Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Router’s Ports The Router’s LEDs The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Overview The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS Network The Setup Tab - DDNS The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter...
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Windows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based Utility Appendix F: Glossary Appendix G: Specifications Appendix H: Warranty Information Limited Warranty Appendix I: Regulatory Information Appendix J: Software License Agreement Software in Linksys Products Software Licenses Appendix K: Contact Information...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs Figure 3-4: The Router’s 3G/UMTS Data Card Slot Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Figure 4-3: Connect the Broadband Modem Figure 4-4: Connect Your Computer Figure 4-5: Connect the Power...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband. The Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks.
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• Appendix J: Software License Agreement This appendix supplies information regarding software licensing. • Appendix K: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Vodafone and Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in this User Guide?
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless network.
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3G/UMTS Broadband’s four Ethernet LAN ports. To add more ports, any of the Router's LAN ports can be connected to any of Linksys's switches. With these, and many other Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international for more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Router’s Ports The Router's ports and Reset button are located on the side panel with the antenna port. Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports (Antenna) The antenna port is where you will attach the Router’s antenna.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Router’s LEDs The Router’s LEDs are located on the Router’s other side panel. Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs 3G/UMTS Button This button allows you to connect to and disconnect from the HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS network (you can also use the Basic Setup tab of the Router’s web-based utility).
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot The Router’s 3G/UMTS slot is located on the Router’s top panel. Figure 3-4: The Router’s 3G/UMTS Data Card Slot 3G/UMTS Slot Insert the Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS data card (available separately) into this slot if the Router will connect to a HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Overview Most users who are connecting the Router to the Internet for the first time can proceed to the appropriate chapter about the Setup Wizard and use this chapter as reference on how to connect the hardware. There are three chapters about the Setup Wizard available.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 4. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer 5. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 1. Power down your network devices. 2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 5. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Figure 4-4: Connect Your Computer 6. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Router.
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router NOTE: Steps 1-4 are instructions for a typical Linksys router; however, if you are using a non- Linksys router, refer to the other router’s documentation for instructions on how to change its local IP address to 192.168.2.1.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 9. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you want to connect to the Router. Disconnect the selected computers or devices from the other router, and then connect them to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Figure 4-8: Connect Your Computer 10.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Placement Options There are three ways to place the Router. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Router vertically on a surface. The third way is to mount it on a wall. The second and third options are explained in further detail below.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wall-Mount Option The Router has four wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between two adjacent slots is 68 mm 68 mm (2,68 inches). (2,68 inches) Before you begin, make sure you have two screws that are size #4—this indicates a diameter measurement of 2,845 mm (0,112 inches).
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service. If you want to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Using the Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter D:\SetupWizard.exe (if “D”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 4. Click the 3G/UMTS or GPRS radio button to configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service. NOTE: If you click the Broadband WAN Only radio button to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 7. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button. 8. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. Then connect additional computers or other devices to the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 9. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. 10. Make sure the LEDs on the Router light up. The Power LED will flash for a few seconds while the Router goes through its self-diagnostics test.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 11. If you do NOT see the Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card screen, proceed to step 13. If the Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card is not inserted or recognized, you will be prompted to insert your Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card. Follow the Vodafone instructions to insert the SIM card into your Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 13. Based on the settings of the SIM card, the following information will be displayed: Home Network, Service, 3G/UMTS/GPRS Connection, APN, APN Username (depending on the country), Password (depending on the country), and Pin Code (depending on the SIM card). DNS supplied by network will be automatically selected. Service - Select the appropriate services from the Service options: 3G/UMTS Preferred (Recommended), 3G/UMTS Only, or GPRS Only.
16. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network. Wireless Network Name - In the Wireless Network Name field, enter the name of your wireless network, also called the SSID. The name must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase).
Disabled and use the Router’s web-based utility to configure your wireless security settings. Click the Next button. You will see a warning message. Linksys strongly recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorised users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges.
