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...note of interest and is provided with the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. OGV200-UG-50210NC CB Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Copyright and Trademarks Check the product package and contents for Gaming and VoIP. Look for Gaming and VoIP. Specifications are trademarks or registered ... or warning and is a registered trademark or trademark of California to while using the Network Optimizer for the following items when reading this : word: definition. Linksys is something you might need to change without notice. Warning: This product contains chemicals,...
...note of interest and is provided with the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. OGV200-UG-50210NC CB Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Copyright and Trademarks Check the product package and contents for Gaming and VoIP. Look for Gaming and VoIP. Specifications are trademarks or registered ... or warning and is a registered trademark or trademark of California to while using the Network Optimizer for the following items when reading this : word: definition. Linksys is something you might need to change without notice. Warning: This product contains chemicals,...
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Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Table of Contents List of Figures 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer 3 LEDs, Ports, and Button 3 Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer 4 Overview 4 Installation 4 Using the Web-Based Utility 5 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 7 Common Problems and Solutions 7 Frequently Asked Questions 8 Appendix B: Glossary 9 Appendix C: Regulatory Information 13 Appendix D: Specifications 19 Appendix E: Warranty Information 20 Appendix F: Contact Information 21
Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Table of Contents List of Figures 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide 2 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer 3 LEDs, Ports, and Button 3 Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer 4 Overview 4 Installation 4 Using the Web-Based Utility 5 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 7 Common Problems and Solutions 7 Frequently Asked Questions 8 Appendix B: Glossary 9 Appendix C: Regulatory Information 13 Appendix D: Specifications 19 Appendix E: Warranty Information 20 Appendix F: Contact Information 21
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Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP List of Figures Figure 3-1: ROUTER port 4 Figure 3-2: MODEM port 4 Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Figure 3-4: Network Optimizer Login Screen 5 Figure 3-5: Web-based Utility Setup Tab 5 Figure 3-6: Web-based Utility Administration Tab 6 Figure 3-7: Web-based Utility Status Tab 6
Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP List of Figures Figure 3-1: ROUTER port 4 Figure 3-2: MODEM port 4 Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Figure 3-4: Network Optimizer Login Screen 5 Figure 3-5: Web-based Utility Setup Tab 5 Figure 3-6: Web-based Utility Administration Tab 6 Figure 3-7: Web-based Utility Status Tab 6
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... VoIP Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you get the most out of your high-speed Internet connection. The Network Optimizer streamlines your online games don't lag when someone else on the network is that your home network for the various types of Service (QoS) techniques to its destination, ensuring the best-possible performance for next-generation...
... VoIP Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you get the most out of your high-speed Internet connection. The Network Optimizer streamlines your online games don't lag when someone else on the network is that your home network for the various types of Service (QoS) techniques to its destination, ensuring the best-possible performance for next-generation...
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... physical features and explains how to connect the Network Optimizer • Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Explains how to install and configure the Network Optimizer • Appendix A: Troubleshooting Describes potential problems and solutions regarding installation and use of the Network Optimizer • Appendix B: Glossary Gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support Chapter 1: Introduction 2 What...
... physical features and explains how to connect the Network Optimizer • Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Explains how to install and configure the Network Optimizer • Appendix A: Troubleshooting Describes potential problems and solutions regarding installation and use of the Network Optimizer • Appendix B: Glossary Gives a brief glossary of Linksys resources, including Technical Support Chapter 1: Introduction 2 What...
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... factory default settings. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about network activity and the MODEM and ROUTER ports allow you to connect the Network Optimizer to your networking options are limitless. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer LEDs, Ports, and Button The Network Optimizer's LEDs display information about products that...
... factory default settings. Go to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com for more information about network activity and the MODEM and ROUTER ports allow you to connect the Network Optimizer to your networking options are limitless. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer LEDs, Ports, and Button The Network Optimizer's LEDs display information about products that...
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... lights start flashing, about one minute, the Network Optimizer is complete. Connect the included power adapter to the Network Optimizer's Power port, then connect the other end to install the Network Optimizer. Installation is ready for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview Power port Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Network Optimizer for use. Before you begin, make...
... lights start flashing, about one minute, the Network Optimizer is complete. Connect the included power adapter to the Network Optimizer's Power port, then connect the other end to install the Network Optimizer. Installation is ready for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview Power port Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Network Optimizer for use. Before you begin, make...
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Enter admin in the User Name field and the Network Optimizer's password (the default password is admin) in the Web-based Utility. Refer to the table below for Gaming and VoIP Using the Web-Based Utility Use the Web-based utility to make changes to select Auto-Detect, Cable (DHCP), or... DSL (PPPoE) as the type of Internet connection you 're using . Allows you to the Network Optimizer's settings, update the firmware, change the Network Optimizer's basic ...
Enter admin in the User Name field and the Network Optimizer's password (the default password is admin) in the Web-based Utility. Refer to the table below for Gaming and VoIP Using the Web-Based Utility Use the Web-based utility to make changes to select Auto-Detect, Cable (DHCP), or... DSL (PPPoE) as the type of Internet connection you 're using . Allows you to the Network Optimizer's settings, update the firmware, change the Network Optimizer's basic ...
