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Linksys WRTU54G-TM User Manual

Linksys WRTU54G-TM
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Model No.
Broadband Router
Wireless-G
WRTU54G-TM
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11g
with 2 Phone Ports

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Linksys WRTU54G-TM Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelWRTU54G-TM
Wireless Standard802.11g
Frequency Band2.4 GHz
Maximum Wireless Speed54 Mbps
SecurityWEP, WPA, WPA2
Antennas2
Ports4 x 10/100 Ethernet

Summary

Copyright and Trademarks

How to Use This User Guide

Symbols used in this User Guide

Explains warning, note, and question mark symbols used in the guide.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Welcomes the user and introduces the Wireless-G Broadband Router.

What’s in this User Guide?

Outlines the contents and structure of the user guide.

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

Network Topology

Describes the basic structure and components of a wireless network.

Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode

Compares ad-hoc and infrastructure modes for wireless network setup.

Network Layout

Explains how the router connects to wireless and wired networks.

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router

The Back Panel

Details the ports and buttons located on the back of the router.

The Front Panel

Describes the LEDs and indicators on the front of the router.

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

Overview

Introduces the connection instructions for the router.

Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem

Provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the router to a modem.

Hardware Installation for Connection to An Existing Router

Guides on installing the router behind another existing router.

Placement Options

Details different methods for placing the router for optimal performance.

SIM Card Installation

Instructions for installing SIM cards for the phone ports.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

Overview

Introduces the router's configuration via the web-based utility.

The Setup Tab - Basic Setup

Configures general internet connection settings like DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE.

The Setup Tab - DDNS

Explains Dynamic Domain Name System for hosting services.

The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone

Allows cloning the MAC address for ISP registration.

The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing

Configures advanced routing modes like Router or Bridge.

The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings

Configures basic wireless network settings like SSID and channel.

The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security

Sets up wireless security using WPA/WPA2/WEP encryption.

The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter

Filters wireless access based on MAC addresses.

The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings

Adjusts advanced wireless parameters like transmission rate and beacon interval.

The Security Tab - Firewall

Configures firewall settings like SPI and WAN request blocking.

The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough

Allows VPN protocols (IPSec, PPTP, L2TP) to pass through the firewall.

The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access

Controls internet access for specific PCs and times.

The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward

Configures port forwarding for specific applications.

The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering

Sets up port triggering for dynamic port mapping.

The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ

Exposes a single PC to the internet for specific services.

The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS

Manages Quality of Service for network traffic prioritization.

The Administration Tab - Management

Manages router access and security settings like passwords.

The Administration Tab - Log

Configures logging of network traffic for monitoring.

The Administration Tab - Diagnostics

Provides tools for testing network connections (Ping, Traceroute).

The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults

Resets router settings to factory defaults.

The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade

Instructions for upgrading the router's firmware.

The Administration Tab - Config Management

Backs up or restores the router's configuration file.

The Status Tab - Router

Displays the current status of the router hardware and firmware.

The Status Tab - Local Network

Shows the status of the local network, including IP and MAC addresses.

The Status Tab - Wireless

Displays the status of the wireless network connection.

The Status Tab - Voice

Shows the status of the voice connection and call logs.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

Provides solutions for common issues encountered during setup and use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers common questions about the router's features and operation.

Appendix B: Wireless Security

Security Precautions

Lists essential security measures for wireless networks.

Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks

Explains common security risks and how to mitigate them.

Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware

Appendix D: Windows Help

TCP/IP

Explains the importance of TCP/IP for network communication.

Shared Resources

Guides on sharing network resources using Windows Help.

Network Neighborhood/My Network Places

Explains how to view other PCs on the network via Windows Help.

Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter

Windows 2000 or XP Instructions

Steps to find MAC/IP address in Windows 2000/XP.

Windows Vista Instructions

Steps to find MAC/IP address in Windows Vista.

For the Router’s Web-based Utility

How to use MAC address cloning and filtering in the router utility.

Appendix F: Glossary

Appendix G: Specifications

Appendix H: Warranty Information

Appendix I: Regulatory Information

FCC Statement

FCC compliance statement regarding interference and operation.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Statement on FCC radiation exposure limits and installation.

Industry Canada Statement

Industry Canada compliance for radio interference and operation.

Industry Canada Radiation Exposure Statement

IC radiation exposure limits and installation guidelines.

Appendix J: Software License Agreement

Software in Linksys Products

Introduces software licensing for Linksys products.

Software Licenses

Information on where to find software licenses.

Schedule 1 - Linksys Software License Agreement

The main Linksys software license agreement.

Schedule 2 (GNU General Public License)

GNU General Public License terms for open source software.

Schedule 3 (GNU Lesser General Public License)

GNU Lesser General Public License terms for libraries.

Schedule 4 (OpenSSL License)

OpenSSL license terms for cryptographic software.

Appendix K: Contact Information

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