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....com www.linksysbycisco.com/international www.linksysbycisco.com/glossary Network Security www.linksysbycisco.com/security Copyright and Trademarks Linksys, Cisco and the Cisco Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Wireless-N Home Router About This Guide i WARNING: This exclamation point indicates that there is something that you may have to while...
....com www.linksysbycisco.com/international www.linksysbycisco.com/glossary Network Security www.linksysbycisco.com/security Copyright and Trademarks Linksys, Cisco and the Cisco Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Wireless-N Home Router About This Guide i WARNING: This exclamation point indicates that there is something that you may have to while...
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... 4 Setup > DDNS 8 Setup > MAC Address Clone 9 Setup > Advanced Routing 9 Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings 10 Wireless > Wireless Security 12 Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter 14 Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings 15 Security > Firewall 16 Security > VPN Passthrough 17 Access Restrictions > Internet Access ...Defaults 25 Administration > Firmware Upgrade 25 Status > Router 26 Status > Local Network 26 Status > Wireless Network 27 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 28 Appendix B: Specifications 29 Appendix C: Warranty Information 30 Limited Warranty 30 Wireless-N Home Router ii
... 4 Setup > DDNS 8 Setup > MAC Address Clone 9 Setup > Advanced Routing 9 Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings 10 Wireless > Wireless Security 12 Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter 14 Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings 15 Security > Firewall 16 Security > VPN Passthrough 17 Access Restrictions > Internet Access ...Defaults 25 Administration > Firmware Upgrade 25 Status > Router 26 Status > Local Network 26 Status > Wireless Network 27 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 28 Appendix B: Specifications 29 Appendix C: Warranty Information 30 Limited Warranty 30 Wireless-N Home Router ii
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Table of Contents Appendix D: Regulatory Information 32 FCC Statement 32 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 32 Safety Notices 32 Industry Canada Statement 32 Avis d'Industrie Canada 33 Wireless Disclaimer 33 Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil 33 User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE 34 Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement 38 Cisco Products 38 Software Licenses 38 Wireless-N Home Router iii
Table of Contents Appendix D: Regulatory Information 32 FCC Statement 32 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement 32 Safety Notices 32 Industry Canada Statement 32 Avis d'Industrie Canada 33 Wireless Disclaimer 33 Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil 33 User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE 34 Appendix E: Software End User License Agreement 38 Cisco Products 38 Software Licenses 38 Wireless-N Home Router iii
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... of the product label. It flashes blue for choosing the Linksys by Cisco Wireless-N Home Router. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port. The LED lights up blue when wireless security is enabled. The Router supports one of the Router's browser‑based utility. Place the Router on its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up when...
... of the product label. It flashes blue for choosing the Linksys by Cisco Wireless-N Home Router. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port. The LED lights up blue when wireless security is enabled. The Router supports one of the Router's browser‑based utility. Place the Router on its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up when...
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... Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3.0 mm 4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm ††Note: Mounting hardware illustrations are 152 mm (6 inches) apart. 3. NOTE: Linksys is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy. Determine where you use is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware. Maneuver the... the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the wall. The distance between the slots is within reach of its bottom panel. Two screws are needed to mount the Router. Wall-Mounting Template Wireless-N Home Router 2
... Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3.0 mm 4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm ††Note: Mounting hardware illustrations are 152 mm (6 inches) apart. 3. NOTE: Linksys is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy. Determine where you use is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall-mounting hardware. Maneuver the... the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the wall. The distance between the slots is within reach of its bottom panel. Two screws are needed to mount the Router. Wall-Mounting Template Wireless-N Home Router 2
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... (peer-to-peer). Some applications may try to use linksys as it will be intercepted. Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them to access your wireless device and change your wireless network. Wireless-N Home Router Wireless Security Checklist 4. This is not secure. ••...
... (peer-to-peer). Some applications may try to use linksys as it will be intercepted. Chapter 2 Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them to access your wireless device and change your wireless network. Wireless-N Home Router Wireless Security Checklist 4. This is not secure. ••...
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... tabs will see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank. The language of this chapter to the Router. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup Language Select your Internet connection. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration After setting up the... Static IP •• PPPoE •• PPTP •• L2TP •• Telstra Cable 4 NOTE: When first installing the Router, you want to change its advanced settings, use the Setup Wizard on your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. Then press Enter. Internet ...
