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Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview 1
Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Horizontal Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Wall-Mounting Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 2: Cisco Connect 3
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Computers and Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Guest Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Router Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
How to Exit Cisco Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
How to Access Cisco Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration 13
How to Access the Browser-Based Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Setup > Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Setup > DDNS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Setup > MAC Address Clone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Setup > Advanced Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Manual Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Wireless > Wireless Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Security > Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Security > VPN Passthrough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Access Restrictions > Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Applications and Gaming > Single Port Forwarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Applications & Gaming > Port Range Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Applications and Gaming > DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Applications and Gaming > QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Administration > Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Administration > Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Administration > Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Administration > Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Administration > Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Status > Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Status > Local Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Status > Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
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Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys E1000 Wireless-N
Router. The Router lets you access the Internet via a
wireless connection or through one of its four switched
ports. You can also use the Router to share resources such
as computers, printers and files.
A variety of security features help to protect your data
and your privacy while you are online. Security features
include Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security, which
encrypts data on your wireless network; a Stateful Packet
Inspection (SPI) firewall to help block unauthorized access
to your Router; and Network Address Translation (NAT)
technology, which enhances network protection by
allowing your computers to share Internet access through
a single, public Internet IP address. (IP stands for Internet
Protocol.)
Setup and use of the Router is easy using Cisco Connect,
the software that is installed when you run the included
CD. Advanced configuration of the Router is available
through the provided browser-based utility.
Top
1, 2, 3, 4 (Blue) These numbered LEDs,
corresponding with the numbered ports on
the Router’s back panel, serve two purposes.
The LED is continuously lit when the Router
is connected to a device through that port. It
flashes to indicate network activity over that
port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button If you have
client devices, such as wireless adapters,
that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you
can use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button to
automatically configure wireless security for
your wireless network.
To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, refer to
“Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 21.
Wireless (Blue) The Wireless LED lights up
when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the Router sends or receives data over
the wireless network.
Internet (Blue) The Internet LED lights up
when there is a connection made through the
Internet port. It flashes to indicate network
activity over the Internet port.
Power (Blue) The Power LED lights up when
the Router is powered on. When the Router goes
through its self-diagnostic mode during every
boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic
is complete, the LED is continuously lit.
Back
Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset Power
12VDC
Internet Using an Ethernet cable (also called
a network or Internet cable), the Internet
port connects the Router to your Internet
connection, which is typically a cable or Digital
Subscriber Line (DSL) modem.
4, 3, 2, 1 Using Ethernet cables, these Ethernet
ports (4, 3, 2, 1) connect the Router to computers
and other Ethernet network devices on your
wired network.
Reset There are two ways to reset the Router
to its factory defaults. Either press and hold
the Reset button for approximately five
seconds, or restore the defaults from the
Administration > Factory Defaults screen in
the Router’s browser-based utility (refer to
“Administration > Factory Defaults” on page
35).
Power The Power port connects to the
included power adapter.
Horizontal Placement
The Router has four rubber feet on its bottom panel. Place
the Router on a level surface near an electrical outlet.
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Wall-Mounting Placement
The Router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel.
The distance between the slots is 152 mm.
Two screws are needed to mount the Router.
Suggested Mounting Hardware
2.5-3.0 mm
4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm
NOTE: Cisco is not responsible for damages
incurred by unsecured wall-mounting hardware.
Follow these instructions:
1. Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make
sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and
sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of
an electrical outlet.
2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are
152 mm apart.
3. Insert a screw into each hole and leave 3 mm
of its head exposed.
4. Position the Router so the wall-mount slots line up
with the two screws.
5. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide
the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the
wall-mount slots.
152 mm
Wall-Mounting Template
Print this page at 100% size.
Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
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Chapter 2: Cisco Connect
During installation, the setup software installs Cisco
Connect on your computer. Cisco Connect offers options
to connect additional computers or devices to the Router
and allows you to change the Router’s settings.
Installation
To install the Router:
1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Insert CD
2. Click Set up your Linksys Router.
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
AutoPlay
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
Set Up Your Linksys Router
If you do not see this, access setup on the CD directly.
To do so, perform the following steps for your specific
operating system:
Windows 7
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows Vista
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows XP
a. Go to Start > My Computer and select your
CD-ROM drive.
b. Double-click Setup.exe.
Mac OS X
a. Double-click the CD on your desktop.
b. Double-click Setup.
3. Read the Software End User License Agreement.
To accept the agreement and continue with the
installation, click Next.
License Agreement
4. The connection steps are displayed.
Connection Overview
a. Plug the power cord into the Power port on the
back of the Router.
Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset Power
12VDC
Connect to Power Port
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b. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet.
Connect to Electrical Outlet
c. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the yellow
port labeled Internet on the back of the Router.
The other end of the Ethernet cable should
plug in to your broadband modem or existing
gateway/router. Click Next.
Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset Power
12VDC
Connect Ethernet Cable
NOTE: You can view detailed connection steps
by clicking in the setup software.
5. Please wait while the setup software is setting up the
Router.
Please Wait
6. The installation is complete. Click OK.
Installation is Complete
NOTE: If you have any problems during the
installation process, refer to the Frequently
Asked Questions in the setup software, or use a
computer with an active Internet connection to
visit www.linksys.com/support.
Main Menu
When Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appears:
Main Menu
Status information is displayed in the upper right corner:
•online secure
Your local network is secure, and your Internet
connection is available.
•offline secure
Your local network is secure; however, your Internet
connection is not available. To repair your Internet
connection, follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: A group of computers or other devices
connected to a router is a local network.
The router allows the networked devices to
communicate with each other.
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The main menu offers four options: Computers and
devices, Parental controls, Guest access, and Router
settings.
NOTE: To view the FAQs for more information,
click Need help?
Local Access versus Guest Access
You can connect computers or devices to your Router by
giving them local access (Computers and devices option)
or guest access (Guest access option).
Computers and devices with local access will have
access to the Internet and to other devices on your
local network, including shared computers and
printers that are connected to the Router. Local access
can be given to a wired or wireless device. Refer to
“Computers and Other Devices” on page 6 for more
information.
Guest access allows you to provide guests visiting your
home with Internet access. Your guests will not have access
to your other computers or personal data. Provide your
guest with the guest network name and password. Guest
computers must connect to your network using a wireless
network connection. Refer to “Main Menu – Guest Access”
on page 5 and “Guest Access” on page 10 for more
information.
The following diagram shows a typical example of how
local access and guest access are used in the same home.
Guest Access versus Local Access Diagram
1
2
1
2
Internet
Guest Notebook
Family Notebook
Printer
Modem
Router
Guest Access (Internet Access Only)
Local Access
Main Menu – Computers and Devices
Use this option to connect another computer or device to
the Router.
There is x device(s) connected to your router The
number of devices connected to the Router is displayed.
Add device To connect another computer or
device to the Router, click Add device and go to
“Computers and Other Devices” on page 6.
Main Menu – Parental Controls
Parental controls restrict Internet access for up to five
computers. For the computers you select, you can block or
limit Internet access to specific times. You can also block
specific websites.
Parental controls restrictions are being applied to x
device(s) The number of devices with parental controls
restrictions is displayed.
Change To enable parental controls or change settings,
click Change and go to “Parental Controls” on page 8.
Main Menu – Guest Access
Guest access provides Internet access only; it does not
provide access to the local network and its resources. For
example, the guest computer cannot print to a printer on
the local network or copy files to a computer on the local
network.
Guest access helps minimize exposure of your local
network. To grant Internet access to friends or family,
provide the guest network name and password displayed
on this screen.
Guests can connect to x-guest using the password
xyz When a guest wants Internet access in your home,
have the guest do the following:
1. Connect to the wireless guest network, which is the
name of your wireless network followed by -guest.
2. Open a web browser.
3. On the login screen, enter the password of your guest
network. Then click Login.
Change To disable guest access or change settings, click
Change and go to “Guest Access” on page 10.
Main Menu – Router Settings
Use this option to personalize the Router’s settings.
Router name is x The name of the Router is displayed.
Change To change settings, click Change and go to
“Router Settings” on page 10.
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Computers and Other Devices
The Computers and other devices screen appears.
Computers and Other Devices
Computer Click this option to connect another computer
in your home. Go to “Computer” on page 6.
Wireless printer Click this option to connect a wireless
printer. Go to “Wireless Printer” on page 7.
Other devices Click this option to connect a device that
is not a computer, such as a smartphone or game console.
Go to “Connect Manually” on page 7.
Computer
You can use a USB flash drive to create an Easy Setup Key,
which holds the wireless settings for the Router. Then
you can use the Easy Setup Key to connect additional
computers to the Router. Select the appropriate option:
•Yes, I have an Easy Setup Key If you already have an
Easy Setup Key, select this option. Click Next and go to
“Connect with the Easy Setup Key” on page 6.
