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... 1 Welcome 1 What's in this User Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure 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...
... 1 Welcome 1 What's in this User Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure 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...
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... 77 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 78 Appendix J: Contact Information 84 Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Log 42 The Administration Tab - Router 46 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 44 The Administration Tab - Local Network 47 The Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab -
... 77 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 78 Appendix J: Contact Information 84 Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Log 42 The Administration Tab - Router 46 The Status Tab - Factory Defaults 44 The Administration Tab - Local Network 47 The Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab -
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... 30 PSK2-Personal 23 Figure 5-17: Wireless Security - Advanced Wireless Settings 27 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - RADIUS 25 Figure 5-20: Wireless Security - WEP 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - DDNS (TZO.com) 18 Figure 5-11: 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 4-1: Connect the...
... 30 PSK2-Personal 23 Figure 5-17: Wireless Security - Advanced Wireless Settings 27 Figure 5-24: Security Tab - RADIUS 25 Figure 5-20: Wireless Security - WEP 25 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - DDNS (TZO.com) 18 Figure 5-11: 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 4-1: Connect the...
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...Applications) 37 Figure 5-35: QoS - Log 42 Figure 5-42: View Log 42 Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - Wireless 48 Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 66 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 68 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 68 Figure E-3: ... 38 Figure 5-36: QoS - Diagnostics 43 Figure 5-44: Ping Test 43 Figure 5-45: Traceroute Test 43 Figure 5-46: Administration Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy 31 Figure 5-27: Summary 31 Figure 5-28: List of PCs 32 Figure 5-29:...
...Applications) 37 Figure 5-35: QoS - Log 42 Figure 5-42: View Log 42 Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - Wireless 48 Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 66 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 68 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 68 Figure E-3: ... 38 Figure 5-36: QoS - Diagnostics 43 Figure 5-44: Ping Test 43 Figure 5-45: Traceroute Test 43 Figure 5-46: Administration Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy 31 Figure 5-27: Summary 31 Figure 5-28: List of PCs 32 Figure 5-29:...
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... networking products that inspects incoming packets of up the network in homes and offices, they form a wireless network. With the Wireless-N Broadband Router, this access can be shared over a network. They are useful tools for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N Broadband Router. The Wireless-N Broadband Router bridges wireless and wired networks, allowing them to a different IP address for playing multiplayer video games. If...
... networking products that inspects incoming packets of up the network in homes and offices, they form a wireless network. With the Wireless-N Broadband Router, this access can be shared over a network. They are useful tools for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N Broadband Router. The Wireless-N Broadband Router bridges wireless and wired networks, allowing them to a different IP address for playing multiplayer video games. If...
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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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... belonging to the network. Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which serves as well. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically designed for your Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B products. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network...
... belonging to the network. Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which serves as well. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically designed for your Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B products. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network...
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... needs. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout The Router can use the Router's four local Ethernet ports. When you wish to connect your wireless network to your wired network, you can also communicate with the Wireless-N Broadband Router. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters...
... needs. Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 5 Network Layout The Router can use the Router's four local Ethernet ports. When you wish to connect your wireless network to your wired network, you can also communicate with the Wireless-N Broadband Router. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for your networking options are limitless. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters...
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... or restore the defaults from the Administration - IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of the Router's Web-based Utility. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are ... factory defaults. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Do not reset the Router if 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 the power adapter...
... or restore the defaults from the Administration - IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of the Router's Web-based Utility. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are ... factory defaults. Chapter 3: Getting to retain these settings. Do not reset the Router if 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 the power adapter...
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... or receiving data over the wireless network. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is connected to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel Figure 3-3: The Router's Top Panel 7 If the LED is flashing, the Router is a connection through the corresponding port. Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes...
... or receiving data over the wireless network. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is connected to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel Figure 3-3: The Router's Top Panel 7 If the LED is flashing, the Router is a connection through the corresponding port. Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes...
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... device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch. The best place for the Router. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router Hardware Installation 1. Locate an optimum location for the Router is powered off, including the broadband modem and PCs. 2. Connect one of the numbered ports on the broadband modem. 5. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other end to...
... device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch. The best place for the Router. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router Hardware Installation 1. Locate an optimum location for the Router is powered off, including the broadband modem and PCs. 2. Connect one of the numbered ports on the broadband modem. 5. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other end to...
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...the setup information, then you click one of the Router. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, ...Router. Wireless • Basic Wireless Settings. When you have to configure the Router. On the Basic Wireless Settings screen, set the basic configuration for first-time installation of the main tabs. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for your wireless network. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router...
...the setup information, then you click one of the Router. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, ...Router. Wireless • Basic Wireless Settings. When you have to configure the Router. On the Basic Wireless Settings screen, set the basic configuration for first-time installation of the main tabs. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for your wireless network. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router...
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Wireless-N Broadband Router • Wireless MAC Filter. Set up and restore the Router's configuration file. • Log. On this screen. Security • Firewall. If you want to control Internet access for use of network traffic.... You can be exposed to high-priority types of special-purpose services. • QoS. Access Restrictions Internet Access Policy. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview Create policies to run a ping or traceroute test, then use this screen to view or save activity logs, click this screen. Click...
Wireless-N Broadband Router • Wireless MAC Filter. Set up and restore the Router's configuration file. • Log. On this screen. Security • Firewall. If you want to control Internet access for use of network traffic.... You can be exposed to high-priority types of special-purpose services. • QoS. Access Restrictions Internet Access Policy. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview Create policies to run a ping or traceroute test, then use this screen to view or save activity logs, click this screen. Click...
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... on a tab, click Help. DHCP, and it should be used only if your ISP supports DHCP or you for your User name and Password. Wireless-N Broadband Router Status • Router. Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - How to undo your area. 11 Press the Enter key. Leave the User Name field blank. Chapter 5: Configuring...
... on a tab, click Help. DHCP, and it should be used only if your ISP supports DHCP or you for your User name and Password. Wireless-N Broadband Router Status • Router. Automatic Configuration - Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - How to undo your area. 11 Press the Enter key. Leave the User Name field blank. Chapter 5: Configuring...
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... it . If you with the Default Gateway Address. The default Redial Period is the Router's Subnet Mask, as you want your ISP to have to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - IMPORTANT: For DSL users, if you with at all times... and Max Idle Time. Subnet Mask. Internet IP Address. You can configure the Router to establish Internet connections for a specific period of the network default gateway: a device that forwards Internet traffic from the Internet. Wireless-N Broadband Router Static IP If you with the Subnet Mask.
... it . If you with the Default Gateway Address. The default Redial Period is the Router's Subnet Mask, as you want your ISP to have to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - IMPORTANT: For DSL users, if you with at all times... and Max Idle Time. Subnet Mask. Internet IP Address. You can configure the Router to establish Internet connections for a specific period of the network default gateway: a device that forwards Internet traffic from the Internet. Wireless-N Broadband Router Static IP If you with the Subnet Mask.
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... to access the Internet again. This is a service that applies to connections in the Max Idle Time field. 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. Your ISP will periodically check your Internet access connected indefinitely...
... to access the Internet again. This is a service that applies to connections in the Max Idle Time field. 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. Your ISP will periodically check your Internet access connected indefinitely...
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... cut the Internet connection after it sits idle. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. You can configure the Router to select the best MTU for your ISP for the necessary setup information. Otherwise...
... cut the Internet connection after it sits idle. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 14 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. You can configure the Router to select the best MTU for your ISP for the necessary setup information. Otherwise...