Linksys WRT54GS User Manual

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Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
Wireless-G Broadband Router with SpeedBooster
RADIUS. This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a
RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along
with a key shared between the Router and the server. Then, select a Default Transmit Key (choose which Key to
use), and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. Last, either generate a
WEP key using the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
WEP. WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. To use WEP, select a Default Transmit
Key (choose which Key to use), and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits.
Then either generate a WEP key using the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router, turn to
“Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
Figure 6-18: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
(WPA Pre-Shared Key)
Figure 6-19: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
(WPA RADIUS)
IMPORTANT: If you are using WPA, always
remember that each device in your wireless
network MUST use the same WPA method
and shared key, or else the network will not
function properly.
radius: a protocol that uses an authentication
server to control network access

Linksys WRT54GS Specifications

Power

power supply	External, 12V DC, 0.5A
RF power output	18 dBm

Operating Environment

operating temperature	32ºF to 104ºF (0ºC to 40ºC)
storage temperature	-4ºF to 158ºF (-20ºC to 70ºC)
operating humidity	10~85% Non-condensing
storage humidity	5~90% Non-condensing

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	7.32” x 1.89” x 6.06” (186 mm x 48 mm x 154 mm)
weight	13.58 oz (385 g)