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... Product overview EA2700 1 EA3500 3 EA4500 6 Setting Up: Basics How to create a home network 9 What is a network? 9 How to set up a home network 9 Where to find more help 9 How to set up your router 9 How to start Cisco Connect 10 How to improve your wireless connection speed 11 How to test your Internet connection... How to set up the DHCP server on your router 24 How to set up DHCP reservation 25 How to find your network on the Internet 25 How to clone a MAC address 26 How to connect to your corporate office using a VPN 27 How to optimize your router for gaming ...
... Product overview EA2700 1 EA3500 3 EA4500 6 Setting Up: Basics How to create a home network 9 What is a network? 9 How to set up a home network 9 Where to find more help 9 How to set up your router 9 How to start Cisco Connect 10 How to improve your wireless connection speed 11 How to test your Internet connection... How to set up the DHCP server on your router 24 How to set up DHCP reservation 25 How to find your network on the Internet 25 How to clone a MAC address 26 How to connect to your corporate office using a VPN 27 How to optimize your router for gaming ...
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... to check the status of your router 58 How to disable the Ethernet port status lights 59 How to test your Internet connection 60 How to configure and use logs 61 Browser-based Utility Menu Structure EA2700 62 EA3500 63 EA4500 64 Specifications Linksys EA2700 65 Linksys EA3500 66 Linksys EA4500 67 ii
... to check the status of your router 58 How to disable the Ethernet port status lights 59 How to test your Internet connection 60 How to configure and use logs 61 Browser-based Utility Menu Structure EA2700 62 EA3500 63 EA4500 64 Specifications Linksys EA2700 65 Linksys EA3500 66 Linksys EA4500 67 ii
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...Internet threats at fast transfer rates for an unrivaled experience. Network ready Connect computers, printers, scanners, and more to your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and 5 GHz). Parental controls Limit access time and websites with WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall to help keep your network. 1 Linksys EA-Series Product overview EA2700...servers. The dual-band feature is designed to manage Cisco Connect software helps you can enjoy fast downloads and reliable VoIP. IPv6 enabled Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to 10× faster than standard ...
...Internet threats at fast transfer rates for an unrivaled experience. Network ready Connect computers, printers, scanners, and more to your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and 5 GHz). Parental controls Limit access time and websites with WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall to help keep your network. 1 Linksys EA-Series Product overview EA2700...servers. The dual-band feature is designed to manage Cisco Connect software helps you can enjoy fast downloads and reliable VoIP. IPv6 enabled Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to 10× faster than standard ...
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... Use only the adapter that port. Note For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports. •• Internet port-Connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cables) to these Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to... wired Ethernet network devices on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network devices. Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on steadily while power is a Wi‑Fi Protected Setup error...
... Use only the adapter that port. Note For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports. •• Internet port-Connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cables) to these Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to... wired Ethernet network devices on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network devices. Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on steadily while power is a Wi‑Fi Protected Setup error...
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...network for guests. 3 You can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and reliable gaming and VoIP. Easy to manage Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add multiple devices to avoid interference and optimize throughput for an unrivaled experience. Connect...game consoles, media players, and more to 10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Wi-Fi devices at home or over the Internet. Linksys EA-Series EA3500 Package contents In addition to your router, your router package includes: •• Network (Ethernet) cable ...
...network for guests. 3 You can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and reliable gaming and VoIP. Easy to manage Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add multiple devices to avoid interference and optimize throughput for an unrivaled experience. Connect...game consoles, media players, and more to 10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Wi-Fi devices at home or over the Internet. Linksys EA-Series EA3500 Package contents In addition to your router, your router package includes: •• Network (Ethernet) cable ...
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... indicate network activity over that came with your modem. Port activity indicators Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on while connected to a modem. •• Yellow...more information, see "Using an External Drive" on page 14. •• Ethernet ports-Connect Ethernet cables (also called a network or Internet cable) to connect a printer" on page 43. Flashes slowly during bootup, during firmware upgrades, and during a Wi‑Fi Protected ...
... indicate network activity over that came with your modem. Port activity indicators Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on while connected to a modem. •• Yellow...more information, see "Using an External Drive" on page 14. •• Ethernet ports-Connect Ethernet cables (also called a network or Internet cable) to connect a printer" on page 43. Flashes slowly during bootup, during firmware upgrades, and during a Wi‑Fi Protected ...
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...software and documentation Features Wireless-N technology Built with leading 802.11n wireless technology, your network and share files at home or over the Internet. Built-in DLNA media server for seamless streaming of your router. 6 Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum... USB storage port lets you easily set up to avoid interference and optimize throughput for home theater performance. Quick to install Cisco Connect software helps you add an external USB drive to your router offers maximum speed and range to help keep your wireless...
...software and documentation Features Wireless-N technology Built with leading 802.11n wireless technology, your network and share files at home or over the Internet. Built-in DLNA media server for seamless streaming of your router. 6 Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum... USB storage port lets you easily set up to avoid interference and optimize throughput for home theater performance. Quick to install Cisco Connect software helps you add an external USB drive to your router offers maximum speed and range to help keep your wireless...
