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Broadband Router with QoS WIRED User Guide Model No. RT042 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
Broadband Router with QoS WIRED User Guide Model No. RT042 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
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... Guide has been designed to do while using the Router. In addition to while using the Router. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Router. and certain other image) is provided with the Router easier than ever. Also, each figure (diagram, ...is a Caution or Warning about something that are presented like this : word: definition. Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". Wash hands after handling. RT042-UG-50323A BW WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State ...
... Guide has been designed to do while using the Router. In addition to while using the Router. Look for technical terms that could damage your property or the Router. and certain other image) is provided with the Router easier than ever. Also, each figure (diagram, ...is a Caution or Warning about something that are presented like this : word: definition. Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Contents". Wash hands after handling. RT042-UG-50323A BW WARNING: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State ...
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... Advanced Setup Tab - MAC Clone 16 Parental Control Tab - Advanced Routing 22 Advanced Setup Tab - Time 16 Basic Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to LANs 4 The Use of IP Addresses 4 Chapter 3: Getting to...
... Advanced Setup Tab - MAC Clone 16 Parental Control Tab - Advanced Routing 22 Advanced Setup Tab - Time 16 Basic Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to LANs 4 The Use of IP Addresses 4 Chapter 3: Getting to...
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...-based Utility 45 Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility 46 Starting the Utility 46 Router Information 47 Usage Configuration Screens 47 Appendix E: The Setup Wizard 51 Appendix F: Windows Help 54 Appendix G: Glossary 55 Appendix H: Specifications 59 Appendix I: Warranty Information 60 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 61 Appendix K: Contact Information 62 Broadband Router Advanced Setup Tab - System Log...
...-based Utility 45 Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility 46 Starting the Utility 46 Router Information 47 Usage Configuration Screens 47 Appendix E: The Setup Wizard 51 Appendix F: Windows Help 54 Appendix G: Glossary 55 Appendix H: Specifications 59 Appendix I: Warranty Information 60 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 61 Appendix K: Contact Information 62 Broadband Router Advanced Setup Tab - System Log...
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... IP 14 Figure 5-9: PPPoE 14 Figure 5-10: PPTP 15 Figure 5-11: Basic Setup Tab - Time 16 Figure 5-13: Basic Setup Tab - Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 8 Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9 ...Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet 9 Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 9 Figure 5-1: Entering the Router's IP Address 12 Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility 12 Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button 12 Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 Figure 5-5: System ...
... IP 14 Figure 5-9: PPPoE 14 Figure 5-10: PPTP 15 Figure 5-11: Basic Setup Tab - Time 16 Figure 5-13: Basic Setup Tab - Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 8 Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9 ...Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet 9 Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 9 Figure 5-1: Entering the Router's IP Address 12 Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility 12 Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button 12 Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 Figure 5-5: System ...
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...Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 45 Figure C-4: MAC Address Clone 45 Figure D-1: The Utility's Main Screen 46 Figure D-2: The Router Information Screen 47 Figure D-3: The On-Line Scheduler 48 Figure D-4: The Hit Rate Screen 48 Figure D-5: The Real Time Usage Screen...27 Figure 5-30: Log Tab - Remote Management 24 Figure 5-28: Advanced Setup Tab - System Statistics 28 Figure B-1: Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Service Management 21 Figure 5-23: Advanced Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Figure 5-24: Advanced Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 22 Figure ...
...Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 45 Figure C-4: MAC Address Clone 45 Figure D-1: The Utility's Main Screen 46 Figure D-2: The Router Information Screen 47 Figure D-3: The On-Line Scheduler 48 Figure D-4: The Hit Rate Screen 48 Figure D-5: The Real Time Usage Screen...27 Figure 5-30: Log Tab - Remote Management 24 Figure 5-28: Advanced Setup Tab - System Statistics 28 Figure B-1: Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Service Management 21 Figure 5-23: Advanced Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Figure 5-24: Advanced Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 22 Figure ...
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...transmission between computers, like Voice Over IP phone calls or streaming media ahead of a given device or network. The Linksys Broadband Router with all kinds of time. browser: an application program that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network ...with each other too, sharing resources and files. Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you optionally connect a second Internet line for additional bandwidth. The Router's QoS (Quality of the available bandwidth for choosing the Broadband Router. Of course, once your network. And you ...