•No, I don’t have an Easy Setup Key — create a new
one now If you want to create or update an Easy
Setup Key, select this option. Click Next and go to
“Create or Update the Easy Setup Key” on page 7.
•I want to connect manually using my wireless
settings If you want to connect manually (without an
Easy Setup Key), select this option. Click Next and go
to “Connect Manually” on page 7.
Do You Have an Easy Setup Key?
Connect with the Easy Setup Key
1. Insert the Easy Setup Key into an available USB port on
the computer that you want to connect to the Router.
Connecting Another Computer
2. On that computer, click Connect to your Linksys
Router. (If you do not see this, access the Easy Setup
Key through Windows Explorer or the Finder, and
double-click Connect.)
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect that
computer to the Router.
3. Come back to this computer. On the Connecting
another computer screen, click Next.
4. Enter a name that will be used to identify the newly
added computer. Then click Finish.
Name Your Device
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Create or Update the Easy Setup Key
If you do not have an Easy Setup Key, then you can create
one using a USB flash drive. If you already have an Easy
Setup Key, then you can update it with the Router’s
current settings.
1. Insert the Easy Setup Key or a USB flash drive into an
available USB port on your computer.
Update or Create an Easy Setup Key
2. Please wait while settings are copied to the Easy Setup
Key.
Copying Files to the Easy Setup Key
3. Remove the Easy Setup Key. You can now use it to
connect other computers to the Router (for more
information, refer to “Connect with the Easy Setup Key”
on page 6). Click Close.
Easy Setup Key Has Been Updated
Connect Manually
1. Enter the Network name (SSID), Security Key, and Security
Type settings on your wireless device (SSID stands for
Service Set Identifier). To print this information, click
Print these settings.
Connecting a Device
2. After your device connects, click Next.
3. Enter a name that will be used to identify this device.
Then click Finish.
Name Your Device
Wireless Printer
1. Refer to your printer’s documentation to learn how to
connect it to a wireless printer.
2. Enter the Network name (SSID), Security Key, and
Security Type settings on your wireless printer. To print
this information, click Print these settings.
Connecting a Wireless Printer
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3. Wait until your printer connects. On the Connecting a
wireless printer screen, click Next.
4. Enter a name that will be used to identify this printer.
Then click Finish.
Name Your Printer
Parental Controls
The Parental controls screen appears.
Parental Controls Password
First-Time Access of Parental Controls
1. The first time you access parental controls, you will be
asked to set up a parental controls password. Complete
the following:
•Parental controls password This password protects
access to parental controls. Create a password of 4-32
characters.
•Verify password Re-enter the password.
•Secret question Create a secret question and answer
pair. If you forget the password, you can reset it by
correctly answering the secret question. Enter your
question.
•Answer Enter the answer to your secret question.
Click OK to save your settings.
2. Select the computer whose parental controls you want
to set up. Then click OK.
Set Up Parental Controls For
3. The Parental controls main screen appears.
Parental Controls
You have the following options:
Restrict Internet access on The list of computer(s)
you have selected for parental controls is displayed.
To add, remove, or rename computers on this list,
refer to “Restrict Internet Access List” on page 9.
To set up parental controls on a computer, refer to
“Set Up Parental Controls” on page 9.
Change parental controls password Click this option
to change the password that protects access to parental
controls. Refer to “Change Parental Controls Password”
on page 10.
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Restrict Internet Access List
Parental Controls
Add If you want to apply parental controls to additional
computers, click Add.
If you clicked Add, the Set up parental controls for screen
appears.
Set Up Parental Controls For
Select the computer whose parental controls you want
to set up. Then click OK.
Remove If there is a computer that should not have
parental controls applied, select the computer and click
Remove.
Rename To give a computer a new name, select the
computer and click Rename.
If you clicked Rename, the Rename the device screen
appears.
Rename the Device
Enter the new name. Then click Rename.
Set Up Parental Controls
To set up parental controls for a computer, follow these
instructions:
1. Select the computer from the Restrict Internet access on
list. (If the computer is not listed, click Add to select
the computer.)
Parental Controls
2. The Block Internet access option offers the following:
•Always To always block Internet access, select this
option.
•Specific times To block Internet access during
specific days and times, select this option and set the
schedule:
– School nights Select the appropriate start and
end times.
– Weekends Select the appropriate start and
end times
•Never To always allow Internet access, keep the
default, Never.
3. For the Block specific sites option, click Edit to create a
list of websites you want to block. By default, the list
is empty.
If you clicked Edit, the Block these sites screen appears.
