Linksys WUSB54G User Manual

Wireless-G USB Network Adapter
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 6
The USB Port 6
The LED Indicators 6
Chapter 4: Setting up the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 7
Using the Setup Wizard 7
Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter 14
Connecting the Adapter 14
Using the Adapter’s Wall Mount 15
Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor 16
Using the Wireless Network Monitor Icon 16
Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor 17
Link Information 17
Site Survey 20
Profiles 21
Creating a New Profile 22
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 29
Common Problems and Solutions 29
Frequently Asked Questions 30
Appendix B: Wireless Security 33
Security Precautions 33
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 33
Appendix C: Windows Help 36
Appendix D: Glossary 37
Appendix E: Specifications 44

Linksys WUSB54G Specifications

General

Wi-Fi	Yes
Maximum data transfer rate	54 Mbit/s
Connectivity technology	Wireless
Wireless standard	IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g
Dimensions (WxDxH)	91 x 23 x 71 mm
Compliance industry standards	IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g, USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Product color	Blue
Storage temperature (T-T)	0 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 90 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 85 %

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	80 g