Chapter 1: Introduction; Welcome - Linksys WUSB54G User Manual

Wireless-G USB Network Adapter

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. With this Adapter, your wireless networking
experience will be faster and easier than ever.
Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network at incredible speeds with the
Linksys Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. By incorporating two fast technologies—USB 2.0 and Wireless-G
(802.11g)—the Adapter delivers data rates up to 54Mbps (5 times as fast as 802.11b), without the trouble of
opening up the case of your desktop computer.
To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port. (It's compatible with both USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports,
but 2.0 will yield the fastest speeds.) It gets its power through the USB connection, so no power cord is
necessary. The included Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the Adapter to your wireless network
settings, step by step. The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter is also compatible with the Wireless-B (802.11b)
network standard, with data rates up to 11Mbps. And your wireless communications can be protected by 128-bit
encryption, so your data stays safe.
The Wireless-G USB Network Adapter's high-gain antenna lets you put your computer almost anywhere in the
building, without the cost and hassle of running cables. Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb
through the attic or cellar to get connected to the network. Once you're connected, you can keep in touch with
your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging to chat with friends, and share files and other resources
such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you install and use the Wireless-G USB Network Adapter. These
instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Adapter.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
network: a series of computers or devices
connected for the purpose of data sharing,
storage, and/or transmission between users.
adapter: a device that adds network functionality
to your PC.
802.11b: an IEEE wireless networking standard
that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of
11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
802.11g: an IEEE wireless networking standard
that specifies a maximum data transfer rate of
54Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.
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