Block These Sites
a. On each line, enter a website address that you
want to block.
For example, to block http://www.example.com,
enter example.com on a line.
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b. Click Save to save your settings.
4. On the Parental controls screen, click Finish to save
your settings.
NOTE: Repeat steps 1-4 to set up parental
controls for different computers.
Change Parental Controls Password
If you clicked Change parental controls password, the
Change your parental controls password screen appears.
Change Your Parental Controls Password
•Old password Enter the old password.
•New password Enter a new password of 4-32
characters.
•Verify password Re-enter the new password.
Click Change to save your setting.
Guest Access
The Guest access settings screen appears.
Guest Access Settings
Allow guest access By default, guest access is enabled.
To disable guest access, select no.
Guest network name By default, the setup software sets
up the name of the guest network.
Password By default, the setup software sets up the
password for the guest network. To change the password,
click Change.
If you clicked Change, the Change guest password screen
appears.
Change Guest Password
•Enter a new guest password Enter a password of
4-32 characters.
•Click Change to save your setting.
Total guests allowed By default, 5 guests are allowed
Internet access through the guest network. Select the
appropriate number of guests allowed on your guest
network; you can select up to 10 guests.
Click Finish to save your settings.
Router Settings
The Router settings screen appears.
Router Settings
Personalize
Router name The name of the Router is displayed
(this is also the name of your wireless network).
To change the name, click Change and go to
“Change Router Name or Password” on page 11.
Password The password that protects access to the
Router’s settings is displayed (this also protects wireless
access to your local network). To change the password, click
Change and go to “Change Router Name or Password”
on page 11.
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Easy Setup Key
Update or create key The Easy Setup Key is a USB flash
drive that holds the wireless settings for the Router. If
you want to create or update an Easy Setup Key, click this
option and go to “Create or Update the Easy Setup Key”
on page 7.
Other Options
Register now to receive special offers and updates To
sign up to receive special offers and updates, click this
option.
Router details To view more information about the
Router, click this option and go to “Router Details” on
page 11.
Advanced settings To access settings for advanced
users, click this option and go to “Advanced Settings” on
page 12.
Click Finish to save your settings.
Change Router Name or Password
NOTE: When you change the Router name
or password, the name or password of your
wireless network also changes, and the Router is
reset. ALL computers and devices connected to
your Router will momentarily lose their Internet
connection. Wired computers and devices will
reconnect automatically; however, you will
need to reconnect all wireless computers and
devices using the wireless network’s new name
or password (for more information, refer to
“Computers and Other Devices” on page 6).
If you clicked Change, the Changing router name or
password screen appears.
1. To change the Router name or password, click Yes.
Otherwise, click No.
Changing Router Name or Password
2. Complete the following:
•Router name Enter a name of 1-32 characters.
•Password Enter a password of 8-63 characters.
•Click Change to save your settings.
Change Router Name and Password
Router Details
The Router details screen appears, displaying the Model
name, Model number, Serial number, Firmware version,
Operating system, Software version, Connection type
(WAN), IP address (LAN), IP address (WAN), and Computer
IP address. (WAN stands for Wide Area Network, such as
the Internet. IP stands for Internet Protocol. LAN stands for
Local Area Network.)
Copy To copy the details to a text file, click Copy and
follow these instructions:
1. Open a text editor, such as Microsoft Word or Notepad.
2. Go to Edit > Paste.
3. Go to File > Save.
Router Details
Click Close to return to the Router settings screen.
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Advanced Settings
If you are an advanced user familiar with router
administration, you can access the browser-based utility
to use the advanced configuration settings of the Router.
Username Enter this username to access the
browser-based utility.
Password Enter this password to access the
browser-based utility.
Copy password To copy the password to the Clipboard,
click this option.
Advanced Settings
Click OK to open the web browser and access the
browser-based utility. For more information, refer to
“How to Access the Browser-Based Utility” on page 13.
How to Exit Cisco Connect
To exit Cisco Connect, click Close on the main menu.
Main Menu
How to Access Cisco Connect
Windows
To access Cisco Connect, go to Start > All Programs >
Cisco Connect.
Mac
To access Cisco Connect, go to Go > Applications > Cisco
Connect.
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Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration
After setting up the Router with the setup software
(located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use.
If you would like to change its advanced settings, use the
Router’s browser-based utility. This chapter describes each
web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. You
can access the utility via a web browser on a computer
connected to the Router.
The browser-based utility has these main tabs: Setup,
Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications &
Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be
available after you click one of the main tabs.