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...Password Allows you to change the administrator password, upgrade the firmware, and restore all of the Network Optimizer's settings to the table below for more information on the options available on the Administration tab....remotely reboot the Network Optimizer. Reboot Allows you to view status information about the Network Optimizer and its network connection. Firmware Upgrade Allows you to their factory defaults. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Administration The Administration tab allows you to reboot the Network Optimizer, change the Network Optimizer's Administrator password...
...Password Allows you to change the administrator password, upgrade the firmware, and restore all of the Network Optimizer's settings to the table below for more information on the options available on the Administration tab....remotely reboot the Network Optimizer. Reboot Allows you to view status information about the Network Optimizer and its network connection. Firmware Upgrade Allows you to their factory defaults. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Administration The Administration tab allows you to reboot the Network Optimizer, change the Network Optimizer's Administrator password...
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...durring gaming. Make sure that you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Use the Detect Upstream button on the Web-based Utility's Administration tab to upgrade the firmware. I need to set the Network Optimizer to solve your network cable...the Internet again. • Check your problem. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 7 Common Problems and Solutions Common Problems and Solutions 1. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Appendix A: Troubleshooting Read the descriptions below to its factory default settings. Use the Detect Upstream button on the ...
...durring gaming. Make sure that you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Use the Detect Upstream button on the Web-based Utility's Administration tab to upgrade the firmware. I need to set the Network Optimizer to solve your network cable...the Internet again. • Check your problem. Appendix A: Troubleshooting 7 Common Problems and Solutions Common Problems and Solutions 1. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Appendix A: Troubleshooting Read the descriptions below to its factory default settings. Use the Detect Upstream button on the ...
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...the computer is admin) in the Open field, then click the OK button. 3. If you see a login screen. 2. Access the Network Optimizer's Web-based Utility at www.linksys.com, then follow the steps below: 1. Make sure Obtain IP addresses automatically is selected in the settings. • Open a command ... not the cause of the problem. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware you downloaded from a different computer to Windows Help for Gaming and VoIP Frequently Asked Questions How do I test my Internet connection? • Check your Internet or WAN IP address is 1.2.3.4, you get...
...the computer is admin) in the Open field, then click the OK button. 3. If you see a login screen. 2. Access the Network Optimizer's Web-based Utility at www.linksys.com, then follow the steps below: 1. Make sure Obtain IP addresses automatically is selected in the settings. • Open a command ... not the cause of the problem. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware you downloaded from a different computer to Windows Help for Gaming and VoIP Frequently Asked Questions How do I test my Internet connection? • Check your Internet or WAN IP address is 1.2.3.4, you get...
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...Name Server) - An always-on , fast Internet connection. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at and interact with a fixed domain name (e.g., www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP ...linksys.com/glossary. The transmission capacity of computers. Byte - Default Gateway - A binary digit. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A specific name for Gaming and VoIP Appendix B: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Bandwidth - Network Optimizer for a network of a given device or network...
...Name Server) - An always-on , fast Internet connection. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at and interact with a fixed domain name (e.g., www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP ...linksys.com/glossary. The transmission capacity of computers. Byte - Default Gateway - A binary digit. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A specific name for Gaming and VoIP Appendix B: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Bandwidth - Network Optimizer for a network of a given device or network...
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Network Optimizer for a particular networking device. Full Duplex - Gateway - IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that can occur in a network. The computers and networking products that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) -... that displays the IP address for Gaming and VoIP EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - MAC (Media Access Control) Address - a unit of a networking device to a different IP address for...
Network Optimizer for a particular networking device. Full Duplex - Gateway - IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that can occur in a network. The computers and networking products that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) -... that displays the IP address for Gaming and VoIP EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - MAC (Media Access Control) Address - a unit of a networking device to a different IP address for...
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...code that connects multiple networks together. Switch - 1. A network protocol for Gaming and VoIP Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - A standard mail server commonly used on a computer or networking device used for plugging in Europe. A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to data ...Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to enter the network. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A device for accessing remote PCs. Network Optimizer for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. PPPoE (Point...
...code that connects multiple networks together. Switch - 1. A network protocol for Gaming and VoIP Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - A standard mail server commonly used on a computer or networking device used for plugging in Europe. A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to data ...Point Protocol over Ethernet) - A protocol that uses an authentication server to enter the network. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A device for accessing remote PCs. Network Optimizer for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. PPPoE (Point...
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... physical layout of data moved successfully from one network and goes to another over a network. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Throughput - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one node to another in a given time period. TX Rate - Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol...
... physical layout of data moved successfully from one network and goes to another over a network. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Throughput - A security measure to protect data as it leaves one node to another in a given time period. TX Rate - Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol...
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... be a remote risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. • To reduce the risk of electric shock from lightning. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Appendix C: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with Canadian ICES-003 rule.
... be a remote risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. • To reduce the risk of electric shock from lightning. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Appendix C: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with Canadian ICES-003 rule.
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Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Appendix C: Regulatory Information 14 Consumers are required to comply with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.
Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Appendix C: Regulatory Information 14 Consumers are required to comply with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.