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Broadband Router with QoS WIRED User Guide Model No. ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. RT042
Broadband Router with QoS WIRED User Guide Model No. ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. RT042
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... found in the "List of Figures" section in the U.S. RT042-UG-50323A BW Wash hands after handling. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to while using the Router. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. ...cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Cisco Systems, Inc. Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a Caution or Warning about something that are definitions for the following items when reading this Guide: This checkmark means ...
... found in the "List of Figures" section in the U.S. RT042-UG-50323A BW Wash hands after handling. This question mark provides you with a reminder about something you should pay special attention to while using the Router. Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other countries. ...cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Cisco Systems, Inc. Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks Linksys is a Caution or Warning about something that are definitions for the following items when reading this Guide: This checkmark means ...
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... Scheduler 17 Parental Control Tab - Password 15 Basic Setup Tab - DDNS 22 Advanced Setup Tab - Remote Management 24 Website Hit Rate 17 Parental Control Tab - Broadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to LANs 4 The Use of IP Addresses 4 Chapter 3: Getting to...
... Scheduler 17 Parental Control Tab - Password 15 Basic Setup Tab - DDNS 22 Advanced Setup Tab - Remote Management 24 Website Hit Rate 17 Parental Control Tab - Broadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome 1 What's in this Guide? 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to LANs 4 The Use of IP Addresses 4 Chapter 3: Getting to...
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...44 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 44 For the Router's Web-based Utility 45 Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility 46 Starting the Utility 46 Router Information 47 Usage Configuration Screens 47 Appendix E: The... Setup Wizard 51 Appendix F: Windows Help 54 Appendix G: Glossary 55 Appendix H: Specifications 59 Appendix I: Warranty Information 60 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 61 Appendix K: Contact Information 62 System Log 27 Log Tab - Broadband Router...
...44 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 44 For the Router's Web-based Utility 45 Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility 46 Starting the Utility 46 Router Information 47 Usage Configuration Screens 47 Appendix E: The... Setup Wizard 51 Appendix F: Windows Help 54 Appendix G: Glossary 55 Appendix H: Specifications 59 Appendix I: Warranty Information 60 Appendix J: Regulatory Information 61 Appendix K: Contact Information 62 System Log 27 Log Tab - Broadband Router...
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...IP 14 Figure 5-9: PPPoE 14 Figure 5-10: PPTP 15 Figure 5-11: Basic Setup Tab - Password 15 Figure 5-12: Basic Setup Tab - Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 8 Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9... Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet 9 Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 9 Figure 5-1: Entering the Router's IP Address 12 Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility 12 Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button 12 Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 Figure 5-5: System...
...IP 14 Figure 5-9: PPPoE 14 Figure 5-10: PPTP 15 Figure 5-11: Basic Setup Tab - Password 15 Figure 5-12: Basic Setup Tab - Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: Front Panel 6 Figure 3-2: Back Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 8 Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9... Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet 9 Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 9 Figure 5-1: Entering the Router's IP Address 12 Figure 5-2: Accessing the Web-Based Utility 12 Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button 12 Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 Figure 5-5: System...
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...MAC Address/Adapter Address 44 Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 45 Figure C-4: MAC Address Clone 45 Figure D-1: The Utility's Main Screen 46 Figure D-2: The Router Information Screen 47 Figure D-3: The On-Line Scheduler 48 Figure D-4: The Hit Rate Screen 48 Figure D-5: The Real Time Usage Screen 49 Figure D-6: The ...Hit Rate Screen 49 Figure D-7: The Performance Optimization Screen 50 Figure E-1: Basic Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Figure 5-24: Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Service Management 21 Figure 5-23: Advanced Setup Tab -
...MAC Address/Adapter Address 44 Figure C-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 45 Figure C-4: MAC Address Clone 45 Figure D-1: The Utility's Main Screen 46 Figure D-2: The Router Information Screen 47 Figure D-3: The On-Line Scheduler 48 Figure D-4: The Hit Rate Screen 48 Figure D-5: The Real Time Usage Screen 49 Figure D-6: The ...Hit Rate Screen 49 Figure D-7: The Performance Optimization Screen 50 Figure E-1: Basic Setup Tab - UPnP 21 Figure 5-24: Advanced Setup Tab - Broadband Router Figure 5-22: Service Management 21 Figure 5-23: Advanced Setup Tab -
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...interact with QoS is placed on , fast Internet connection. broadband: an always-on and retrieved from other networks. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) : a networking protocol that you define the amount of the available bandwidth for additional bandwidth. The Router's QoS (Quality ... to this, you for your network. Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you can control access to the Internet through the Router, they can communicate with each of the devices on your Internet connection. The Linksys Broadband Router with all kinds of a given device ...