How to Access the Browser-Based Utility
To access the browser-based utility, launch the web
browser on your computer, and enter the Router’s default
Internet Protocol (IP) address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address
field. Then press Enter.
NOTE: You can also access the browser-based
utility on Windows computers by entering the
device name in the Address field. Refer to Device
Name under “Router IP” on page 16.
A login screen will appear. (Non-Windows 7 users will
see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank.
Then enter the password you set up during the setup
software. (If you did not run the setup software, then use
the default password, admin. You can set a new password
on the Administration > Management screen. Refer to
“Administration > Management” on page 33.) Click OK
to continue.
Login Screen
NOTE: You can also access the browser-based
utility through Cisco Connect. For more
information, refer to “Router Settings” on page
10.
Setup > Basic Setup
The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This
allows you to change the Router’s general settings.
Setup > Basic Setup
Language
Language
To use a different language, select one from
the drop-down menu. The language of the browser-based
utility will change five seconds after you select another
language.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your
Internet connection. Most of this information can be
obtained through your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Internet Connection Type
Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides
from the drop-down menu. The available types are:
•Automatic Configuration - DHCP
•Static IP
•PPPoE
•PPTP
•L2TP
•Telstra Cable
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Automatic Configuration - DHCP
The default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic
Configuration - DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol). Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP
or if you connect using a dynamic IP address. (This option
usually applies to cable connections.)
Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP
Static IP
If you are required to use a permanent IP address to
connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Internet Connection Type > Static IP
Internet IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, when
seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the
IP address you need to enter here.
Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen
by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will
provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the
Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS
(Domain Name System) server IP address.
PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over
Ethernet (PPPoE) to establish Internet connections. If you
are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check
with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will
have to enable PPPoE.
Internet Connection Type > PPPoE
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Service Name (optional) If provided by your ISP, enter
the Service Name.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle
Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router
to automatically re-establish your connection as soon
as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this
option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time
field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse
before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If
you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically
re-establish your connection. To use this option, select
Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often
the Router should check the Internet connection. The
default is 30 seconds.
PPTP
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that
applies to connections in Europe only.
Internet Connection Type > PPTP
If your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through
a dynamic IP address, then select Obtain an IP Address
Automatically. If you are required to use a permanent IP
address to connect to the Internet, then select Specify an
IP Address. Then configure the following:
Specify an IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, as
seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the
IP address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen
by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will
provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the
Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
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DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS
(Domain Name System) Server IP address.
PPTP Server IP Address Your ISP will provide you with
the IP address of the PPTP server.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle
Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router
to automatically re-establish your connection as soon
as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this
option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time
field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse
before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If
you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically
re-establish your connection. To use this option, select
Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often
the Router should check the Internet connection. The
default is 30 seconds.
L2TP
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that applies
to connections in Israel only.
Internet Connection Type > L2TP
Server IP Address This is the IP address of the L2TP
Server. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you
need to specify here.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle
Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router
to automatically re-establish your connection as soon
as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this
option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time
field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse
before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If
you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically
re-establish your connection. To use this option, select
Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often
the Router should check the Internet connection. The
default is 30 seconds.
Telstra Cable
Telstra Cable is a service that applies to connections in
Australia only.
Internet Connection Type > Telstra Cable
Server IP Address This is the IP address of the Telstra
Cable. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you
need to specify here.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle
Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router
to automatically re-establish your connection as soon
as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this
option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time
field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse
before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If
you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically
re-establish your connection. To use this option, select
Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often
the Router should check the Internet connection. The
default is 30 seconds.
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Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify
with your ISP before making any changes.
Optional Settings
Host Name and Domain Name These fields allow you to
supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs,
usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification.
You may have to check with your ISP to see if your
broadband Internet service has been configured with a
host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields
blank will work.
MTU MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies
the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission.
Select Manual if you want to manually enter the largest
packet size that is transmitted. To have the Router select
the best MTU for your Internet connection, keep the
default setting, Auto.
Size When Manual is selected in the MTU field, this option
is enabled. Leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. The
default size depends on the Internet Connection Type:
•DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra: 1500
•PPPoE: 1492
•PPTP or L2TP: 1460
Network Setup
The Network Setup section configures the IP settings for
your local network.
Router IP
IP Address The Router’s IP address, as seen by your
network, is displayed. The default Router IP address is
192.168.1.1.
Subnet Mask The Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by your
network, is displayed.
