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Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge with 5-port Switch (WET54GS5)
• Operates in the 2.4Ghz frequency spectrum
• Throughput of up to 54 Mbps
• Built-in web user interface for easy configuration
• Security of up to 128-bit WEP encryption
• Equipped with a 5-Port 10/100 Switch with AutoMDI/MDIX support on each port
Support Sections
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
- Finding the model and the serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up your bridge
- Setting up a password for the Linksys wireless bridge
- Configuring the Wireless Settings of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 64-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 128-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- How to check and configure the IP address of a Linksys Ethernet bridge or media connector
- Connecting computers and devices
- Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to a Wireless Network
- Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to an Ad-Hoc Network
- Using the Wireless-G Bridge as an External Wireless Adapter
- Setting-up an Xbox with a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up a PlayStation®2 with a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Enhancing wireless performance on the network using Linksys wireless devices
- Recovering lost or forgotten password of a Linksys Wireless Ethernet Bridge
- Encountering Difficulties Connecting a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to a Non-Linksys Router
- Encountering difficulties in detecting the WET54G Wireless-G Ethernet bridge
- Upgrading the Firmware of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Accessing the setup page of the wireless-G Ethernet bridge
- How to change the password of the Linksys wireless bridge or media connector
- Resetting WET54G to Factory Defaults
- Product Information
- How to find the model and serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up your bridge
- Setting up a password for the Linksys wireless bridge
- Configuring the Wireless Settings of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 64-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 128-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- How to check and configure the IP address of a Linksys Ethernet bridge or media connector
- Connecting computers and devices
- Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to a Wireless Network
- Connecting the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to an Ad-Hoc Network
- Using the Wireless-G Bridge as an External Wireless Adapter
- Setting-up an Xbox with a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up a PlayStation®2 with a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Enhancing wireless performance on the network using Linksys wireless devices
- Recovering lost or forgotten password of a Linksys Wireless Ethernet Bridge
- Encountering Difficulties Connecting a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge to a Non-Linksys Router
- Encountering difficulties in detecting the WET54G Wireless-G Ethernet bridge
- Upgrading the Firmware of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Accessing the Setup Page of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge Using Mac
- How to change the password of the Linksys wireless bridge or media connector
- Resetting WET54G to Factory Defaults
- Forums
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WET54GS Help
You were right!!! Despite what the docs said I keyed admin for both USER ID and PASSWORD and I was finally able to get to...
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"No Service" for Aastra 480i through WET54GS5 to...
My company purchased an IP Phone System and several of us are attempting to telecommute. Our Trixbox Pro System is...
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My brother and i can't connect in the same game online using ...
When i first got my WET54GS5 my brother and i could connect in the same online session using two ps2's that are both connected...
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Can't connect to WET54GS5
Hello, I am in search of some direction. I have a WET54GS5 that I can't setup: I am running Vista and have the...
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Replacement for WET54GS5
I see that the WET54GS5 has been eol'ed. We are currently using them with a WRT54GS. What...
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Wireless reception with WET610N
Hi,Since a couple of months I've got a WRT610N running as my main router at home.As I needed to connect my media player...
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WET610N Connection Problem
Thanks for your quick response. I had already tried static address and it hadn't worked but your mention of "identical"...
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Port forwarding questions
Finally figured out that it is an issue with the ports being blocked from my workplace, which is where I was trying to connect...
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DHCP assigning IP address
I didn't get what option you want. I'd suggest, you log in to your printer, assign the IP address and that's it. No need...
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File sharing with AVG 8.5 FW doesn't work
I had a similar problem, and it turned out to be because I didn't create a new profile in the Firewall in AVG 8.5 Internet...
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Static IP questions
If you have devices that you can't mess with the IP config on (such as Company laptop) or devices that visit occasionally,...
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Firewall to router Nat
If you connect a second outer through a LAN port to another (main) router the NAT settings is actually irrelevant. I don't...
- 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.
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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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Downloads
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Firmware
10/06/2005
Ver. 4.9.2
Download
2.38 MB(Firmware)
Release Notes
How to find your model or serial number
To find model or serial numbers, choose your device below.
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Forums
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WET54GS Help
You were right!!! Despite what the docs said I keyed admin for both USER ID and PASSWORD and I was finally...
-
"No Service" for Aastra 480i through WET54GS5 to...
My company purchased an IP Phone System and several of us are attempting to telecommute. Our Trixbox...
-
My brother and i can't connect in the same game online using ...
When i first got my WET54GS5 my brother and i could connect in the same online session using two ps2's...
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.
Frequently asked questions
- Finding the model and the serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up a password for the Linksys wireless bridge
- Configuring the Wireless Settings of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 64-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 128-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- How to find the model and serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up a password for the Linksys wireless bridge
- Configuring the Wireless Settings of the Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 64-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
- Setting-Up 128-Bit WEP Wireless Security on a Wireless-G Ethernet Bridge
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