...interact with QoS is placed on , fast Internet connection. broadband: an always-on and retrieved from other networks. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) : a networking protocol that you define the amount of the available bandwidth for additional bandwidth. The Router's QoS (Quality ... to this, you for your network. Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you can control access to the Internet through the Router, they can communicate with each of the devices on your Internet connection. The Linksys Broadband Router with all kinds of a given device ...
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... the MAC address for your computer's Ethernet adapter so you can use the Router's MAC address cloning feature. • Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility This appendix describes the Router Utility that comes on the Router's CD. • Appendix E: The Setup Wizard This appendix describes the Setup... computer or device on how to each networking device. The unique address that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. Broadband Router What's in this Guide? TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol): a set of instructions PCs use the Web-Based Utility to...
... the MAC address for your computer's Ethernet adapter so you can use the Router's MAC address cloning feature. • Appendix D: Using the RT042 Utility This appendix describes the Router Utility that comes on the Router's CD. • Appendix E: The Setup Wizard This appendix describes the Setup... computer or device on how to each networking device. The unique address that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent. Broadband Router What's in this Guide? TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol): a set of instructions PCs use the Web-Based Utility to...
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Broadband Router • Appendix H: Specifications This appendix provides the Router's technical specifications. • Appendix I: Warranty Information This appendix contains the Router's warranty information. • Appendix J: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix K: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
Broadband Router • Appendix H: Specifications This appendix provides the Router's technical specifications. • Appendix I: Warranty Information This appendix contains the Router's warranty information. • Appendix J: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix K: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this Guide?
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Broadband Router Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to LANs A Router is automatically assigned to a device on the network. This applies to LANs If you use the Router to find out if they expire and may change it will need that travels between these two networks. A dynamic... connection, contact your LAN remains private. If a PC logs onto the network (or the Internet) and its location, or address, on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to the appropriate PC on the network. ISP (Internet Service Provider):...
Broadband Router Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to LANs A Router is automatically assigned to a device on the network. This applies to LANs If you use the Router to find out if they expire and may change it will need that travels between these two networks. A dynamic... connection, contact your LAN remains private. If a PC logs onto the network (or the Internet) and its location, or address, on broadband connection over traditional phone lines. Static IP address: a fixed address assigned to the appropriate PC on the network. ISP (Internet Service Provider):...
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DHCP frees you to log on the network or another network device, such as the Router. Chapter 2: Networking Basics 5 The Use of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to the Internet. For DSL users, many ISPs may require ...This is similar to Point Protocol over Ethernet): a type of IP Addresses PPPoE is a dedicated, high-speed connection type called the DHCP client. Broadband Router A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on with a dynamic IP address to establish a connection to data transport. The PC or network ...
DHCP frees you to log on the network or another network device, such as the Router. Chapter 2: Networking Basics 5 The Use of broadband connection that provides authentication (username and password) in addition to the Internet. For DSL users, many ISPs may require ...This is similar to Point Protocol over Ethernet): a type of IP Addresses PPPoE is a dedicated, high-speed connection type called the DHCP client. Broadband Router A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on with a dynamic IP address to establish a connection to data transport. The PC or network ...
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... when the system is actively sending or receiving data over that port. port: the connection point on the front panel. Green. Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. If an LED is continuously...
... when the system is actively sending or receiving data over that port. port: the connection point on the front panel. Green. Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs are located on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters. If an LED is continuously...
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...factory defaults and clear all other troubleshooting measures, press and hold in one of the Router. Power The Power port is having problems connecting to "Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router." Internet2 The Internet2 port acts as port forwarding or a new password. Chapter 3:... Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels boot: to start executing instructions. 7 Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels The Router's ports and Reset button are experiencing extreme problems with a paper clip or a...
...factory defaults and clear all other troubleshooting measures, press and hold in one of the Router. Power The Power port is having problems connecting to "Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router." Internet2 The Internet2 port acts as port forwarding or a new password. Chapter 3:... Getting to Know the Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels boot: to start executing instructions. 7 Broadband Router The Back and Side Panels The Router's ports and Reset button are experiencing extreme problems with a paper clip or a...
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...the information. If not, you can begin installation and setup of the Router. Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router Overview To set up your network, you will need to do the following: • Connect the Router to one of your PCs according to the instructions in this chapter. ...• Set up and configure the Router with the setting(s) provided by your ISP to "Chapter 5: Setting up and Configuring the Broadband Router." The installation technician from your ISP should have the setup information for your specific ...