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...a Wi‑Fi Protected Setup connection. Note For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports. •• Internet port-Connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cables) to these Gigabit (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to easily ...port. For more information, see "How to your network: Separate guest network Create a separate, password-protected network for guests. Easy to manage Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add multiple devices to connect a printer" on page 14. 7 Top view Indicator light •...
...a Wi‑Fi Protected Setup connection. Note For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports. •• Internet port-Connect an Ethernet cable (also called network cables) to these Gigabit (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to easily ...port. For more information, see "How to your network: Separate guest network Create a separate, password-protected network for guests. Easy to manage Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add multiple devices to connect a printer" on page 14. 7 Top view Indicator light •...
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...Series •• Reset button-Press and hold this port. You can also restore the defaults using the browser-based utility. On the Internet port, turns on when a cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. For more information, see "How to restore factory ...to indicate network activity over that came with your router. Port activity indicators Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on while connected to a modem. •• Yellow network...
...Series •• Reset button-Press and hold this port. You can also restore the defaults using the browser-based utility. On the Internet port, turns on when a cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. For more information, see "How to restore factory ...to indicate network activity over that came with your router. Port activity indicators Yellow network activity indicator Green network activity indicator Network or Internet port •• Green network activity indicator-On Ethernet ports, turns on while connected to a modem. •• Yellow network...
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... connect a computer to your home, provided by an ISP (Internet Service Provider) Setting Up: Basics 2. Make sure that your modem is a network? To get started , see "How to start Cisco Connect" below. A network is to run Cisco Connect, then click Learn More where available) •• Browser...to set up your ISP). •• Switch-Allows you can find Cisco Connect on your router, you can set up your home network. If you have a switch, additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game consoles, and web cameras. ...
... connect a computer to your home, provided by an ISP (Internet Service Provider) Setting Up: Basics 2. Make sure that your modem is a network? To get started , see "How to start Cisco Connect" below. A network is to run Cisco Connect, then click Learn More where available) •• Browser...to set up your ISP). •• Switch-Allows you can find Cisco Connect on your router, you can set up your home network. If you have a switch, additional routers, access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game consoles, and web cameras. ...
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The Router settings screen opens. 2. Setting Up: Basics How to test your Internet connection speed For ALL To test your Internet connection speed: 1. The Internet speed test screen opens. 3. Follow the on or near metal objects (such as file cabinets and metal furniture), reflective surfaces (such as wireless network cards ...;• Many environmental variables can affect the router's performance, so if your wireless signal is in computers) from older wireless standards to 802.11n. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Internet Speed.
The Router settings screen opens. 2. Setting Up: Basics How to test your Internet connection speed For ALL To test your Internet connection speed: 1. The Internet speed test screen opens. 3. Follow the on or near metal objects (such as file cabinets and metal furniture), reflective surfaces (such as wireless network cards ...;• Many environmental variables can affect the router's performance, so if your wireless signal is in computers) from older wireless standards to 802.11n. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Internet Speed.
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... to set up a wireless printer, you have a different printer already connected. 4. To connect a wireless printer to your network, click Next in Cisco Connect. 6. Setting Up: Basics 2. A screen opens that displays network information. 3. Follow your computer operating system's instructions for adding the new printer... to your list of wireless network devices can connect to your home network, including: •• Game consoles •• Internet-capable TVs and media players •• Digital music players •• Smart phones 14 For information on page 38. How...
... to set up a wireless printer, you have a different printer already connected. 4. To connect a wireless printer to your network, click Next in Cisco Connect. 6. Setting Up: Basics 2. A screen opens that displays network information. 3. Follow your computer operating system's instructions for adding the new printer... to your list of wireless network devices can connect to your home network, including: •• Game consoles •• Internet-capable TVs and media players •• Digital music players •• Smart phones 14 For information on page 38. How...
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... you can also set parental controls in the browser-based utility by opening the Access Restrictions tab. • When someone tries to the computer running Cisco Connect, then click Next. 6. To manually connect a device to your network, return to open a blocked website, a window opens asking for the...range triggering for online gaming" on page 54 How to your network: 1. Enter the password to : •• Set the times that Internet access is allowed. •• Block websites that displays network information. 3. Tips • You can use parental controls to view the blocked ...
... you can also set parental controls in the browser-based utility by opening the Access Restrictions tab. • When someone tries to the computer running Cisco Connect, then click Next. 6. To manually connect a device to your network, return to open a blocked website, a window opens asking for the...range triggering for online gaming" on page 54 How to your network: 1. Enter the password to : •• Set the times that Internet access is allowed. •• Block websites that displays network information. 3. Tips • You can use parental controls to view the blocked ...
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... controls for each computer on only those computers that will be blocked: •• Never does not block Internet access. •• Always blocks Internet access at all times. Repeat the above steps for . 17 Click the computer name, then click OK. ...blank line, enter a website address that you select this option, set parental controls 1. Setting Up: Basics •• Specific times blocks Internet access only during specific times. Linksys EA-Series How to select the computers to have parental controls: 1. To select computers that children can set...