... tabs will see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank. The language of this chapter to the Router. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup Language Select your Internet connection. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration After setting up the... Static IP •• PPPoE •• PPTP •• L2TP •• Telstra Cable 4 NOTE: When first installing the Router, you want to change its advanced settings, use the Setup Wizard on your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. Then press Enter. Internet ...
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... address, when seen from the Internet. PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use this option, select Keep Alive. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Service Name (Optional) If provided by your ISP). To use PPPoE. Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, select ... ISP supports DHCP or you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to see if they do, you will provide you want the Router to cable connections.) Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP Static IP If you are connected to the Internet through a dynamic IP address. (This...
... address, when seen from the Internet. PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use this option, select Keep Alive. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Service Name (Optional) If provided by your ISP). To use PPPoE. Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, select ... ISP supports DHCP or you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to see if they do, you will provide you want the Router to cable connections.) Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP Static IP If you are connected to the Internet through a dynamic IP address. (This...
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... Idle Time field, enter the number of these settings may be required by your ISP. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Keep Alive: Redial Period If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. Username and Password Enter the Username and Password provided by...before your Internet connection terminates. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you select this option, the Router will provide you with your Internet connection. The default value is 30 seconds. Your ISP will periodically check your ISP before making...
... Idle Time field, enter the number of these settings may be required by your ISP. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Keep Alive: Redial Period If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. Username and Password Enter the Username and Password provided by...before your Internet connection terminates. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you select this option, the Router will provide you with your Internet connection. The default value is 30 seconds. Your ISP will periodically check your ISP before making...
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...this screen and return to 1500 range. Router IP This presents both the Router's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by factory default. If you want the DHCP server to a MAC address. DHCP Server Setting Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration DHCP Server DHCP is 192....168.1.100. DHCP Reservation •• Select Clients from this option is the Maximum Transmission Unit. Router IP DHCP Server Setting The settings allow you want to ...
...this screen and return to 1500 range. Router IP This presents both the Router's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by factory default. If you want the DHCP server to a MAC address. DHCP Server Setting Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration DHCP Server DHCP is 192....168.1.100. DHCP Reservation •• Select Clients from this option is the Maximum Transmission Unit. Router IP DHCP Server Setting The settings allow you want to ...
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... Time is useful when you use this feature, keep the default, Disabled. Static DNS 1-3 The Domain Name System (DNS) is Dynamic. The Router will change. WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each computer's interaction with at least one day. Otherwise, leave this button. It...you do not want to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. If you need to sign up to use . If your DDNS account. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration The features available on which your network functions from the drop-down menu. (You can enter up for your DDNS service is...
... Time is useful when you use this feature, keep the default, Disabled. Static DNS 1-3 The Domain Name System (DNS) is Dynamic. The Router will change. WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each computer's interaction with at least one day. Otherwise, leave this button. It...you do not want to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. If you need to sign up to use . If your DDNS account. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration The features available on which your network functions from the drop-down menu. (You can enter up for your DDNS service is...
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...Key, and Domain Name Enter the settings of hardware for identification. Setup > MAC Address Clone A MAC address is displayed here. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to access the Internet. When the NAT setting is enabled...the NAT setting is automatically disabled. Setup > Advanced Routing Advanced Routing NAT Enabled/Disabled If this button. Internet IP Address The Router's Internet IP address is dynamic, it will require you are using. Clone My PC's MAC Click this feature is a pre-...
...Key, and Domain Name Enter the settings of hardware for identification. Setup > MAC Address Clone A MAC address is displayed here. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to access the Internet. When the NAT setting is enabled...the NAT setting is automatically disabled. Setup > Advanced Routing Advanced Routing NAT Enabled/Disabled If this button. Internet IP Address The Router's Internet IP address is dynamic, it will require you are using. Clone My PC's MAC Click this feature is a pre-...
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...your changes, or click Cancel Changes to delete a static route. If you do not have client devices, such Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration as wireless adapters, that makes it easy to which option to assign a static route. The SSID must not exceed 32...linksys) to configure the Router's wireless network(s), manual and Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Proceed to Basic Wireless Settings (Manual), page 10. If you can select the wireless standards running on the keyboard). Make sure this setting will enhance Wireless-N performance. This will be identical for wireless...
