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Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point
Navigating the Utility
Wireless-G Access Point
Wireless
You will use the Wireless tabs to enter a variety of wireless settings for the Access Point.
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Basic Wireless Settings
. Enter the network mode, SSID, and other basic settings on this screen.
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Wireless Security
. Use this screen to configure the Access Point’s wireless security settings.
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Wireless MAC Filter
. From this screen, you can allow or block access to your wireless network.
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Advanced Wireless Settings
. Configure the Access Point’s more advanced wireless settings.
Administration
You will use the Administration tabs to manage the Access Point.
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Management
. This screen allows you to customize the password settings, as well as back up or restore the
Access Point’s configuration file.
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SNMP
. Configure the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) settings on this screen.
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Log
. Configure the Log settings for the Access Point on this screen.
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Factory Defaults
. Use this screen to reset the Access Point to its factory default settings.
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Firmware Upgrade
. Upgrade the Access Point’s firmware on this screen.
Status
You will be able to view status information for your local and wireless network.
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Local Network
. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its local network.
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Wireless Network
. This screen will display current information on the Access Point and its wireless network.
firmware:
the programming code that runs a
networking device.
snmp:
the standard e-mail protocol on the Internet.
