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... Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Top Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router 8 Hardware Installation 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 How to Access the Web-based Utility 11 The Setup Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 26 The Wireless Tab - Port Range Forwarding 34 The Applications & Gaming Tab...
... Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Top Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router 8 Hardware Installation 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 How to Access the Web-based Utility 11 The Setup Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 26 The Wireless Tab - Port Range Forwarding 34 The Applications & Gaming Tab...
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... - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Log 42 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Local Network 47 The Status Tab - Router 46 The Status Tab - Wireless 48 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Frequently Asked Questions 57 Appendix B: Wireless Security 63 Security Precautions 63 Security Threats...
... - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Log 42 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Local Network 47 The Status Tab - Router 46 The Status Tab - Wireless 48 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Frequently Asked Questions 57 Appendix B: Wireless Security 63 Security Precautions 63 Security Threats...
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... Passthrough 30 Basic Wireless Settings 22 Figure 5-15: Wireless Tab - WEP 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 27 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Wireless Security (PSK-Personal) 23 Figure 5-16: Wireless Security - MAC Clone 19 Figure 5-12: Setup Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 3-3: The Router's Top Panel 7 Figure...
... Passthrough 30 Basic Wireless Settings 22 Figure 5-15: Wireless Tab - WEP 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 27 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Wireless Security (PSK-Personal) 23 Figure 5-16: Wireless Security - MAC Clone 19 Figure 5-12: Setup Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 3-3: The Router's Top Panel 7 Figure...
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... Online Games 38 Figure 5-37: QoS - Diagnostics 43 Figure 5-44: Ping Test 43 Figure 5-45: Traceroute Test 43 Figure 5-46: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - DMZ 36 Figure 5-33: DHCP Client Table 36 Figure 5-34: Applications & Gaming Tab - Factory Defaults 44 Figure... 5-28: List of PCs 32 Figure 5-29: Applications & Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 Figure 5-48: Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Single Port Forwarding 33 Figure 5-30: Applications & Gaming Tab - MAC Address 38 Figure 5-38: QoS...
... Online Games 38 Figure 5-37: QoS - Diagnostics 43 Figure 5-44: Ping Test 43 Figure 5-45: Traceroute Test 43 Figure 5-46: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - DMZ 36 Figure 5-33: DHCP Client Table 36 Figure 5-34: Applications & Gaming Tab - Factory Defaults 44 Figure... 5-28: List of PCs 32 Figure 5-29: Applications & Gaming Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 Figure 5-48: Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Single Port Forwarding 33 Figure 5-30: Applications & Gaming Tab - MAC Address 38 Figure 5-38: QoS...
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... installation of information before allowing them to communicate with Ethernet cables, which can be all you need to help you connect the Router and configure it ideal for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N Broadband Router. Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for sharing computer resources. lan (local area network): The computers and...
... installation of information before allowing them to communicate with Ethernet cables, which can be all you need to help you connect the Router and configure it ideal for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N Broadband Router. Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for sharing computer resources. lan (local area network): The computers and...
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... to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Broadband Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
... to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Broadband Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
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Wireless-N Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
Wireless-N Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
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... is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an access point. Choosing between these two modes depends on a wired network. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically designed for use of course, communication between them. An infrastructure configuration is bridged to a wired network via an access point. Ad-Hoc...
... is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an access point. Choosing between these two modes depends on a wired network. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically designed for use of course, communication between them. An infrastructure configuration is bridged to a wired network via an access point. Ad-Hoc...
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... more information about products that work with other , Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. With these, and many other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges. When you can also communicate with the Wireless-N Broadband Router. The Router can use the Router's four local Ethernet ports. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters for more ports, connect...
... more information about products that work with other , Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. With these, and many other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges. When you can also communicate with the Wireless-N Broadband Router. The Router can use the Router's four local Ethernet ports. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters for more ports, connect...
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... port is where you want to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel INTERNET The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband modem. IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of the Router's Web-based Utility. Chapter 3: Getting to ... restore the defaults from the Administration - Do not reset the Router if you will connect the power adapter. Reset Button There are two ways to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are...