... controls for each computer on only those computers that will be blocked: •• Never does not block Internet access. •• Always blocks Internet access at all times. Repeat the above steps for . 17 Click the computer name, then click OK. ...blank line, enter a website address that you select this option, set parental controls 1. Setting Up: Basics •• Specific times blocks Internet access only during specific times. Linksys EA-Series How to select the computers to have parental controls: 1. To select computers that children can set...
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... Diagram Setting Up: Basics To set up guest access to your network: 1. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Guest Access. You can use your router's guest access feature to provide your guests with access to the Internet, while restricting their access to other resources on your local network. You will need...
... Diagram Setting Up: Basics To set up guest access to your network: 1. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Guest Access. You can use your router's guest access feature to provide your guests with access to the Internet, while restricting their access to other resources on your local network. You will need...
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To continue, they will lose their Internet connection until you reconnect them using Cisco Connect. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Router settings. 2. Enter the new router name and password, then click Change. A Changing router name and password warning appears 3. Tip .... 5. We recommend using the procedure below to manage your router using the new router name and password. To change your guest tries to access the Internet through a web browser, they must enter the password you may not be able to change your router will see the Guest access screen.
To continue, they will lose their Internet connection until you reconnect them using Cisco Connect. Run Cisco Connect, then click Change under Router settings. 2. Enter the new router name and password, then click Change. A Changing router name and password warning appears 3. Tip .... 5. We recommend using the procedure below to manage your router using the new router name and password. To change your guest tries to access the Internet through a web browser, they must enter the password you may not be able to change your router will see the Guest access screen.
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... EA-Series How to manually set up your router For ALL Although running Cisco Connect is the easiest way to set up and maintain your router, advanced users may need to manually configure your router's Internet connection. Be careful when changing settings using this method. Tip For field ...2. To exit the browser-based utility, close the web browser window. A login window appears. 5. To manually set up your Internet connection In most cases, Cisco Connect automatically sets up your router's power adapter to open the browser-based utility" on the computer and open the address 192...
... EA-Series How to manually set up your router For ALL Although running Cisco Connect is the easiest way to set up and maintain your router, advanced users may need to manually configure your router's Internet connection. Be careful when changing settings using this method. Tip For field ...2. To exit the browser-based utility, close the web browser window. A login window appears. 5. To manually set up your Internet connection In most cases, Cisco Connect automatically sets up your router's power adapter to open the browser-based utility" on the computer and open the address 192...
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... make sure that I check? At the same time, owners want to send IPv6 IP addresses over IPv4 networks. You can slow your ISP (Internet service provider) is a new IP protocol that support only legacy wireless network standards such as 802.11b, you have network adapters that uses simplified... packet headers and requires IPSec. Linksys EA-Series IPv6 Internet connection settings For ALL IPv6 is required. If your router model supports IPv6, an IPv6 Setup page is to automatically use your router's ...
... make sure that I check? At the same time, owners want to send IPv6 IP addresses over IPv4 networks. You can slow your ISP (Internet service provider) is a new IP protocol that support only legacy wireless network standards such as 802.11b, you have network adapters that uses simplified... packet headers and requires IPSec. Linksys EA-Series IPv6 Internet connection settings For ALL IPv6 is required. If your router model supports IPv6, an IPv6 Setup page is to automatically use your router's ...
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... frequencies). a. On the 5 GHz band, you can select: •• Mixed (default), which accepts connections from your neighbors, it's fine for basic Internet traffic that has a dual-band wireless network adapter, you might not be able to help manage the traffic. In Auto mode, the router and the...more likely that you can select Wireless-N Only for streaming multimedia. With a separate, descriptive name, it is to use the 2.4 GHz band for basic Internet tasks such as web browsing, email, and downloads, and use the 5.0 GHz band for either or both the 2.4 GHz band and the 5 GHz band...
... frequencies). a. On the 5 GHz band, you can select: •• Mixed (default), which accepts connections from your neighbors, it's fine for basic Internet traffic that has a dual-band wireless network adapter, you might not be able to help manage the traffic. In Auto mode, the router and the...more likely that you can select Wireless-N Only for streaming multimedia. With a separate, descriptive name, it is to use the 2.4 GHz band for basic Internet tasks such as web browsing, email, and downloads, and use the 5.0 GHz band for either or both the 2.4 GHz band and the 5 GHz band...
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...drop-down list, click your router. Click Select next to the client you want to remotely access a USB drive attached to your network on the Internet For ALL Why would I need to find your router or view a web camera, you want to create a DHCP reservation for devices that need... Settings. If you need to find your network. Tip Before you configure DDNS on your router, you must sign up for your network on the Internet. Click the Setup tab, then click the DDNS page. 4. The examples below are slightly different. To configure DHCP reservation: Setup > Basic Setup > DHCP ...
...drop-down list, click your router. Click Select next to the client you want to remotely access a USB drive attached to your network on the Internet For ALL Why would I need to find your router or view a web camera, you want to create a DHCP reservation for devices that need... Settings. If you need to find your network. Tip Before you configure DDNS on your router, you must sign up for your network on the Internet. Click the Setup tab, then click the DDNS page. 4. The examples below are slightly different. To configure DHCP reservation: Setup > Basic Setup > DHCP ...