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... State of interest and is provided with the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. Warning: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to do while using the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP easier than ever. Wash hands after handling. All rights reserved. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. Linksys is something you should pay special attention...
... State of interest and is provided with the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. Warning: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to do while using the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP easier than ever. Wash hands after handling. All rights reserved. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. Linksys is something you should pay special attention...
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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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...prioritization helps make sure that data to your network traffic, the Network Optimizer makes sure time-sensitive applications like online gaming and VoIP calls run smoothly. The Network Optimizer streamlines your online games don't lag when someone else on the network is surfing the web or sending email. ... best part is time-sensitive and what isn't, and prioritizes delivery of that your home network for Gaming and VoIP. It automatically determines what data is that the Network Optimizer takes care of prioritizing the data automatically, with no user setup of data that go ...
...prioritization helps make sure that data to your network traffic, the Network Optimizer makes sure time-sensitive applications like online gaming and VoIP calls run smoothly. The Network Optimizer streamlines your online games don't lag when someone else on the network is surfing the web or sending email. ... best part is time-sensitive and what isn't, and prioritizes delivery of that your home network for Gaming and VoIP. It automatically determines what data is that the Network Optimizer takes care of prioritizing the data automatically, with no user setup of data that go ...
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... for the Network Optimizer • Appendix D: Specifications Provides technical specifications for the Network Optimizer • Appendix E: Warranty Information Provides Warranty information for the Network Optimizer • Appendix F: Contact Information Provides contact information for Gaming and VoIP What's in this Guide? This User Guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Network Optimizer. • Chapter 1: Introduction Describes the Network Optimizer's applications...
... for the Network Optimizer • Appendix D: Specifications Provides technical specifications for the Network Optimizer • Appendix E: Warranty Information Provides Warranty information for the Network Optimizer • Appendix F: Contact Information Provides contact information for Gaming and VoIP What's in this Guide? This User Guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Network Optimizer. • Chapter 1: Introduction Describes the Network Optimizer's applications...
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... LED ROUTER LED With these, and many other, Linksys products, your network. The ROUTER LED flashes green when the Network Optimizer is connected to your networking options are limitless. Refer to the table below 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 work with the...
... LED ROUTER LED With these, and many other, Linksys products, your network. The ROUTER LED flashes green when the Network Optimizer is connected to your networking options are limitless. Refer to the table below 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 work with the...
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... port, then connect the other end to set up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview Power port Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Installation is ready for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview This chapter explains how to the Network Optimizer's MODEM port. 3. ROUTER Port Figure 3-1: ROUTER port MODEM port Figure 3-2: MODEM port Chapter 3: Setting...
... port, then connect the other end to set up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview Power port Figure 3-3: Power port 4 Installation is ready for Gaming and VoIP Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Overview This chapter explains how to the Network Optimizer's MODEM port. 3. ROUTER Port Figure 3-1: ROUTER port MODEM port Figure 3-2: MODEM port Chapter 3: Setting...
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... table below for more information on the Setup tab. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Using the Web-Based Utility Use the Web-based utility to make changes to the Network Optimizer's settings, update the firmware, change the Network Optimizer's basic settings. Follow the steps below to http://192... making changes, click the Apply button to save your web browser. 2. Figure 3-4: Network Optimizer Login Screen Figure 3-5: Web-based Utility Setup Tab Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer 5 Using the Web-Based Utility If you're unsure of the type of your ...
... table below for more information on the Setup tab. Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP Using the Web-Based Utility Use the Web-based utility to make changes to the Network Optimizer's settings, update the firmware, change the Network Optimizer's basic settings. Follow the steps below to http://192... making changes, click the Apply button to save your web browser. 2. Figure 3-4: Network Optimizer Login Screen Figure 3-5: Web-based Utility Setup Tab Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer 5 Using the Web-Based Utility If you're unsure of the type of your ...
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... the Network Optimizer, change the Network Optimizer's Administrator password Restore Factory Defaults Allows you to view status information about the Network Optimizer and its network connection. Figure 3-6: Web-based Utility Administration Tab Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Using the Web-Based Utility Figure 3-7: Web-based Utility Status Tab 6 Refer to the table below for Gaming and VoIP Administration...
... the Network Optimizer, change the Network Optimizer's Administrator password Restore Factory Defaults Allows you to view status information about the Network Optimizer and its network connection. Figure 3-6: Web-based Utility Administration Tab Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer Using the Web-Based Utility Figure 3-7: Web-based Utility Status Tab 6 Refer to the table below for Gaming and VoIP Administration...
