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Wireless-G Network Kit for Notebooks (WKPC54G)
• Complies with 802.11g and 802.11b (2.4GHz) standards
• Unsurpassed wireles security with Wi-Fi Protected Access™
• All LAN ports support auto-crossover (MDI/MDIX) - no need for crossover cables
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
- WKPC54G Frequently Asked Questions
- Setting up your networking kit
- 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
- Checking the wireless connection speed of your computer
- 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
- Manually installing a wireless network adapter on a Windows 7/Vista computer
- Installing a Wireless PC Adapter on Windows XP
- Encountering problems when installing or updating the wireless adapter drivers
- Updating the wireless adapter’s drivers
- Checking the computer’s connection to the Internet
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Checking the Linksys router’s wireless settings
- 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
- Connecting to a wireless network with SSID Broadcast disabled
- Connecting to a wireless network using the Linksys Wireless Network Monitor
- Connecting to a Wireless Network with SSID Broadcast Disabled using the Linksys Wireless Network Monitor
- Connecting a Wireless Adapter to an Adhoc Network
- 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
- Encountering Difficulties Accessing Some Websites Using the Linksys Router
- Cascading or Connecting a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up port range forwarding on Linksys wireless-N routers and gateways
- Resolving LED issues on a Linksys wireless adapter
- Encountering problems when installing or updating the wireless adapter drivers
- Checking if the Wireless Adapter is Properly Installed
- Resolving an inactive wireless network adapter
- Product Information
- WKPC54G Frequently Asked Questions
- Setting up your networking kit
- 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
- Checking the wireless connection speed of your computer
- 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
- Encountering problems when installing or updating the wireless adapter drivers
- Updating the wireless adapter’s drivers
- Checking the computer’s connection to the Internet
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Checking the Linksys router’s wireless settings
- 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
- Connecting to a wireless network using the Linksys Wireless Network Monitor
- Connecting to a Wireless Network with SSID Broadcast Disabled using the Linksys Wireless Network Monitor
- Connecting a Wireless Adapter to an Adhoc Network
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Getting poor or no signal on a wireless router when using Mac
- 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 Mac® computer
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Cascading or Connecting a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up port range forwarding on Linksys wireless-N routers and gateways
- Resolving LED issues on a Linksys wireless adapter
- Encountering problems when installing or updating the wireless adapter drivers
- Checking if the Wireless Adapter is Properly Installed
- Resolving an inactive wireless network adapter
- 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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WKPC54G power adapter
You can use any adapter with an output of 12VDC 0.5 A rating
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WRT54GS and ADSL2MUE Connectivity
My Modem (ADSL2MUE) is set up and working fine, I have Internet access. When I go to connect my Wireless router (Wrt54gs)...
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Secure Linksys Router
I would suggest that you do more than just MAC address filtering. MAC address filtering will keep people from accidentally...
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WKPC54G Hard Reset
In order to try to recover your router, the first thing to do is to try to reset the router to factory defaults. To do...
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compatible adapter for desktop
This one will work fine for you, http://www.linksysbycisco.com/US/en/products/WMP54G
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accessing setup page to change security settings
logon to router's setup, open I.E. on computer and in the address bar type 192.168.1.1 it would ask you for username and...
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WKPC54G - set up fine, next morning no connection
ensure that the cable modem is connected to the router's internet port and the computer to the LAN port 1 ...check whether...
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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.
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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
Please ensure you select the correct hardware version as not all downloads are compatible with your device.
Free Software notice for certain products, click here.
Driver
08/26/2004
Ver.6.0.0.18
Download
18.1 MB(Driver)
Firmware
05/25/2004
Ver.1.55.02
Download
358 KB(Firmware)
Download
44.3 KB(Firmware)
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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...
-
WKPC54G power adapter
You can use any adapter with an output of 12VDC 0.5 A rating
-
WRT54GS and ADSL2MUE Connectivity
My Modem (ADSL2MUE) is set up and working fine, I have Internet access. When I go to connect my Wireless...
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.
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