The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.) Key 1 - The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 18. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it saves them. Click the Yes button if you are satisfied with your settings, or click the No button if you do not want to save your new settings. 19.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for broadband WAN service only, such as cable or DSL service. If you want to configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service.”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 3. On the following Welcome screen, click the Click Here to Start button if this is the first time you are running the Setup Wizard. These are your other choices: User Guide - Click the User Guide button to open the PDF file of this User Guide. Exit - Click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 5. Make sure the Router is powered off. 6. Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from your computer. (This is the cable that connects the computer to your modem.) Then click the Next button. 7. Connect the cable from the modem to the Internet port on the Router. (This is the same cable that you just disconnected from your computer.) Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 8. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button. 9. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. Connect additional computers or other devices to the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 10. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. 11. Make sure the Power, Internet, and at least one of the numbered LEDs on the Router light up. If they do not light up, make sure the cables are securely connected.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 12. Select the Internet connection type you use: Cable (DHCP), DSL (PPPoE), or Static IP. Proceed to the appropriate section for your Internet connection type. NOTE: If the Internet connection type you use is not listed here, keep the default, Cable (DHCP) for now, and click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Static IP IP Address - Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask- Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP. Gateway - Enter the Gateway IP address provided by your ISP. DNS 1-2 - Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address(es) provided by your ISP. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
15. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network. Wireless Network Name - In the Wireless Network Name field, enter the name of your wireless network, also called the SSID. The name must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase).
Disabled and use the Router’s web-based utility to configure your wireless security settings. Click the Next button. You will see a warning message. Linksys strongly recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorised users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges.
The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.) Key 1 - The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband WPA2-Personal To use WPA2-Personal security, enter a Passphrase that is 8-32 characters in length. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 18. The Congratulations screen will appear. Click the Online Registration button to register the Router, or click the Exit button to exit the Setup Wizard. Congratulations! The installation of the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband is complete. If you want to make advanced configuration changes, proceed to “Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband.”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service. To configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS Service.”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Using the Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter D:\SetupWizard.exe (if “D”...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 4. Click the Broadband WAN and 3G/UMTS or GPRS radio button to configure the Router for both broadband WAN and HSDPA/3G/UMTS or GPRS service. NOTE: If you click the 3G/UMTS or GPRS radio button to configure the Router for HSDPA/3G/ UMTS or GPRS service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for HSDPA/3G/ UMTS or GPRS Service.”If you click the Broadband WAN Only radio button to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 7. Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from your computer. (This is the cable that connects the computer to your modem.) Then click the Next button. 8. Connect the cable from the modem to the Internet port on the Router. (This is the same cable that you just disconnected from your computer.) Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 9. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button. 10. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. Connect additional computers or other devices to the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 11. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. 12. Make sure the Power, Internet, and at least one of the numbered LEDs on the Router light up. If they do not light up, make sure the cables are securely connected.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 13. If you do NOT see the Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card screen, proceed to step 15. If the Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card is not inserted or recognized, you will be prompted to insert your Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card. Follow the Vodafone instructions to insert the SIM card into your Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS Card.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 15. Based on the settings of the SIM card, the following information will be displayed: Home Network, Service, 3G/UMTS/GPRS Connection, APN, APN Username (depending on the country), Password (depending on the country), and Pin Code (depending on the SIM card). DNS supplied by network will be automatically selected. Service - Select the appropriate services from the Service options: 3G/UMTS Preferred (Recommended), 3G/UMTS Only, or GPRS Only.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 17. Select the Internet connection type you use: Cable (DHCP), DSL (PPPoE), or Static IP. Proceed to the appropriate section for your Internet connection type. NOTE: If the Internet connection type you use is not listed here, keep the default, Cable (DHCP) for now, and click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Static IP IP Address - Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask- Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP. Gateway - Enter the Gateway IP address provided by your ISP. DNS 1-2 - Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address(es) provided by your ISP. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
20. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network. Wireless Network Name - In the Wireless Network Name field, enter the name of your wireless network, also called the SSID. The name must be identical for all devices in the network. The default setting is linksys (all lowercase).
Disabled and use the Router’s web-based utility to configure your wireless security settings. Click the Next button. You will see a warning message. Linksys strongly recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorised users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges.
The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.) Key 1 - The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband WPA2-Personal To use WPA2-Personal security, enter a Passphrase that is 8-32 characters in length. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 22. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it saves them. Click the Yes button if you are satisfied with your settings, or click the No button if you do not want to save your new settings. 23.
3G/UMTS Broadband Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the web-based utility to configure the Router. For advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the web-based utility.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Basic Setup tab, which lets you change the Router's general settings. 3G/UMTS Setup Configure the HSDPA/3G/UMTS and/or GPRS settings for the Router in this section. Mobile Connection.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband • Static IP. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP. Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection terminates.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband DHCP Server Settings The Router can be used as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Select the mode you want the Router to use for its DHCP server function.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Static DNS (1-3). The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use another, type that IP Address in one of these fields.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS Network Configure mobile network settings and view mobile status information for the Router. Some of these settings are automatically configured and, in most cases, do not need to be changed unless you are instructed to do so. Mobile Network Settings PIN Code.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband then the Router will not receive a reply. To restore the connection, reboot the Router to restore all settings; the data card will automatically try to connect after the Router powers up. If you enable this feature, then the Router reboots after the specified number of seconds since the last ICMP reply was received.