... port is where you want to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel INTERNET The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband modem. IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of the Router's Web-based Utility. Chapter 3: Getting to ... restore the defaults from the Administration - Do not reset the Router if you will connect the power adapter. Reset Button There are two ways to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are...
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... there is powered on. If the LED is flashing, the Router is sending or receiving data over that port. Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is a wireless connection. The WIRELESS LED lights up and will stay on while the...
... there is powered on. If the LED is flashing, the Router is sending or receiving data over that port. Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is a wireless connection. The WIRELESS LED lights up and will stay on while the...
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... light up when the adapter is usually at the center of your PC(s). 7. Connect your broadband modem's Ethernet cable to all of your wireless devices. Connect the included power adapter to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router". Proceed to the Router's Power port, and then plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. Use of the...
... light up when the adapter is usually at the center of your PC(s). 7. Connect your broadband modem's Ethernet cable to all of your wireless devices. Connect the included power adapter to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router". Proceed to the Router's Power port, and then plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. Use of the...
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.... Enter the Internet connection and network settings on the Utility and each page's key functions. The Router's default password is admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default. • Wireless. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the main tabs. Chapter 5: Configuring...
.... Enter the Internet connection and network settings on the Utility and each page's key functions. The Router's default password is admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default. • Wireless. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the main tabs. Chapter 5: Configuring...
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Administration • Management. You can be exposed to upgrade the Router's firmware. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview For advanced users, you want to back up public services or other ...this screen. • Factory Defaults. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding. Click this screen. Wireless-N Broadband Router • Wireless MAC Filter. Wireless access can also use this screen to restore the Router's factory defaults, then use this tab. • Diagnostics. You can alter data transmission settings on your...
Administration • Management. You can be exposed to upgrade the Router's firmware. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview For advanced users, you want to back up public services or other ...this screen. • Factory Defaults. Applications & Gaming • Single Port Forwarding. Click this screen. Wireless-N Broadband Router • Wireless MAC Filter. Wireless access can also use this screen to restore the Router's factory defaults, then use this tab. • Diagnostics. You can alter data transmission settings on your...
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...Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your area. 11 DHCP By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is the first screen you see when you are connecting through the Utility. Wireless-N Broadband Router Status • Router. Press the Enter key. Enter ...screen and available features will appear asking you for your changes. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router How to undo your Internet connection type. This screen provides status information about the Router. • Local Network. Leave the User Name field blank. When you select. ...
...Setup The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your area. 11 DHCP By default, the Router's Internet Connection Type is the first screen you see when you are connecting through the Utility. Wireless-N Broadband Router Status • Router. Press the Enter key. Enter ...screen and available features will appear asking you for your changes. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router How to undo your Internet connection type. This screen provides status information about the Router. • Local Network. Leave the User Name field blank. When you select. ...
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... of time (Max Idle Time). Figure 5-3: Static IP static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - Your ISP will periodically check your Internet connection to remove any PPPoE applications that the...
... of time (Max Idle Time). Figure 5-3: Static IP static ip address: a fixed address assigned to a computer or device connected to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - Your ISP will periodically check your Internet connection to remove any PPPoE applications that the...
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... If you need to specify here. Telstra Cable Telstra Cable is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Server IP Address. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Setup Tab - User Name and Password. Your ISP will provide you with the IP ...and Password provided by your ISP). Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. Wireless-N Broadband Router PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Server IP Address. This is a service that applies ...
... If you need to specify here. Telstra Cable Telstra Cable is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Server IP Address. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Setup Tab - User Name and Password. Your ISP will provide you with the IP ...and Password provided by your ISP). Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. Wireless-N Broadband Router PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Server IP Address. This is a service that applies ...
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...Internet again. Click the Save Settings button. It is down, then the Router will work. If you select this option, the Router will provide you attempt to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with the IP address you want your Internet ... use Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is 30 seconds. To use the value 1492. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - This is Auto, which allows the Router to Keep Alive. Connect on Demand, click the...
...Internet again. Click the Save Settings button. It is down, then the Router will work. If you select this option, the Router will provide you attempt to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with the IP address you want your Internet ... use Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is 30 seconds. To use the value 1492. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - This is Auto, which allows the Router to Keep Alive. Connect on Demand, click the...