...your changes, or click Cancel Changes to delete a static route. If you do not have client devices, such Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration as wireless adapters, that makes it easy to which option to assign a static route. The SSID must not exceed 32...linksys) to configure the Router's wireless network(s), manual and Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Proceed to Basic Wireless Settings (Manual), page 10. If you can select the wireless standards running on the keyboard). Make sure this setting will enhance Wireless-N performance. This will be identical for wireless...
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... will be available. To broadcast the Router's SSID, keep the default, Auto. If you are configuring. Method #1 Use this method if your wireless network. Then refer back to your client device or its documentation for Wireless-N (2.4 GHz). Then refer back to... Protected Setup configures one client device at a time. Chapter 3 Wireless-N channel. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the client device. 2. Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Wireless-N Home Router Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Congratulations Method #2 Use this method if...
... will be available. To broadcast the Router's SSID, keep the default, Auto. If you are configuring. Method #1 Use this method if your wireless network. Then refer back to your client device or its documentation for Wireless-N (2.4 GHz). Then refer back to... Protected Setup configures one client device at a time. Chapter 3 Wireless-N channel. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the client device. 2. Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Wireless-N Home Router Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Congratulations Method #2 Use this method if...
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... client devices. Passphrase Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router's PIN number. 1. Advanced Configuration WPA Personal NOTE: If you have client devices that do not want to Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist, page 3. Wireless-N Home Router 12 The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID), Security, Encryption, and...
... client devices. Passphrase Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router's PIN number. 1. Advanced Configuration WPA Personal NOTE: If you have client devices that do not want to Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist, page 3. Wireless-N Home Router 12 The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID), Security, Encryption, and...
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...used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) IMPORTANT: If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key manually. The default is 3600 seconds. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the server. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Shared Secret Enter the key shared ...between the Router and the server. Shared Secret Enter the key shared between the Router and the server. The default is 40/64 bits (10 ...
...used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) IMPORTANT: If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP key manually. The default is 3600 seconds. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the server. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Shared Secret Enter the key shared ...between the Router and the server. Shared Secret Enter the key shared between the Router and the server. The default is 40/64 bits (10 ...
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.... Access Restriction Prevent Select this button to block wireless access by default. Wireless-N Home Router 14 TX Key TX (Transmit) Key 1 is not as secure as WPA. This button is not selected by default. MAC Address Filter List Wireless Client List Click this option to open the Wireless Client List screen. Security Mode > WEP Encryption Select...
.... Access Restriction Prevent Select this button to block wireless access by default. Wireless-N Home Router 14 TX Key TX (Transmit) Key 1 is not as secure as WPA. This button is not selected by default. MAC Address Filter List Wireless Client List Click this option to open the Wireless Client List screen. Security Mode > WEP Encryption Select...
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.... The list can be adjusted by an expert administrator as incorrect settings can transmit at all wireless clients and wireless devices on the wireless network. Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Advanced Wireless AP Isolation This option isolates all standard wireless rates (1-2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 18 Mbps, and 24Mbps). The default is not actually one rate...
.... The list can be adjusted by an expert administrator as incorrect settings can transmit at all wireless clients and wireless devices on the wireless network. Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Advanced Wireless AP Isolation This option isolates all standard wireless rates (1-2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 18 Mbps, and 24Mbps). The default is not actually one rate...
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...maximum size for websites. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in an environment with heavy 802.11b traffic. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Security > Firewall Firewall SPI Firewall Protection To use this option, select Disabled. Filter Anonymous Internet Requests ...is enabled by default. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a DTIM Interval value. This feature is a countdown field informing clients of the default value is permitted, then the Router will disable access to specific recipients at the same time...
...maximum size for websites. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in an environment with heavy 802.11b traffic. Wireless-N Home Router Advanced Configuration Security > Firewall Firewall SPI Firewall Protection To use this option, select Disabled. Filter Anonymous Internet Requests ...is enabled by default. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a DTIM Interval value. This feature is a countdown field informing clients of the default value is permitted, then the Router will disable access to specific recipients at the same time...
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... the risk of packets at the IP layer. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through an IP network. Wireless-N Home Router Access Restrictions > Internet Access Internet Access Policy Access Policy Access can be tunneled through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. To view all the policies, click Summary. Chapter 3 this option to enable ActiveX...
... the risk of packets at the IP layer. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through an IP network. Wireless-N Home Router Access Restrictions > Internet Access Internet Access Policy Access Policy Access can be tunneled through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. To view all the policies, click Summary. Chapter 3 this option to enable ActiveX...