User Name. The User Name is automatically entered by the Router. Do not change this setting unless told to do so by either Vodafone or LInksys technical support, or the IT manager of your company. If you have access to a private APN, you can enter the new User Name here.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 3G/UMTS Card Status Card Model. Displayed here is the model number of your Vodafone card. Card Revision. This is the revision number of your Vodafone card. Card Firmware. This is the firmware version of your Vodafone card. IMSI.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Setup Tab - DDNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router with the MAC Address Clone feature.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the type(s) of advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing will automatically adjust how packets travel on your network. Static Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination.
(use any of the characters on the keyboard). Make sure this setting is the same for all devices in your wireless network. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name. Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network settings.
Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.) These four are briefly discussed here. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router, turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.” IMPORTANT: Linksys strongly recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorised users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband WPA Enterprise. This option features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, select the type of WPA algorithm you want to use, TKIP + AES, or AES.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband WPA2 Enterprise. This option features WPA2 used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) WPA2 automatically uses TKIP + AES or AES with dynamic encryption keys.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband RADIUS. This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the Router and the server.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter. To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or blocking access, click Enable. If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, select Disable.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an expert administrator as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance. Advanced Wireless Authentication Type.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages. The default value is 1. Fragmentation Threshold. This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into multiple packets.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Security Tab - Firewall Firewall Firewall Protection. Enable this feature to employ Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) for more detailed review of data packets entering your network environment. Block WAN Requests Block Anonymous Internet Requests. Use this feature to prevent your network from being “pinged,” or detected, by other Internet users.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Use this screen to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall. VPN Passthrough IPSec Passthrough. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Security Tab - PPTP Mobile Login Status. To log in to PPTP Mobile, click Connect. User Name. Enter your PPTP Mobile user name in the field. Password. Enter your PPTP Mobile password in the field. PPTP Server.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Internet access, designated services, websites, and inbound traffic during specific days and times. Internet Access Internet Access Policy.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband To add a service, enter the service’s name in the Service Name field. Select its protocol from the Protocol drop-down menu, and enter its range in the Port Range fields. Then click the Add button. To modify a service, select it from the list on the right.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering The Port Triggering screen allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP address of the computer that sends the matching data is remembered by the Router, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port Range Forward feature is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Ethernet Port Priority Port 1-4, Priority, and Flow Control. Ethernet Port Priority QoS allows you to prioritize performance for four of the Router’s ports, Ethernet (LAN) Ports 1-4. For each of these ports, select High or Low for Priority. For Flow Control, if you want the Router to control the transmission of data between network devices, select Enable.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Applications and Gaming Tab - SMS The Router allows SMS (Short Message Service) commands to phones. Click New to send a new message, then click the Send button or to cancel the message, click the Cancel button. To reply to someone’s message, click Reply.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security. Router Password Local Router Access Router Password and Re-enter to confirm. You can change the Router’s password from here. Enter a new Router password and then type it again in the Re-enter to confirm field to confirm.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Mobile The Router allows SMS (Short Message Service) commands through your mobile phone. This feature allows you to select authorized users who can then command the Router to reboot, connect to a mobile network, or send a WOL packet to a device or all devices on the network.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Administration Tab - Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. Log. To disable the Log function, keep the default setting, Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the Internet, select Enable.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Administration Tab - Diagnostics The Diagnostics screen lets you reboot the Router and run diagnostic tests, which allow you to check the connections of your network components. Reboot Reboot. To reboot the Router, click the Reboot button. Ping Test Ping Parameters.
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Firmware To upgrade the Router’s firmware, first download the firmware from the Linksys website. Then extract the file on your computer. Do not upgrade your firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Router.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Status Tab - 3G/UMTS The 3G/UMTS screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current mobile network and HSDPA/3G/UMTS card status. Mobile Network Status Mobile Network Bearer. Displayed here is the name of the mobile network bearer the Router is using. Network Name.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Status Tab - Router The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status. Router Information Firmware Version. This is the Router’s current firmware. Current Time. This shows the time, as you set on the Setup Tab. MAC Address.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network. Local Network MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Ethernet network. IP Address.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network. Wireless MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, wireless network. Mode.
Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband • For Windows 2000: 1. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with the Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties option. 3.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband B Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me: • Click Start and Run. In the Open field, type command. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. For Windows 2000 and XP: •...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 5. I am not able to access the Setup page of the Router’s web-based utility. • Refer to “Problem #3, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that your computer is properly connected to the Router. •...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 7. I need to set up online game hosting or use other Internet applications. If you want to play online games or use Internet applications, most will work without doing any port forwarding or DMZ hosting. There may be cases when you want to host an online game or Internet application.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Follow these steps to set DMZ hosting: 1. Access the Router’s web-based utility by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Router. Go to the Applications & Gaming => Port Range Forward tab. 2.
