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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.

2,4 GHz Wireless-G
802.11g

Access Point
WIRELESS
Model No.

User Guide

WAP54G (EU/LA/UK)

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How to Use this User Guide
The user guide to the Wireless-G Access Point has been designed to make understanding networking with the Access Point easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide: This checkmark means there isa note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while using the Access Point. This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is something that could damage your property or the Access Point. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you might need to do while using the Access Point. In addition to these symbols, there are definitionsfor technical terms that are presented like this: word: definition. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description

Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section.

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Table of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction
Welcome What’s in this User Guide?

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology Roaming Network Layout

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point
The Front Panel The Back Panel

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point
Overview Connections for Setup

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Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-GAccess Point
Overview Using the Setup Wizard

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Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point
Overview Navigating the Utility Accessing the Utility The Setup - Network Setup Tab The Setup - AP Mode Tab The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab The Wireless - Wireless MAC Filter Tab The Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab The Administration- Management Tab The Administration - SNMP Tab The Administration - Log Tab The Administration - Factory Defaults Tab The Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab The Status - Local Network Tab The Status - Wireless Network Tab

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions

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Appendix B:Wireless Security
Security Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks

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Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Information Appendix H: Regulatory Information Appendix I: Contact Information

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List of Figures
Figure 3-1: Front Panel Figure3-2: Back Panel Figure 4-1: Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Figure 5-1: Welcome Screen Figure 5-2: Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Figure 5-3: Connect the Network Cable to the Access Point Screen Figure 5-4: Power on the Access Point Screen Figure 5-5: Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Figure 5-6: Select the Access Point Screen Figure5-7: Password Screen Figure 5-8: Basic Settings Screen Figure 5-9: Configure Wireless Settings Screen Figure 5-10: SecureEasySetup Screen Figure 5-11: SecureEasySetup Logo Figure 5-12: Additional Information - Hardware Button Figure 5-13: Additional Information - Software Button Figure 5-14: Configure Wireless Settings Screen Figure 5-15: Confirm New Settings Screen Figure 5-16: Congratulations...