Chapter 1: Introduction; The Wireless-G Game Adapter; Features - Linksys WGA54G User Manual

Appendix B: Glossary
Appendix C: Specifications
Environmental
Appendix D: Warranty Information
Appendix E: Contact Information

Chapter 1: Introduction

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The Wireless-G Game Adapter

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The Wireless-G Game Adapter gives any wired Ethernet-equipped game con-
35 sole wireless connection capabilities. The Game Adapter can be used in two
35 different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network and a cable or
DSL Internet connection, the Game Adapter lets your PlayStation
36 GameCube
running wires to the game room. Or, use a pair of Game Adapters to form a
37 "cable-less cable" between two game consoles for head-to-head gaming—in
the same room, or all the way across the house.
It's completely driver-free, so it works on any platform. Since there's no driv-
ers to load, setup is a snap. In some cases, it works right out of the box! If your
setup's a little different—just configure the network settings through your PC's
web browser, plug it into your game box, and go.
The Wireless-G Game Adapter provides lag-free gaming with communication
speeds up to 54Mbps when connected to other Wireless-G devices. It can also
connect to Wireless-B (802.11b) devices and networks at 11Mbps.
Spend your time gaming, not stringing wires, with the Linksys Wireless-G
Game Adapter.

Features

• Compatible with all 802.11b and draft 802.11g compliant devices
• Operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range for maximum distance
• Dynamically shifts channels and wireless networks based on signal strength
and link quality for maximum availability and reliability of connection
• Utilizes up to 128 Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to ensure security
• Works with all network-ready game consoles, including Xbox, Playstation
2* and GameCube*
*May require additional Network Adapter Accessory
™ attach to the network so you can get into online games without
® 2, Xbox ™ or
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