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Router to the factory default settings. In other words, the Router will revert to its original factory configuration. 12. I need to upgrade the firmware. In order to upgrade the firmware with the latest features, you need to go to the Linksys website and download the latest firmware at www.linksys.com/international. Follow these steps: 1.
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• If this occurs after attempting a firmware upgrade, use the TFTP program, which was downloaded along with the firmware. • Visit the Linksys support website, www.linksys.com/support, and download the Router’s firmware and TFTP program. Open the pdf that was downloaded along with the firmware and TFTP program, and then follow the pdf’s instructions.
Does the Router support any operating system other than Windows 98SE, Windows Millennium, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista? Yes, but Linksys does not, at this time, provide technical support for setup, configuration or troubleshooting of any non-Windows operating systems.
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How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? All Linksys firmware upgrades are posted on the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international, where they can be downloaded for free. To upgrade the Router’s firmware, use the Administration - Firmware Upgrade tab of the Router’s web-based utility.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband newer firmware version, unless that version contains new features that you would like to use. Downloading a more current version of Router firmware will not enhance the quality or speed of your Internet connection, and may disrupt your current connection stability.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband How do I get mIRC to work with the Router? Under the Port Forwarding tab, set port forwarding to 113 for the PC on which you are using mIRC. Can the Router act as my DHCP server? Yes.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network. What is infrastructure mode? When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband transmission, but the trade-off produces a signal that is, in effect, louder and thus easier to detect, provided that the receiver knows the parameters of the spread-spectrum signal being broadcast. If a receiver is not tuned to the right frequency, a spread-spectrum signal looks like background noise.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router? There are eleven available channels, ranging from 1 to 11, in North America. There are thirteen available channels, ranging from 1 to 13, in most of Europe. There may be additional channels available in other regions, subject to the regulations of your region and/or country.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 3G/UMTS The 3G/UMTS LED flashes as the Router connects to the mobile network. It is solidly lit when the connection is established. The LED lights up blue if the Router connects to a HSDPA/3G/UMTS network. The LED lights up green if the Router connects to a GPRS network. If the LED quickly flashes, alternating between blue and green, and the Router does not have a connection to the mobile network, then either the Router’s PIN code is incorrect, or there is no Vodafone Mobile Connect HSDPA/3G/UMTS data or SIM card inserted when you push the...
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For technical support regarding the card, contact your reseller. If you have questions about your bill, contact Vodafone. (For Vodafone contact information, refer to “Appendix J: Contact Information”.) If your questions about the Router are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com/international.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation.
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This includes hackers. So, don’t broadcast the SSID. Wireless networking products come with a default SSID set by the factory. (The Linksys default SSID is “linksys”.) Hackers know these defaults and can check these against your network. Change your SSID to something unique and not something related to your company or the networking products you use.
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These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks...
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Router's firmware is upgraded through the web-based utility's Administration tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware from Linksys's website at www.linksys.com/international. 2. Extract the firmware file on your computer. 3. Open the Router’s web-based utility, and click the Administration tab.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Appendix D: Windows Help Almost Linksys wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure E-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters. The MAC address/Physical Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning or MAC filtering. NOTE: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address.
This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.
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Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products. Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network.
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Appendix G: Specifications Model WRT54G3G Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Channels 11 Channels (US, Canada) 13 Channels (Europe) 14 Channels (Japan) Ports/Buttons Internet: One 10/100 RJ-45 Port or PC Card Slot for the Vodafone Mobile Connect 3G/UMTS Data Card...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Unit Weight 0,35 kg (12,35 oz.) Power External 12 V DC, 1,0 A Certifications FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi (802.11b, 802.11g), WPA Operating Temp. 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage Temp. -20°...
This limited warranty is non-transferable and extends only to the original end-user purchaser. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys’ entire liability under this limited warranty will be for Linksys, at its option, to (a) repair the product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace the product with a reasonably available equivalent new or refurbished Linksys product, or (c) refund the purchase price of the product less any rebates.
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Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. You are responsible for properly packaging and shipping your product to Linksys at your cost and risk. You must include the RMA number and a copy of your dated proof of original purchase when returning your product.
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If any portion of this limited warranty is found to be void or unenforceable, its remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys, P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623. For more information, please contact us www.linksys.com...
Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Appendix I: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband IC Statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Règlement d’Industry Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : 1.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Compliance Information for 2,4-GHz and 5-GHz Wireless Products Relevant to the EU and Other Countries Following the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) Appendix I: Regulatory Information...
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CD or www.linksys.com/international. CE Marking For the Linksys Wireless-N, -G, -B, and/or -A products, the following CE mark, notified body number (where applicable), and class 2 identifier are added to the equipment.
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Later in this document you will find an overview of countries in which additional restrictions or requirements or both are applicable. The requirements for any country may evolve. Linksys recommends that you check with the local authorities for the latest status of their national regulations for both the 2,4- and 5-GHz wireless LANs.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband The following countries have restrictions and/or requirements in addition to those given in Table 1: Denmark In Denmark, the band 5150 - 5350 MHz is also allowed for outdoor usage. I Danmark må frekvensbåndet 5150 - 5350 også anvendes udendørs. France For 2,4 GHz, the output power is restricted to 10 mW eirp when the product is used outdoors in the band 2454 - 2483,5 MHz.
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(AC9SMA) and an R-TNC extension cable (AC9TNC). Both of these cables are 9 meters long and have a cable loss (attenuation) of 5 dB. To compensate for the attenuation, Linksys also offers higher gain antennas, the HGA7S (with R-SMA connector) and HGA7T (with R-TNC connector). These antennas have a gain of 7 dBi and may only be used with either the R-SMA or R-TNC extension cable.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Wireless Adapters For wireless adapters operating in the 2,4-GHz band, the typical radiated output power is 18 dBm EIRP, while the maximum radiated output power will not exceed 20 dBm (100 mW) EIRP. For wireless adapters operating in the 5-GHz band, the typical radiated output power is 20 dBm EIRP, while the maximum radiated output power will not exceed 23 dBm (200 mW) EIRP.
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Adobe Acrobat installed on your computer. NOTE: If you have questions regarding the compliance of this product or you cannot find the information you need, please contact your local sales office or visit http://www.linksys.com/international for more details. Appendix I: Regulatory Information...
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User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol:...
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Use of Linksys WRT54G3G in Hospitals or Medical Facilities Do not place the wireless router in environments where the use of mobile devices is prohibited. Follow any local regulations or rules relating to mobile phones and wireless devices to prevent interference with medical equipment.
Where such specific license terms entitle you to the source code of such software, that source code is upon request available at cost from Linksys for at least three years from the purchase date of this product and may also be available for download from www.linksys.com/gpl.
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Linksys product, and (b) any upgrades, updates, bug fixes or modified versions (“Upgrades”) or backup copies of the Software supplied to You by Linksys or an authorized reseller, provided you already hold a valid license to the original software and have paid any applicable fee for the Upgrade.
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If You would like a copy of the GPL or other open source code in this Software on a CD, Linksys will mail to You a CD with such code for $9.99 plus the cost of shipping, upon request.
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Schedule 2 If this Linksys product contains open source software licensed under Version 2 of the “GNU General Public License” then the license terms below in this Schedule 2 will apply to that open source software. The license terms below in this Schedule 2 are from the public web site at http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/gpl.html...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband Also, for each author’s protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free software. If the software is modified by someone else and passed on, we want its recipients to know that what they have is not the original, so that any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors’...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband b You must cause any work that you distribute or publish, that in whole or in part contains or is derived from the Program or any part thereof, to be licensed as a whole at no charge to all third parties under the terms of this License. c If the modified program normally reads commands interactively when run, you must cause it, when started running for such interactive use in the most ordinary way, to print or display an announcement including an appropriate copyright notice and a notice that there is no warranty (or else, saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may...
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the executable. However, as a special exception, the source code distributed need not include anything that is normally distributed (in either source or binary form) with the major components (compiler, kernel, and so on) of the operating system on which the executable runs, unless that component itself accompanies the executable.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.
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This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com). In addition, if this Linksys product contains open source software licensed under the OpenSSL license then the license terms below in this Schedule 3 will apply to that open source software. The license terms below in this Schedule 3 are from the public web site at http://www.openssl.org/source/license.html.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software must display the following acknowledgment: “This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http:// www.openssl.org/)” 4. The names “OpenSSL Toolkit” and “OpenSSL Project” must not be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without prior written permission.
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband If this package is used in a product, Eric Young should be given attribution as the author of the parts of the library used. This can be in the form of a textual message at program startup or in documentation (online or textual) provided with the package.
607 100 122 Vodafone Sweden 020-222 222 Vodafone UK 08700 746 464 Vodacom (South Africa) 082155 Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com/international Appendix K: Contact Information...