Device name To access the browser-based utility, enter
the Router’s Device name or IP address. The default is
Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx are the last five digits of the Router’s
serial number, found on the product label on the left side
of the Router’s bottom panel). If you want to change the
default, enter a new Device name. (The Device name is
also the Router’s NetBIOS name.)
Router IP
DHCP Server Settings
The settings allow you to configure the Router’s DHCP
server function. The Router can be used as a DHCP server
for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an
IP address to each computer or device on your network.
NOTE: If you choose to enable the DHCP server
option, make sure there is no other DHCP server
on your network.
DHCP Server Settings
DHCP Server DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you
already have a DHCP server on your network, or you do
not want a DHCP server, then select Disabled (no other
DHCP features will be available).
DHCP Reservation Click DHCP Reservation if you want
to assign a fixed local IP address to a specific device on
your network. This is helpful if you have a device you need
to access at the same address all the time, such as a media
server or print server. You can reserve the IP address for
the specific device by selecting it from the list of devices
or by manually entering the MAC address of the device.
DHCP Reservation
You will see a list of DHCP clients with the following
information: Client Name, Interface, IP Address, and
MAC Address.
DHCP Reservation
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•Select Clients from DHCP Table Click the Select
check box to reserve a client’s IP address. Then click
Add Clients.
•Manually Adding Client To manually assign an IP
address, enter the client’s name in the Enter Client
Name field. Enter the IP address you want it to have in
the Assign IP Address field. Enter its MAC address in the
To This MAC Address field. Then click Add.
Clients Already Reserved
A list of DHCP clients and their fixed local IP addresses
is displayed at the bottom of the screen. If you want to
remove a client from this list, click Remove.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click
Cancel Changes to clear your changes. To update
the on-screen information, click Refresh. To exit this
screen, click Close.
Start IP Address The Start IP Address specifies the
starting IP address for the range of addresses assigned
by your Router when it functions as a DHCP server. (The
first IP address assigned by the Router will be randomly
selected within the range you specify.)
Because the Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1,
the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but
smaller than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is
192.168.1.100.
Maximum Number of Users Enter the maximum
number of computers that you want the DHCP server to
assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater
than 253. The default is 50.
IP Address Range The range of available IP addresses is
displayed.
Client Lease Time The Client Lease Time is the amount
of time a network user will be allowed connection to the
Router with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the
amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased”
this dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user will
be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address, or
the lease will be renewed. The default is 0 minutes, which
means one day.
Static DNS 1-3
The Domain Name System (DNS) is how
the Internet translates domain or website names into
Internet addresses or Uniform Resource Locators (URLs).
Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP
address. If you wish to use another, enter that IP address in
one of these fields. You can enter up to three DNS Server IP
addresses here. The Router will use these for quicker access
to functioning DNS servers
.
WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS)
manages each computer’s interaction with the Internet. If
you use a WINS server, enter that server’s IP address here.
Otherwise, leave this blank.
Time Settings
Time Setting
Time Zone Select the time zone in which your network
functions from this drop-down menu.
Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving
changes Select this option to have the Router
automatically adjust for daylight saving time.
Reboot
Reboot
Reboot Click Reboot to restart the Router.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Setup > DDNS
The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS)
feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain
name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when
you are hosting your own website, File Transfer Protocol
(FTP) server, or other server behind the Router.
Before you can use this option, you need to sign
up for DDNS service with a DDNS service provider,
www.dyndns.org or www.tzo.com. If you do not want to
use this option, keep the default, Disabled.
DDNS
DDNS Service
If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, then
select DynDNS.org from the drop-down menu. If your
DDNS service is provided by TZO, then select TZO.com.
The options available on the DDNS screen will vary,
depending on which DDNS service provider you use.
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Setup > DDNS > DynDNS
Username Enter the Username for your DDNS account.
Password Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Host Name The DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service
is displayed.
System Select the DynDNS service you use: Dynamic,
Static, or Custom. The default selection is Dynamic.
Mail Exchange (Optional) Enter the address of your mail
exchange server, so emails to your DynDNS address go to
your mail server.
Backup MX This option allows the Mail eXchange (MX)
server to be a backup. To disable this option, keep the
default, Disabled. To enable the option, select Enabled. If
you are not sure which setting to select, keep the default,
Disabled.
Wildcard This setting enables or disables wildcards
for your host. For example, if your DDNS address is
myplace.dyndns.org and you enable wildcards, then
x.myplace.dyndns.org will work as well (x is the wildcard).
To disable wildcards, keep the default, Disabled. To
enable wildcards, select Enabled. If you are not sure
which setting to select, keep the default, Disabled.
