Application Diagram C.

Connect one end of an Ethernet net-

work cable to one of the LAN ports
This application diagram shows a typical scenario for the Wireless-G (labeled 1-4) on the back of the Configure the PCs
Broadband Router. Steps 1, 2, and 3 will explain how to connect the Router to Router, and the other end to an
a PC with an Ethernet adapter, configure the PC(s), and configure the Router’s Ethernet port on a PC.
basic settings. Before setting up the Router, make sure your PCs are configured to obtain an
This Quick Installation is meant to help you install the product quickly and easily. For detailed instructions on installation,
Repeat this step to connect addition- IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically from the Router.
Notebook with
configuration, and further setup options, please consult the User Guide. Wireless-G Adapter al PCs or other network devices to
the Router.
Instant Wireless Series®

Notebook with
C For Windows 98, Millennium, and XP using the default interface, refer to the
User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM or your Windows documentation.
Wireless-G Broadband Router Wireless 802.11b Adapter

There are two ways to configure D. Connect a different Ethernet network The following instructions apply only to Windows 2000 or XP using the
the Router. Choose one of the fol- cable from your cable or DSL Classic interface (in which the icons and menus look like previous Windows
lowing: modem to the Internet port on the versions).
Router’s rear panel. This is the only
• Run the Setup CD-ROM - It is port that will work for your modem A. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon.
strongly recommended that you connection. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
use the Setup CD-ROM to install
the Router. Insert the Setup CD-
ROM into the CD-ROM drive, and Cable or DSL Modem
Router
D B. Select the Local Area Connection
icon for the applicable Ethernet
follow the on-screen instructions. adapter (usually it is the first Local
PC with
Ethernet
E. Power on the following devices in this order: cable or DSL modem, Router, Area Connection listed). Double-
• Use this Quick Installation guide - Adapter and PCs. click the Local Area Connection.
WRT54G If you wish, you can use the Click the Properties button.
Router’s web-based utility to install F. Make sure the Power and Internet Link/Act LEDs on the front panel light
Package Contents
• One Wireless-G Broadband Router (1)
the Router. Proceed to Step 1, and Connect the Wireless-G up green.
follow the Quick Installation’s
• One Power Adapter (2)
• One Category 5 Ethernet Network Cable (3) instructions. Broadband Router The Diag LED will light up red for a few seconds when the Router goes
• One Setup CD-ROM with User Guide (4) through its self-diagnostic test. This LED will turn off when the self-test is
• One Quick Installation complete. If it does not turn off, refer to “Appendix A: Troubleshooting” of
• One Registration Card
A. Before you begin, make sure that you have the setup information for your
specific type of Internet connection. The installation technician from your the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM. B
ISP should have left this information with you after installing your broad-
band connection. If not, you can call your ISP to request the settings.
Proceed to Step 2.
B. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Continued on back
Router, PCs, and cable or DSL modem.
C. Make sure the box next to Internet D. For the Configuration Type setting, four connections types are offered G. To enable WEP encryption
Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Configure the Wireless-G through the drop-down menu. Each Setup screen and available features will (recommended), click the
Highlight Internet Protocol differ depending on which connection type you select. Enable radio button next to
(TCP/IP), and click the Properties Broadband Router WEP. Then click the Edit
button. Internet Configuration Type WEP Settings button, and
These instructions will show you how to configure the Router. You only need Automatic Configuration - DHCP: If you are connecting through DHCP customize the WEP encryp-
to configure the Router once using any computer you have set up. or a dynamic IP address from your ISP, keep this default setting. tion settings as needed (see
Figure G). Click the Apply
A. Open your web browser. Enter Static IP: If your ISP assigns you a static IP address, select Static IP from button to save your settings.
http://192.168.1.1 in its Address the drop-down menu. Complete the Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, For more information, refer
to the User Guide on the
G
Default Gateway, and DNS fields. You need to enter at least one DNS
field. Press the Enter key.
A address. Setup CD-ROM.
B. An Enter Network Password window will appear. Leave the User Name
H. On the Setup screen, click the Apply button to save your settings. Close
C field empty, and enter the default password, admin, in lowercase letters in
the Password field. (For added security, later you should change the default
PPPoE: If you are connecting through PPPoE, select PPPoE from the drop-
down menu. Complete the User Name and Password fields. the web browser.
to your own, using the Security tab of the web-based utility). Then click the
D. Select Obtain an IP address auto- OK button. PPTP: PPTP is a service used in Europe only. If you are using a PPTP con- I. Restart your computers so that they can obtain the Router’s new settings.
matically. Once the new window nection, check with your ISP for the necessary setup information.
appears, click the OK button. Click J. Test the setup by opening
the OK button again to complete the
C. The web-based utili-
ty will appear with When you are finished entering your Internet connection settings, click the your web browser from any J
PC configuration. the Setup tab select- Apply button to save your changes. computer and entering http://www.linksys.com/registration.
ed. If requested by
F. Restart your computer. E. To configure the Router for your wireless network, select the appropriate Congratulations! You’ve successfully configured the Router.
your ISP (usually
cable ISPs), com- network mode.
For more details, advanced configuration, or troubleshooting help, refer
plete the Host Name
Proceed to Step 3. to the User Guide on the Setup CD-ROM.
and Domain Name Mode
fields. Otherwise, Mixed: If you have Wireless-G and 802.11b devices in your network, then
For additional troubleshooting help, obtain assistance from one of the fol-
leave them blank. keep the default setting, Mixed.
lowing resources:
D G-Only: If you have only Wireless-G devices, select G-Only.
Technical Support 800-326-7114 (toll-free from US or Canada)
E-mail Support support@linksys.com
Website http://www.linksys.com or
Disable: If you want to disable wireless networking, select Disable.
http://support.linksys.com
FTP Site ftp://ftp.linksys.com
F. Customize the SSID and Channel settings as needed. For added security,
Sales Information 800-546-5797 (800-LINKSYS)
you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name and enable
WEP encryption in step G. QI_WRT54G-121002NC JL
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