...transmission between computers, like Voice Over IP phone calls or streaming media ahead of a given device or network. The Linksys Broadband Router with all kinds of time. browser: an application program that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network ...with each other too, sharing resources and files. Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you optionally connect a second Internet line for additional bandwidth. The Router's QoS (Quality of the available bandwidth for choosing the Broadband Router. Of course, once your network. And you ...
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...RT042 Utility This appendix describes the Router Utility that runs a networking device. ip address: the address used to do so. • Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on a network. Broadband Router... user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Broadband Router. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Router's applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Networking ...
...RT042 Utility This appendix describes the Router Utility that runs a networking device. ip address: the address used to do so. • Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on a network. Broadband Router... user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Broadband Router. • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter describes the Router's applications and this User Guide. • Chapter 2: Networking ...
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Broadband Router • Appendix H: Specifications This appendix provides the Router's technical specifications. • Appendix I: Warranty Information This appendix contains the Router's warranty information. • Appendix J: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix K: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
Broadband Router • Appendix H: Specifications This appendix provides the Router's technical specifications. • Appendix I: Warranty Information This appendix contains the Router's warranty information. • Appendix J: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix K: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
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...fixed IP address that you will always have that make up your network by a DHCP server. Broadband Router Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to a different IP address for Internet Protocol. The Router inspects Internet port services like the web server, ftp server, or other device on the LAN...These IP addresses are only temporarily assigned to the final destination on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. LAN: the computers and networking products that same IP address until you use the Router to share your cable or DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to...
...fixed IP address that you will always have that make up your network by a DHCP server. Broadband Router Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to a different IP address for Internet Protocol. The Router inspects Internet port services like the web server, ftp server, or other device on the LAN...These IP addresses are only temporarily assigned to the final destination on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. LAN: the computers and networking products that same IP address until you use the Router to share your cable or DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to...
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...IP addresses manually every time a new user is added to the Internet. PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). Broadband Router A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on with a dynamic IP address to establish a connection to your network. ...establishing a connection. Chapter 2: Networking Basics 5 The Use of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to the Internet. PPPoE is Obtain an IP automatically (DHCP). By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is similar to Point Protocol over Ethernet): ...
...IP addresses manually every time a new user is added to the Internet. PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). Broadband Router A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on with a dynamic IP address to establish a connection to your network. ...establishing a connection. Chapter 2: Networking Basics 5 The Use of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to the Internet. PPPoE is Obtain an IP automatically (DHCP). By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is similar to Point Protocol over Ethernet): ...
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... Ethernet 1-4 Internet1 Internet2 Diag System Figure 3-1: Front Panel Green. The Internet1 LED lights up when the Router is not ready. The Ethernet LEDs serves two purposes. Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. If...
... Ethernet 1-4 Internet1 Internet2 Diag System Figure 3-1: Front Panel Green. The Internet1 LED lights up when the Router is not ready. The Ethernet LEDs serves two purposes. Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. If...
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...can be used in the Reset button for just a second with the Router and have tried all of the Router's settings, such as port forwarding or a new password. Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels The Router's ports and Reset button are experiencing extreme problems with a paper clip or... a pencil tip. This will connect the included AC power cable. Proceed to a cable or DSL modem. Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels boot: to start executing instructions. 7 Internet1 The Internet1 port connects to start a device and cause it . This...
...can be used in the Reset button for just a second with the Router and have tried all of the Router's settings, such as port forwarding or a new password. Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels The Router's ports and Reset button are experiencing extreme problems with a paper clip or... a pencil tip. This will connect the included AC power cable. Proceed to a cable or DSL modem. Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels boot: to start executing instructions. 7 Internet1 The Internet1 port connects to start a device and cause it . This...
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...have the setup information for your specific type of Internet connection, then you after installing your broadband connection. Notebook with Ethernet Adapter Broadband Router Cable or DSL Modem PC with the setting(s) provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) ... instructions in this chapter. • Set up and configure the Router with Ethernet Adapter Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 8 Overview Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router Overview To set up your network, you can begin installation and setup...
...have the setup information for your specific type of Internet connection, then you after installing your broadband connection. Notebook with Ethernet Adapter Broadband Router Cable or DSL Modem PC with the setting(s) provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) ... instructions in this chapter. • Set up and configure the Router with Ethernet Adapter Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 8 Overview Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router Overview To set up your network, you can begin installation and setup...
