LINKSYS WGA11BV1 User Manual

Wireless-B Game

Adapter

Use this guide to install: WGA11B User Guide

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Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2003 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Linksys is a registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Linksys guarantees that every Wireless-B Game Adapter will be free from physical defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications section of this User Guide.

This Warranty is valid and may be processed only in the country of purchase.

If the product proves defective during this warranty period, go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for complete RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) assistance. You can also call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a RMA Number. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE AND A BARCODE FROM THE PRODUCT’S PACKAGING ON HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the RMA Number clearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of purchase. All customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada shall be held responsible for shipping and handling charges.

IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. LINKSYS DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR ANY PRODUCT. Linksys makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity. Please direct all inquiries to:

Linksys P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623.

SAFETY AND REGULATORY NOTICES

FCC STATEMENT

This Wireless-B Game Adapter has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

•Increase the separation between the equipment or devices

•Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s

•Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Linksys could void the user’s authority to operate the device.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.

•Access points with 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz integrated antenna must operate with a sepa-

ration distance of at least 20 cm from all persons using the cable provided and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

End-users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Note: Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located.

INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The use of this device in a system operating either partially or completely outdoors may require the user to obtain a license for the system according to the Canadian regulations.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE)

Linksys Group declares that the product included in the Instant Wireless Series conforms to the specifications listed below, following the provisions of the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC:

•ETS 300-826, 301 489-1 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.

•EN 609 50 Safety

•ETS 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.

Note: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation. For more details, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance.

Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level of above 100 mW are considered as not compliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use within the European community and countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and/or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03. For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact Linksys Corporate Compliance.

•Linksys Group vakuuttaa täten että Wireless-B Game Adapter tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY, direktiivin 89/336/EEC ja direktiivin 73/23/EEC oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojen mukainen.

•Linksys Group déclare que le pont Ethernet sans fil B est conforme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive 1999/5/EC, la directive 89/336/EEC, et à la directive 73/23/EEC.

•Belgique B L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 (2462 MHz), 12 (2467 MHz), et 13 (2472 MHz).

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT.

•France F: Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, et 2472 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute utilisation, qu'elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter l'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

•France F: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, and 2472 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow.

•Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

•Germany D: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow.

•Italia I: E' necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e' permessa.

•Italy I: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed.

•the Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow.

•Nederlands NL Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction	1
The Wireless-B Game Adapter	1
Features	1
Chapter 2: Getting to Know the
Wireless-G Game Adapter	2
The Game Adapter’s Back Panel	2
The Game Adapter’s Front Panel LEDs	3
Chapter 3: Planning Your Wireless Network	4
Network Topology	4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode	4
Chapter 4: Setting Up the
Wireless-G Game Adapter for Network Play	7
Connecting the Game Adapter	7
Setting Up the Game Adapter	8
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-B
Game Adapter with the Setup Wizard	8
Appendix A: Troubleshooting	12
Frequently Asked Questions	12
Appendix B: Glossary	13
Appendix C: Specifications	18
Environmental	18
Appendix D: Warranty Information	19
Appendix E: Contact Information	20

Chapter 1: Introduction

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The Wireless-B Game Adapter

The Wireless-B Game Adapter gives any wired-Ethernet-equipped game console wireless connection capabilities. The Game Adapter can be used in two different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network with a cable or DSL Internet connection, the Game Adapter lets your PlayStation®2, Xbox™ or GameCube™ attach to the network so you can get into online games without running wires to the game room. Or, use a pair of Game Adapters to form a "cable-less cable" between two game consoles for head-to-head gaming -- in the same room, or all the way across the house.

It's completely driver-free, so there's no software-installation hassle, and it works on any platform. And the innovative Channel Selector Button with LED display makes wireless network configuration into child's play. If you're using two Game Adapters, just press their Channel Selector Buttons until the channel numbers match, and you're connected. To connect to an existing wireless network, press the Button to select Infrastructure mode. If your setup's a little different, there's an easy-to-use PC-based Setup Wizard to guide you through. Then just plug the Adapter into your game box, and go.

The Wireless-B Gaming Adapter provides lag-free gaming with communication speeds up to 11Mbps. So spend your time gaming, not stringing wires, with the Linksys Wireless-B Gaming Adapter.

Features

•Easy-to-use toggle switch for instant wireless configuration

•Compatible with popular 802.11b devices for high-speed wireless gaming

•Compact size allows easy placement and maximum portability

•Compatible with most network-ready game consoles

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-B Game Adapter

The Game Adapter’s Back Panel

The Back Panel, shown in Figure 2-1, is where you’ll connect the Game Adapter and find the Reset button.

Channel Selector The Channel Selector button selects the channel, when using the Game Adapter in Adhoc mode, or Infrastructure (IN), when using the Game Adapter in Infrastructure mode, for fast setup.

Reset	The Reset button resets the
	Game Adapter to its factory
	default settings.
X - II	This switch toggles the
	Network	port	between
	crossover mode (X) and
	straight-through mode (II). If
	you are connecting the Game
	Adapter directly to a computer
	or to an Uplink port, choose
	straight-through (II).
Network	The Network port is where you
	will connect the Ethernet net-
	work cable.
Power	The Power port is where you
	will connect the power adapter.

Figure 2-1

The Game Adapter’s LEDs

The Game Adapter’s LEDs, shown in Figure 2-2, display the activity on your network.

	Figure 2-2
Ethernet	Green. The Ethernet LED will light up when data is trans-
	mitted over the Ethernet cable.
Wireless	Green. The Wireless LED will be lit steadily when the
	Game Adapter is connected to the wired network. The LED
	will blink when there is network traffic.

Wireless Channel When using the Channel Selector button for fast setup, this will display the channel on which the Game Adapter is broadcasting (1 - 11) or indicated Infrastructure (IN), when using the Game Adapter in Infrastructure mode, for fast setup.

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