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Wireless-G BroadBand Router (WRK54G)
• Built-in 4-port 10/100 switch supports wired ethernet clients
• Supports WEP and WPA wireless security
• All LAN ports support auto-crossover / no need for crossover cables (MDI/MDI-X)
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Guide Me provides step-by-step solutions and troubleshooting tips. FAQs are frequently asked product questions. Select Downloads for user guides and firmware updates.
- Overview
- Guide Me
- FAQs
- Product Information
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Getting to Know the WRK54G
- Finding the model number and the serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up your router
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Verifying the maximum wireless network connection speed
- Setting up WEP, WPA or WPA2 personal wireless security on a Linksys wireless router
- Changing the wireless network password of your Linksys router
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Connecting your iPhone® to your Linksys wireless router
- Connecting your iPad® to the wireless network
- Connecting iPad® to a wireless network with the SSID broadcast disabled
- Troubleshooting iPad® wireless connectivity issues
- Troubleshooting iPhone® and iPod® wireless connectivity on a Linksys router
- Removing a network from the preferred network list on your iPad®
- Connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network
- Connecting your Android smartphone to your wireless network
- Checking the router's wireless settings using an Android tablet
- Connecting your Android tablet to a wireless network with disabled SSID broadcast
- Checking the wireless settings on a Linksys router
- Connecting wireless computers to your network
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Connecting your Wi-Fi enabled devices to the wireless network
- Setting up an Xbox 360® behind a Linksys router
- Configuring PS3™ to connect wirelessly to a Linksys router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Getting poor or no signal from a wireless router
- Top causes of dropping wireless connection on a Linksys router
- Troubleshooting tips in wirelessly connecting to a Linksys router
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the router’s web-based setup page
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Cascading (Connecting) a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up Port Range Forwarding for routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Product Information
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Getting to Know the WRK54G
- Finding the model number and the serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up your router
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Verifying the maximum wireless network connection speed
- Setting up WEP, WPA or WPA2 personal wireless security on a Linksys wireless router
- Changing the wireless network password of your Linksys router
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Connecting your iPhone® to your Linksys wireless router
- Connecting your iPad® to the wireless network
- Connecting iPad® to a wireless network with the SSID broadcast disabled
- Troubleshooting iPad® wireless connectivity issues
- Troubleshooting iPhone® and iPod® wireless connectivity on a Linksys router
- Removing a network from the preferred network list on your iPad®
- Connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network
- Connecting your Android smartphone to your wireless network
- Checking the router's wireless settings using an Android tablet
- Connecting your Android tablet to a wireless network with disabled SSID broadcast
- Checking the wireless settings on a Linksys router
- Connecting wireless computers to your network
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Connecting your Wi-Fi enabled devices to the wireless network
- Setting up an Xbox 360® behind a Linksys router
- Configuring PS3™ to connect wirelessly to a Linksys router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Getting poor or no signal from a wireless router
- Top causes of dropping wireless connection on a Linksys router
- Troubleshooting tips in wirelessly connecting to a Linksys router
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the Router’s Web-Based Setup Page Using a Macintosh Computer
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Cascading (Connecting) a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up Port Range Forwarding for routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Forums
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Connecting to Wireless Network
Hey, I've been having a ton of problems with fixing my connection with my wireless network. A few months ago, I lost...
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WRT54G wireless connection issues
There are many causes for poor wireless connections, and many solutions:First of all, give your network a unique SSID. Do...
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Possibility of two networks with different WEP/WPA encryptions
The wireless security settings only apply to wireless links to the router, i.e. wireless computers or other wireless devices....
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Sharing resources between computers
You have set your system up as two separate subnets. This is why you are having trouble sharing resources. What...
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LELA with WRK54g
Have you tried using the Add and additional computer to this network function under the Actions Tab in LELA. You can use...
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WRK54G pre sales information
Google it. The WRK54G is stripped-down version of the LinksysWrt54g wireless router, included with a wireless PC card...
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streaming on WRK54G
Are you using firmware 1.58.03? Have you already tried re-flashing this fw and resetting the router? Does this only happen...
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IIssue with Nat type 3 on PS3
*THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN SOLVED* I solved this issue after it seemed like I tryed everything but nothing worked....
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PSP, router, and modem issues with Remote Play
Background: Verizon DSLWestell 6100 modemWRK54G routerPS3PSP I haven't seen a post on this topic yet, so I'll...
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WRK54G firmware upgrade & setup
First upgrade the firmware on the router and try these steps .Access the setup page of the router by launching an Browser...
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WRK54G setup
you can use the auto config tool EASYLINK CONNECT to configure the router.... if you wanna go for the manual set...
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WRK54G firmware
I tried to connect to the BBC radio. The website wanted me to install the "Windows Media Player 6.4 shim"...
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Cable Internet Connection
Hi lasthippie and welcome to the forums! Please follow this link and see if it gets you online. Setting-Up...
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WAG320N Static Route
Again: the WAG320N does not support this kind of setup. It does not allow you to define directly delivered static routes...
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E4200 Static IP Issues
Haha! Oh man! Late nights just aren't good. I realized my error in the morning. I had previous used the Advanced Routing...
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IP address? DHCP?
The AM200 is router with integrated modem. That's the main problem. I would recommend only to use a single router.Two recommended...
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Problem: 13-digit WEP key
I finally figured it out on my own, so this can be marked as solved. I was assuming the 13-digit WEP code was a hex...
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Cannot renew ip address
Un-install the adapter software/linksys monitor and install only the drivers... Remove the Linksys Adapter and un-install...
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Monitoring channels/signal strength
This generally requires two devices. One transmitting a signal and one receiving the signal. Until now we have a WRT54GL....
- Downloads
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is M20.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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E-Series
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. The serial number is located underneath the device. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is WRT54G ver 6.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Silver
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRT54GX4.
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Wireless Routers with Voice Ports
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRTP54G V.2.
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Wireless VPN Routers
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRV54G.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is BEFSR41 ver.4.1.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PC Card or Card Bus
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WPC54G ver.7NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PCI Adapter
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WMP54G ver.4.1.
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USB Wireless Adapter
Step 1:
Look for the sticker around the device.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WUSB54G ver.4.
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PCI Adapters
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please take note of the exact model number and version. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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SE Switches
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located underneath the device. In this example, the model number of the device is SE1500.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is NMH410.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is DMC250.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Forums
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Connecting to Wireless Network
Hey, I've been having a ton of problems with fixing my connection with my wireless network. A few...
-
WRT54G wireless connection issues
There are many causes for poor wireless connections, and many solutions:First of all, give your network...
-
Possibility of two networks with different WEP/WPA encryptions
The wireless security settings only apply to wireless links to the router, i.e. wireless computers or...
-
Sharing resources between computers
You have set your system up as two separate subnets. This is why you are having trouble sharing...
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.