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...it is unclear. Press and hold the Reset button for Gaming and VoIP Appendix A: Troubleshooting Read the descriptions below to solve your Internet connection's upstream data rate. I need to set the Network Optimizer to its factory default settings. Common Problems and Solutions 1....Network Optimizer and that you give the Network Optimizer about one minute to boot up after plugging it in or resetting it, then try to access the Internet again. • If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. There's a slight lag durring gaming. Network Optimizer...
...it is unclear. Press and hold the Reset button for Gaming and VoIP Appendix A: Troubleshooting Read the descriptions below to solve your Internet connection's upstream data rate. I need to set the Network Optimizer to its factory default settings. Common Problems and Solutions 1....Network Optimizer and that you give the Network Optimizer about one minute to boot up after plugging it in or resetting it, then try to access the Internet again. • If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. There's a slight lag durring gaming. Network Optimizer...
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... Start and Run. 2. For example, if your Internet or WAN IP address is not the cause of the problem. Access the Network Optimizer's Web-based Utility at www.linksys.com, then follow the steps below: 1. When you do not get a reply, try the ping command from a different computer ...command from a different computer to the Internet. For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, refer to Windows Help for Gaming and VoIP Frequently Asked Questions How do I upgrade the Network Optimizer's firmware? Type command (Windows 98SE and Me) or cmd (Windows 2000 and XP) in the command prompt and press...
... Start and Run. 2. For example, if your Internet or WAN IP address is not the cause of the problem. Access the Network Optimizer's Web-based Utility at www.linksys.com, then follow the steps below: 1. When you do not get a reply, try the ping command from a different computer ...command from a different computer to the Internet. For Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP, refer to Windows Help for Gaming and VoIP Frequently Asked Questions How do I upgrade the Network Optimizer's firmware? Type command (Windows 98SE and Me) or cmd (Windows 2000 and XP) in the command prompt and press...
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...used to start a device and cause it to connect devices in turn connects to a user for Gaming and VoIP Appendix B: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Domain - To start executing instructions. An always... IP address of your local area network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - Browser - Allows the hosting of a given device or network. Network Optimizer for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at and interact with a fixed...
...used to start a device and cause it to connect devices in turn connects to a user for Gaming and VoIP Appendix B: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Domain - To start executing instructions. An always... IP address of your local area network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - Browser - Allows the hosting of a given device or network. Network Optimizer for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at and interact with a fixed...
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... related programs located at the IP layer. IEEE standard network protocol that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. MAC (Media Access Control) Address - A set of measurement for Gaming and VoIP EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - ISP (Internet Service Provider) - One million bits per second; Network - NAT (Network Address Translation) - The address used to implement secure exchange...
... related programs located at the IP layer. IEEE standard network protocol that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. MAC (Media Access Control) Address - A set of measurement for Gaming and VoIP EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) - ISP (Internet Service Provider) - One million bits per second; Network - NAT (Network Address Translation) - The address used to implement secure exchange...
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Network Optimizer for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit. A standard mail server commonly used for accessing remote PCs. Port - Power over Ethernet) - Any computer whose function in a network is also used for transmitting data that...a computer or networking device used as a type of data sent. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to files, printing, communications, and other services. A protocol that determines the size of the network. A device for Gaming and VoIP Ping (Packet...
Network Optimizer for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit. A standard mail server commonly used for accessing remote PCs. Port - Power over Ethernet) - Any computer whose function in a network is also used for transmitting data that...a computer or networking device used as a type of data sent. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) - A technology enabling an Ethernet network cable to files, printing, communications, and other services. A protocol that determines the size of the network. A device for Gaming and VoIP Ping (Packet...
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...leaves one node to another in a given time period. WAN (Wide Area Network) - Topology - TX Rate - Transmission Rate. VPN (Virtual Private Network) - Appendix B: Glossary 12 Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - The amount of a network. Upload - The address of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no ...file located on the Internet. To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. The physical layout of data moved successfully from one network and goes to another over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) -
...leaves one node to another in a given time period. WAN (Wide Area Network) - Topology - TX Rate - Transmission Rate. VPN (Virtual Private Network) - Appendix B: Glossary 12 Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol) - The amount of a network. Upload - The address of the TCP/IP FTP protocol that has no ...file located on the Internet. To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. The physical layout of data moved successfully from one network and goes to another over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) -
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... the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate...
... the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate...
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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.
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