Buffalo WCR-G54 - User Manual

WCR-G54 Router Access Point Settings
1. At the back of router, set the switch to “Router” mode
2. Power on Buffalo Router, and wait for 2 minutes.
The “Power”, “Router” and “Wireless” indicators will be ON, and other
indicators will be OFF.
3. To reset the router, please insert “RESET” hole by a paper clip for about
10 seconds, and wait for 2 minutes.
The “Power”, “Router” and “Wireless” indicators will be ON, and other
indicators will be OFF.
4. Please use network cable to connect “LAN1” port on the ROUTER to
the Ethernet adapter on your PC. Make sure indicator besides “LAN1” is
ON.
Last Update 24April 2008 WCR-G54 Access Point Page 1

Summary

Initial Router Setup and Basic Configuration

Set Switch to Router Mode

Configure the router's switch to "Router" mode for initial setup.

Power On and Check Indicators

Power on the router and verify that Power, Router, and Wireless indicators are ON.

Reset Router Procedure

Insert a paper clip into the RESET hole for 10 seconds to reset the router.

Connect Router to PC

Connect the router's LAN1 port to your PC's Ethernet adapter using a network cable.

Wireless Network Configuration

Configure Wireless SSID and Channel

Set the SSID (network name) and choose a fixed wireless channel (e.g., 1, 6, 11).

Secure Wireless Network with WEP

Choose WEP encryption and set a 13-character WEP encryption key for security.

Connect Access Point to Existing Network

Set Switch to Bridge Mode

Change the router's switch to "Bridge" mode to connect it to an existing network.

Connect to Existing Network

Connect the router's LAN 1 port to your existing network to complete setup.

Buffalo WCR-G54 Specifications

General

Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11g
Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Maximum Data Rate	54 Mbps
Security	WEP, WPA, WPA2
Power Supply	5V DC
Ports	4 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Ports
Antenna Type	Detachable Antenna