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... the front panel will light up as soon as the power adapter is powered off, including the Router, PCs, hubs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Broadband Router Connection Instructions 1. If using one of your cable or DSL modem's Ethernet cable to an Ethernet ... the Internet Figure 4-4: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 9 Connection Instructions Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other end to the Router. 3. Before you begin, make sure that all of the Router's Internet ports. Connect your hardware is connected properly. The System...
... the front panel will light up as soon as the power adapter is powered off, including the Router, PCs, hubs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Broadband Router Connection Instructions 1. If using one of your cable or DSL modem's Ethernet cable to an Ethernet ... the Internet Figure 4-4: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 9 Connection Instructions Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other end to the Router. 3. Before you begin, make sure that all of the Router's Internet ports. Connect your hardware is connected properly. The System...
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.... This feature "clones" your network adapter's MAC address onto the Router, and prevents you to change the Router's password on this Utility. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 10 Overview Broadband Router Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Overview For your convenience, use the Router's Web-based Utility to enter your Internet connection information and...
.... This feature "clones" your network adapter's MAC address onto the Router, and prevents you to change the Router's password on this Utility. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 10 Overview Broadband Router Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Overview For your convenience, use the Router's Web-based Utility to enter your Internet connection information and...
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... the network's layout. This protocol is run. • Block List. upgrade: to factory default settings, upgrade the Router's firmware, and store and retrieve configuration files. Broadband Router • Website Hit Rate. Port forwarding can also block these sites, if you to manage the...your network and block those sites if you wish. This tab displays the system statistics. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 11 Overview You can be tunneled through a remote location over the Internet. to view the frequency at which websites or applications ...
... the network's layout. This protocol is run. • Block List. upgrade: to factory default settings, upgrade the Router's firmware, and store and retrieve configuration files. Broadband Router • Website Hit Rate. Port forwarding can also block these sites, if you to manage the...your network and block those sites if you wish. This tab displays the system statistics. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 11 Overview You can be tunneled through a remote location over the Internet. to view the frequency at which websites or applications ...
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... Site Map button to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in Days, Hours, and Minutes that appears is read only. Broadband Router How to view the Site Map. Enter admin in the Utility... to the Network screen on desired tab subject. Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router How to all other screens in the User name field and the Password field.
... Site Map button to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in Days, Hours, and Minutes that appears is read only. Broadband Router How to view the Site Map. Enter admin in the Utility... to the Network screen on desired tab subject. Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router How to all other screens in the User name field and the Password field.
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...also configure the user to go through the other Internet port by selecting the interface from Internet access. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - IP: Shows the IP Address of this user on your network. ISP Bandwidth This section allows you to set the...Name: Enter a host and domain name for this list are: User Name: Shows the name of this user's PC. Broadband Router User Bandwidth This is a list of all of the router's basic setup functions.The first screen that appears, the Network screen, includes basic settings for your ISP. The headings for...
...also configure the user to go through the other Internet port by selecting the interface from Internet access. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - IP: Shows the IP Address of this user on your network. ISP Bandwidth This section allows you to set the...Name: Enter a host and domain name for this list are: User Name: Shows the name of this user's PC. Broadband Router User Bandwidth This is a list of all of the router's basic setup functions.The first screen that appears, the Network screen, includes basic settings for your ISP. The headings for...
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.... Static IP If you check the box for the Subnet Mask. Internet Connection Type Obtain an IP Automatically If your ISP. Broadband Router LAN Setting This shows the Router's MAC Address, which is still active. If they do use PPPoE: 1. Figure 5-7: Obtain an IP Automatically Figure 5-8: Static... IP Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - Your ISP will be enabled or not. PPPoE (Point-to make sure whether PPPoE should be disconnected if it has...
.... Static IP If you check the box for the Subnet Mask. Internet Connection Type Obtain an IP Automatically If your ISP. Broadband Router LAN Setting This shows the Router's MAC Address, which is still active. If they do use PPPoE: 1. Figure 5-7: Obtain an IP Automatically Figure 5-8: Static... IP Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - Your ISP will be enabled or not. PPPoE (Point-to make sure whether PPPoE should be disconnected if it has...