where is my other SecureEasySetup button?
You will see a screen showing the SecureEasySetup logo. Click the Next button to continue or the Close
button to return to the Configure Wireless Settings screen.
You will see a screen with instructions on how to locate the SecureEasySetup hardware button. If your device
does not have a hardware button, it most likely will have a software button. Click the Next button for
instructions to locate the software button, or click the Close button to return to the Configure Wireless
Settings screen.
You will see a screen with instructions on how to locate the SecureEasySetup software button. Click the
Close button to return to the Configure Wireless Settings screen.
Figure 5-18: Setup Wizard’s SecureEasySetup Screen
Figure 5-19: SecureEasySetup Logo
Figure 5-20: Additional Information - Hardware Button
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Figure 5-21: Additional Information - Software Button
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2. Press the Gateway’s SecureEasySetup button on its front panel. After approximately two seconds, the button
will turn white and begin to blink.
If your other SecureEasySetup device is not yet installed, Click the Next button to continue and finish the
Router’s installation. Then, to install the other device, follow the instructions provided with that device for
SecureEasySetup.
If your other SecureEasySetup device is already installed, press the SecureEasySetup button on that
device within two minutes. (The button on that device may be on the device’s software that you will have to
click on-screen.) Click the Next button to continue and finish the Router’s installation.
To add other SecureEasySetup devices to your network, follow the instructions provided with each device.
NOTE: You can only add one SecureEasySetup device at a time.
3. After the settings have been saved, the Safe Surfing screen will appear. Click the Norton Internet Security
Suite button to install the special edition of Norton Internet Security on your computer, or click the Finish
button to complete the Setup Wizard.
Figure 5-22: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless
Settings Screen
Figure 5-23: Setup Wizard’s Safe Surfing Screen
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4. The Congratulations screen will appear. Click the Online Registration button to register the Gateway, or click
the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard.
Congratulations! The installation of the Wireless-G ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster is complete.
If you want to make advanced configuration changes, proceed to “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G
ADSL Gateway with SpeedBooster.”
Figure 5-24: Setup Wizard’s Congratulations Screen
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Manually Configuring the Gateway’s Wireless Settings
1. If you do not have other SecureEasySetup devices, or want to configure the wireless and security settings
yourself, then click the Enter Wireless Settings Manually button.
2. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network.
SSID - In the SSID field, enter the name of your wireless network. The SSID must be identical for all devices in
Figure 5-25: Setup Wizard’s Configure Wireless
Settings Screen
NOTE: An SSID is the network name shared by all devices in a wireless network. Your network’s
SSID should be unique to your network and identical for all devices within the network.
the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase).
Channel - Select the operating channel for your wireless network. All of your wireless devices will use this
channel to communicate.
Network Mode - From the Network Mode drop-down menu, select the wireless standards running on your
network. If you have both 802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed
Mode. If you have only 802.11g devices, select G-Only. If you have only 802.11b devices, select B-Only. If you
want to disable your wireless network, select Disable.
Device Name - Enter a name for the Gateway in the Device Name field.
Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
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Figure 5-26: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Settings Screen
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