Internet IP Address The Router’s Internet IP address is
displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.
Status The status of the DDNS service connection is
displayed.
Update To manually trigger an update, click Update.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
TZO.com
Setup > DDNS > TZO
E-mail Address, TZO Key, and Domain Name Enter the
settings of the account you set up with TZO.
Internet IP Address The Router’s Internet IP address is
displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.
Status The status of the DDNS service connection is
displayed.
Update To manually trigger an update, click Update.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Setup > MAC Address Clone
A Media Access Control (MAC) address is a 12-digit code
assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification.
Some ISPs require you to register a MAC address in order
to access the Internet. If you have your computer’s MAC
address registered with your ISP and you do not wish
to re-register the MAC address, then you may assign
the registered MAC address to the Router with the MAC
Address Clone feature.
Setup > MAC Address Clone
MAC Address Clone
Enabled/Disabled To have the MAC address cloned,
select Enabled.
MAC Address Enter the MAC address registered with
your ISP here.
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Clone My PC’s MAC Click this option to clone the MAC
address of the computer you are using.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Setup > Advanced Routing
This screen is used to set up the Router’s advanced
functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the
type(s) of advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing
automatically adjusts how packets travel on your network.
Static Routing sets up a fixed route to another network
destination.
Setup > Advanced Routing
Advanced Routing
NAT
Enabled/Disabled If this Router is hosting your network’s
connection to the Internet, keep the default, Enabled. If
another router exists on your network, select Disabled.
When the NAT setting is disabled, dynamic routing will be
available.
Dynamic Routing (RIP)
Dynamic routing uses the Routing Information Protocol
(RIP). This option enables the Router to automatically
adjust to physical changes in the network’s layout and
exchange routing tables with the other router(s). The
Router determines the network packets’ route based on
the fewest number of hops between the source and the
destination.
Enabled/Disabled When the NAT setting is enabled, the
Dynamic Routing option is automatically disabled. When
the NAT setting is disabled, this option is available. Select
Enabled to use the Dynamic Routing option.
Static Routing
A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network
information must travel to reach a specific host or
network. Enter the information described below to set up
a new static route.
Route Entries To set up a static route between the
Router and another network, select a number from the
drop-down list. Click Delete This Entry to delete a static
route.
Enter Route Name Enter a name for the Route here,
using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.
Destination LAN IP The Destination LAN (Local Area
Network) IP is the address of the remote network or host
to which you want to assign a static route.
Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask determines which
portion of a Destination LAN IP address is the network
portion, and which portion is the host portion.
Gateway This is the IP address of the gateway device that
allows for contact between the Router and the remote
network or host.
Interface This interface tells you whether the Destination
IP address is on the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless
networks) or the Internet (WAN). (WAN stands for Wide
Area Network.)
Click Show Routing Table to view the static routes you
have already set up.
Advanced Routing > Routing Table
Routing Table
For each route, the Destination LAN IP address, Subnet
Mask, Gateway, and Interface are displayed. Click
Refresh to update the information. Click Close to exit
this screen.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings
The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this
screen.
There are two ways to configure the Router’s wireless
network(s), manual and Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that makes it easy to set
up your wireless network. If you have client devices, such
as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup,
then you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
Configuration View To manually configure your
wireless networks, select Manual. Proceed to the Manual
Setup section. To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, select Wi-Fi
Protected Setup. Proceed to “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on
page 21.
Manual Setup
If you set the Configuration View to Manual, the Basic
Wireless Settings screen displays the following fields.
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Manual Setup)
Network Mode From this drop-down menu, you can
select the wireless standards running on your network.
•Mixed If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and
Wireless-B devices in your network, keep the default,
Mixed.
•BG-Mixed If you have only Wireless-G and Wireless-B
devices in your network, select BG-Mixed.
•Wireless-N Only If you have only Wireless-N devices,
select Wireless-N Only.
•Wireless-G Only If you have only Wireless-G devices,
select Wireless-G Only.
•Wireless-B Only If you have only Wireless-B devices,
select Wireless-B Only.
•Disabled If you do not have any wireless devices in
your network, select Disabled.
NOTE: If you are not sure which mode to use,
keep the default, Mixed.
Network Name (SSID) The Service Set Identifier (SSID)
is the network name shared by all devices in a wireless
network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32
keyboard characters. The default is Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx are
the last five digits of the Router’s serial number, found on
the product label on the left side of the Router’s bottom
panel). The setup software that you use to install your
Router and set up your wireless network changes the
default Network Name to an easy-to-remember name.
