Cisco-Linksys WGA54G Wireless-G Gaming Adapter
by Linksys
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Manufacturer: LinksysAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Model: WGA54G
Product features:
- Lag-free head-to-head or Internet gaming at up to 54 Mbps, without stringing wires
- Converts wired-Ethernet-ready game consoles to Wireless-G (draft 802.11g) network connectivity
- Works without drivers on PlayStation2, Xbox, and GameCube
- Also connects to Wireless-B (802.11b) networks at 11 Mbps
- One year limited warranty
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Customer Review: Excellent Product
Summary: 5 Stars
Like all Linksys products, I've found this to be an excellent product. I just don't understand why people have so many problems with Linksys - EVERY home network or small business network I've set up has been with Linksys equipment. I've never had a problem - and I've had some ODD setups.
My home setup is as follows. 2nd floor has BEFSR41 Router to EG005W Gigabit Switch and WAP54G Access Point. Gigabit Router conencts to two PCs using Marvell Gigabit LAN adapters onboard. WGA54G Game Adapter is connected to EZXS55W Switch which then connects to Xbox and Dreamcast (and soon to be Xbox 360). Yes, the WGA54G can act as a bridge for multiple devices. It's just more flexible than a standard bridge when using consoles because consoles can change the settings.
Settings (such as IP info and security settings, like WEP key) can be changed by a PC or appropriate console (XBOX works, Dreamcast does not) when you Flash to 1.10 Firmware. Flashing firmware does not erase network settings. You do not need the CD to setup this hardware....just use a physically connected machine and log into 192.168.1.250 - this will not work over wireless, it must be connected via ethernet cable. I would suggest entering all of your security settings and "reboot" the Game Adapter by unplugging it for 10 seconds and plugging it back in - This seems to be key for getting it to work with new settings.
Also, remember, if you have MAC address filtering on your WAP, add not only the MAC address of the Game Adapter, but also any units you may have downstream of the adapter. If worse comes to worse, reset the unit and start from scratch by disabling security on your router to see which setting you may be having problem with. An open router to an open adapter is going to work from the get-go 9 out of ten times. Remember the "rebooting" trick after each setting change on the adapter.
Wireless networks do not set themselves up....and anyone with half a brain should be able to be successful with this setup.
Description of Cisco-Linksys WGA54G Wireless-G Gaming Adapter
Linksys WGA54G Wirelss-G Game Adapter. Gives any wired-Ethernet-equipped game console wireless connection capabilities. The Game Adapter can be used in two different ways. If you have an existing home wireless network with a Cable/DSL Internet connection the Game Adapter lets your PlayStation 2 Xbox or GameCube attach to the network so you can get into online games without running wires to the game room. Or use a pair of Game Adapters to form a "cable-less cable" between two game consoles for head-to-head gaming--in the same room or all the way across the house.Digital Cameras and Photo Categories
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