How do I setup my Linksys WRT54G as an access point?

1. Plug your laptop or computer directly to the WRT54GS using an Ethernet cable.
2. Log in to the WRT54GS management interface by opening a Web browser and typing “192.168.
3. Click on the “Setup” tab and give the WRT54GS an IP address within the same subnet as your first wireless access point.

How do I access my Linksys wireless-G access point?

To access the web-based utility of the Access Point, launch your web browser. In the Address field, enter the Access Point’s default IP address, 192.168. 1.245, or the IP address you entered during the Setup Wizard.

How do I setup my Linksys WRT54G as a range extender?

How to Set Up a WRT54GS as a Repeater

1. Reset Router. Plug the power adapter into the secondary WRT54GS and into a wall outlet.
2. Update Firmware. Open your browser and download the “DD-WRT” firmware package (see Resources).
3. Set Static IP Address.
4. Change Router Settings.

Does an Access Point need to be wired to the router?

A Wireless Access Point (WAP) allows several devices to connect via WiFi to a single network. But unlike a switch, a WAP does not need to be wired to the router. Access Points connect via wired Ethernet to a switch, or a switch port on a router, then serve up WiFi.

How do I connect to my Access Point?

Simply connect the access point to one of the ports of your existing wired/wireless router then configure the access point’s wireless settings.

1. Open the access point’s web-based setup page by entering the default IP Address “192.168.
2. On the web-based setup page, click on Wireless.
3. Enter the Network Name (SSID).

What does the Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G broadband router do?

1. What is the Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G BroadBand Router? The Linksys WRT54G2 Wireless-G Broadband Router is a three-in-one device. It acts as a wireless Access Point which lets you connect your wireless computers and devices to it without using wires.

What does a Linksys wireless access point do?

It acts as a wireless Access Point which lets you connect your wireless computers and devices to it without using wires. It also serves as a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect your wired devices to it using ethernet cables.

What kind of wifi does a Linksys router use?

The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router is really three devices in one box. First, there’s the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect both screaming fast Wireless-G (802.11g at 54Mbps) and Wireless-B (802.11b at 11Mbps) devices to the network. There’s also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices

How much does a Linksys wireless router cost?

Most computer retailers offers the Linksys WRT54G Wireless Router for about $49 and Wireless Access Points for $99. Why waste $50 if you don’t have to? You can convert a wireless router to become a simple access point if that’s all you need.