Linksys WRT54GS Operation manual

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Product Data
Wireless
WRT54GS
The Wireless-G Networking Solution with
SpeedBooster Performance Enhancement
Internet-sharing
Router, 4-port Switch,
and performance
enhanced Wireless-G
(802.11g) Access
Point
High security: Industry-
leading Parental Control
capability, 128-bit wireless
encryption, powerful SPI
firewall
Shares a single Internet
connection and other
resources with Ethernet
wired, Wireless-G, -B,
and SpeedBooster
devices
New SpeedBooster
technology increases
wireless network per-
formance by up to
35%
The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster is
really three devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless
Access Point, which lets you connect Wireless-G, Wireless-B,
and other performance-enhanced SpeedBooster devices
to the network. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/
100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices
together. Finally, the Router function ties it all together and
lets your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL
Internet connection.
The Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster
incorporates the next generation of Wireless-G (802.11g)
networking. SpeedBooster technology is a compatible
add-on to standard Wireless-G, which increases "real-world"
wireless network performance by up to 35%. Unlike other
speed-enhancing technologies, SpeedBooster is fully
Broadband Router
Wireless-G
with SpeedBooster
802.11 compliant, and a "good neighbor" to other wireless
devices and technologies, using a single 2.4GHz channel as
specified by the official wireless standard. And, unlike other
technologies, with SpeedBooster you'll see an overall speed
improvement even when running a mixed network of
SpeedBooster and regular Wireless-G devices.
To protect your data and privacy, the Router can protect all
wireless transmissions with 128-bit encryption. The Router can
serve as a DHCP Server, has a powerful SPI firewall to protect
your PCs against intruders and most known Internet attacks,
and supports VPN pass-through. Configuration is a snap with
the web browser-based configuration utility.
The Router also enables the new Linksys Parental Control
Service,* which makes it easy for you to keep your family safe
on the Internet. First, set individual profiles for time-of-day and
day-of-week access restrictions. Then, choosing from 16
different web content categories, you control what each family
member is allowed to see. E-mail and instant messaging filters
let you decide who can send messages to, and receive
messages from, your family. View on-line individualized activity
reports anytime. A free trial of the Service is included with the
Router.
With the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router with
SpeedBooster at the center of your home or office network,
you can share a high-speed Internet connection, files, printers,
and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and security
you need!
* Parental Control available to US and Canada customers only.
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster

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Linksys
A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
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Irvine, CA 92612 USA
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WRT54GS
Package Contents
• Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster
• Setup CD-ROM with Symantec Internet Security
•UserGuideonCD-ROM
• Power Adapter
• Ethernet Network Cable
• Quick Installation for Router
• Quick Installation for Parental Control Service
• Parental Control Service Brochure
• Registration Card
Wireless-G
Minimum Requirements
• 200 MHz or faster processor
• 64 MB of RAM
• Internet Explorer 5.5 or Netscape
Navigator 6.1 or higher for web-
based configuration
• Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
•NetworkAdapter
Specifications
Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE
802.11b
Channels 11 Channels (US, Canada)
13 Channels (Europe)
Ports One 10/100 RJ-45 Port, Four 10/100 RJ-45
Switched Ports
Buttons Power Port, Reset Button
Cabling Type UTP CAT 5
LEDs Power, DMZ, WLAN, LAN (1, 2, 3, 4), Internet
Security Features Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) Firewall,
Internet Policy, Parental Control
Wireless Security TKIP, AES, 802.1x, WEP, Wireless MAC Filtering
Environmental
Dimensions 7.32" x 1.89" x 7.87"
W x H x D (186 mm x 48 mm x 200 mm)
Unit Weight 17 oz. (0.482 kg)
Power 12V 1A DC
Certifications FCC, IC-03, CE
Operating Temp. 32ºF to 104ºF (0ºC to 40ºC)
Storage Temp. -4ºF to 158ºF (-20ºC to 70ºC)
Operating Humidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing
Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-Condensing
WRT54GS-DS-40225NC-BW
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004
Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Broadband Router with SpeedBooster
Features
• Complies with 802.11g and
802.11b (2.4GHz) Standards
• SpeedBooster technology
increases wireless perfor-
mance by up to 35%
• Enhanced Internet Security
Management Functions
including Internet Access Poli-
cies with Time Schedules
• All LAN Ports Support Auto-
Crossover (MDI/MDI-X) - No
Need for Crossover Cables
• Free technical support—24
hours a day, 7 days a week,
toll-free US calls
• 3-year limited warranty