LINKSYS WUSB54GV4 User Manual

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.

GHz

2.4

®

Model No.

802.11g

WIRELESS

WUSB54G

Wireless-G

USB Network Adapter

User Guide

Wireless-G USB Network Adapter

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4

Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 4

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 6

The USB Port 6
The LED Indicators 6

Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 7

Using the Setup Wizard 7

Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 14

Connecting the Adapter 14
Using the Adapter’s Wall Mount 15

Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor 16

Using the Wireless Network Monitor Icon 16
Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor 17
Link Information 17
Site Survey 20
Profiles 21
Creating a New Profile 22

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 29

Common Problems and Solutions 29
Frequently Asked Questions 30

Appendix B: Wireless Security 33

Security Precautions 33
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 33

Appendix C: Windows Help 36
Appendix D: Glossary 37
Appendix E: Specifications 44

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Appendix F: Warranty Information 46
Appendix G: Regulatory Information 47
Appendix H: Contact Information 49

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List of Figures

Figure 3-1: USB Port 6
Figure 3-2: Front Panel 6
Figure 4-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen 7
Figure 4-2: Setup Wizard’s License Agreement 7
Figure 4-3: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Mode Screen 8
Figure 4-4: Setup Wizard’s Ad-Hoc Mode Settings Screen 8
Figure 4-5: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security Screen 9
Figure 4-6: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - WEP Screen 9
Figure 4-7: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - PSK Using TKIP Screen 10
Figure 4-8: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - PSK Using AES Screen 10
Figure 4-9: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-TLS Screen 11
Figure 4-10: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP Screen 11
Figure 4-11: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-TLS Screen 12
Figure 4-12: Setup Wizard’s Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP Screen 12
Figure 4-13: Setup Wizard’s Check Settings Screen 13
Figure 4-14: Digital Signature Not Found Screen 13
Figure 4-15: Setup Wizard’s Congratulations Screen 13
Figure 5-1: How the Adapter Connects to Your PC 14
Figure 5-2: Adapter’s USB Port 14
Figure 5-3: PC’s USB Ports 14
Figure 5-4: Digital Signature Not Found Screen 14
Figure 5-5: Using the Wall Mount - Step A 15
Figure 5-6: Using the Wall Mount - Step B 15
Figure 5-7: Using the Wall Mount - Step C 15
Figure 6-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon 16
Figure 6-2: Windows XP - Use Windows XP Wireless Configuration 16
Figure 6-3: Windows XP - Use Linksys Wireless Network Monitor 16
Figure 6-4: Link Information 17
Figure 6-5: More Information - Wireless Network Status 18
Figure 6-6: More Information-Network Statistics 19

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Figure 6-7: Site Survey 20
Figure 6-8: WEP Key Needed for Connection 20
Figure 6-9: PSK (Pre-Shared Key) Needed for Connection 20
Figure 6-10: Profiles 21
Figure 6-11: Import a Profile 21
Figure 6-12: Export a Profile 21
Figure 6-13: Create a New Profile 22
Figure 6-14: Enter Profile Name 22
Figure 6-15: Network Settings for New Profile 22
Figure 6-16: Wireless Mode for New Profile 23
Figure 6-17: Ad-Hoc Mode Settings for New Profile 23
Figure 6-18: Wireless Security for New Profile 24
Figure 6-19: Wireless Security - WEP for New Profile 24
Figure 6-20: Wireless Security - PSK for New Profile 25
Figure 6-21: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile 26
Figure 6-22: Wireless Security - PSK + RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile 26
Figure 6-23: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-TLS for New Profile 27
Figure 6-24: Wireless Security - RADIUS Using EAP-PEAP for New Profile 27
Figure 6-25: Confirm New Settings for New Profile 28
Figure 6-26: Congratulations for New Profile 28