...the information. If not, you can begin installation and setup of the Router. Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router Overview To set up your network, you will need to do the following: • Connect the Router to one of your PCs according to the instructions in this chapter. ...• Set up and configure the Router with the setting(s) provided by your ISP to "Chapter 5: Setting up and Configuring the Broadband Router." The installation technician from your ISP should have the setup information for your specific ...
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...the front panel will light up as soon as the power adapter is powered off, including the Router, PCs, hubs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Broadband Router Connection Instructions 1. Connect the other network devices to the network device, e.g., modem or public ... Connect the included AC power cable to "Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router." Figure 4-2: Connect a PC Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet Figure 4-4: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 9 Connection Instructions If using one. 5. Before you begin, make sure that all...
...the front panel will light up as soon as the power adapter is powered off, including the Router, PCs, hubs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Broadband Router Connection Instructions 1. Connect the other network devices to the network device, e.g., modem or public ... Connect the included AC power cable to "Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router." Figure 4-2: Connect a PC Figure 4-3: Connect the Internet Figure 4-4: Connect the Power Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband Router 9 Connection Instructions If using one. 5. Before you begin, make sure that all...
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Basic Setup Tab • Network. Broadband Router Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Overview For your ISP to change the registered MAC address to the Router's MAC address. You can also configure the user and IP bandwidth. Some ISPs require that you to allow or ...you from the default setting, if necessary, to show the accurate time. • MAC Clone. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 10 Overview This chapter will be available after you should change it . Additional tabs will explain all of its screens, are five main ...
Basic Setup Tab • Network. Broadband Router Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Overview For your ISP to change the registered MAC address to the Router's MAC address. You can also configure the user and IP bandwidth. Some ISPs require that you to allow or ...you from the default setting, if necessary, to show the accurate time. • MAC Clone. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 10 Overview This chapter will be available after you should change it . Additional tabs will explain all of its screens, are five main ...
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...that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. This tab displays the system statistics. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 11 Overview The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) Host feature allows one local user to be used to establish a Web server or...Pass Through. • Remote Management. This tab allows you wish. • Performance Optimization. Log Tab • System Log. Broadband Router • Website Hit Rate. This feature allows you to view which websites or applications are viewing their ten most favorite websites....
...that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. This tab displays the system statistics. Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router 11 Overview The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) Host feature allows one local user to be used to establish a Web server or...Pass Through. • Remote Management. This tab allows you wish. • Performance Optimization. Log Tab • System Log. Broadband Router • Website Hit Rate. This feature allows you to view which websites or applications are viewing their ten most favorite websites....
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...Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the User name field and ...the Password field. This screen displays the router's current status and settings. User Usage This is System Summary Tab. Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 A screen will take you for each...
...Figure 5-3: The Site Map Button Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Router's Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the User name field and ...the Password field. This screen displays the router's current status and settings. User Usage This is System Summary Tab. Broadband Router How to Access the Web-based Utility Figure 5-4: Site Map 12 A screen will take you for each...
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...are allowed and to delete this user. The default setting is 0. Basic Setup Tab - A walk-through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or broadband (DSL, cable modem) carrier. In most network settings without changing any of the default values. Network 13 Delete: Click the trashcan icon if... to save the network settings or click the Cancel Changes button to the Internet through of the Wizard is accessing. Broadband Router User Bandwidth This is a list of all of the router's basic setup functions.The first screen that appears, the Network screen, includes basic settings for the...
...are allowed and to delete this user. The default setting is 0. Basic Setup Tab - A walk-through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or broadband (DSL, cable modem) carrier. In most network settings without changing any of the default values. Network 13 Delete: Click the trashcan icon if... to save the network settings or click the Cancel Changes button to the Internet through of the Wizard is accessing. Broadband Router User Bandwidth This is a list of all of the router's basic setup functions.The first screen that appears, the Network screen, includes basic settings for the...
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...PPPoE connection will be enabled or not. Figure 5-7: Obtain an IP Automatically Figure 5-8: Static IP Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - You must obtain this information from your ISP automatically assigns an IP Address, select Obtain an IP automatically. If ...your ISP to specify the Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway Address, and DNS Server, select Static IP. Broadband Router LAN Setting This shows the Router's MAC Address, which is used. subnet mask: an address code that the connection is 192.168.1.1 for IP address...
...PPPoE connection will be enabled or not. Figure 5-7: Obtain an IP Automatically Figure 5-8: Static IP Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Basic Setup Tab - You must obtain this information from your ISP automatically assigns an IP Address, select Obtain an IP automatically. If ...your ISP to specify the Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway Address, and DNS Server, select Static IP. Broadband Router LAN Setting This shows the Router's MAC Address, which is used. subnet mask: an address code that the connection is 192.168.1.1 for IP address...