NOTE: If you restore the Router’s factory default
settings (by pressing the Reset button or using
the Administration > Factory Defaults screen),
the Network Name will return to its default
value, and all devices on your wireless network
will need to be reconnected.
Channel Width The default is 20 MHz Only. For best
performance, select Auto (20 MHz or 40 MHz) to have the
Router automatically select the Channel Width, 20 MHz or
40 MHz.
Channel Select the appropriate channel for your wireless
network. If you are not sure which channel to select, then
keep the default, Auto.
SSID Broadcast When wireless clients survey the local
area for wireless networks to associate with, they will
detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the
Router’s SSID, keep the default, Enabled. If you do not
want to broadcast the Router’s SSID, then select Disabled.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup
There are three methods available. Use the method that
applies to the client device you are configuring.
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
NOTE: Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures one
client device at a time. Repeat the instructions
for each client device that supports Wi-Fi
Protected Setup.
•Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Use this method if
your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button.
a. Click or press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on
the client device.
b. Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on the
Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED flashes blue for two
minutes during the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process
and lights up blue when the Wi-Fi Protected Setup
process is successful.
The LED lights up amber if there is an error during
the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process. Make sure the
client device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Wait
until the LED is off, and then try again.
The LED flashes when a Wi-Fi Protected Setup
session is active. The Router supports one session
at a time. Wait until the LED is continuously lit, or
off before starting the next Wi-Fi Protected Setup
session.
c. After the client device has been configured,
click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen. Then refer back to your client device or its
documentation for further instructions.
•Enter Client Device PIN on Router Use this method
if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN
(Personal Identification Number).
a. Enter the PIN from the client device in the field on
the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen.
b. Click the Register button on the Router’s Wi-Fi
Protected Setup screen.
c. After the client device has been configured,
click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen. Then refer back to your client device or its
documentation for further instructions.
•Enter Router PIN on Client Device Use this method
if your client device asks for the Router’s PIN.
a. On the client device, enter the PIN listed on the
Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen. (It is also
listed on the label on the bottom of the Router.)
b. After the client device has been configured,
click OK on the Router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup
screen. Then refer back to your client device or its
documentation for further instructions.
The Network Name (SSID), Security, and Passphrase are
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
NOTE: If you have client devices that do not
support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, note the wireless
settings, and then manually configure those
client devices.
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Wireless > Wireless Security
The wireless security settings configure the security of
your wireless network. The Router supports the following
wireless security options: WPA2/WPA mixed mode, WPA2
Personal, WPA Personal, WEP, and RADIUS. (WPA stands for
Wi-Fi Protected Access. WEP stands for Wireless Equivalent
Privacy. RADIUS stands for Remote Authentication Dial-In
User Service.)
Personal Options
Security Option Strength
WPA2 Personal Strongest
WPA2/WPA mixed mode WPA2: Strongest
WPA: Strong
WPA Personal Strong
WEP Basic
Office Option
RADIUS is the security option offered for networks that
use a RADIUS server for authentication.
Security Mode
Select the security method for your wireless network. If
you do not want to use wireless security, select Disabled.
WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode
NOTE: If you select WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode as
your Security Mode, each device in your wireless
network MUST use the same passphrase.
Wireless Security > WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode
Passphrase Enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters. The
default is password.
WPA2 Personal
NOTE: If you select WPA2 Personal as your
Security Mode, each device in your wireless
network MUST use WPA2 Personal and the
same passphrase.
Wireless Security > WPA2 Personal
Passphrase Enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters. The
default is password.
WPA Personal
NOTE: If you select WPA Personal as your
Security Mode, each device in your wireless
network MUST use WPA Personal and the same
passphrase.
Wireless Security > WPA Personal
Passphrase Enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters. The
default is password.
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WEP
WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure
as WPA.
NOTE: If you select WEP as your Security Mode,
each device in your wireless network MUST use
WEP and the same encryption and shared key.
Wireless Security > WEP
Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption, 40/64 bits
(10 hex digits) or 104/128 bits (26 hex digits). The
default is 40/64 bits (10 hex digits).
Passphrase Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate
WEP keys. Then click Generate.
Key 1 If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP
key manually.
RADIUS
This option features WEP used in coordination with a
RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS
server is connected to the Router.)
NOTE: If you select RADIUS as your Security
Mode, each device in your wireless network
MUST use RADIUS and the same encryption
and shared key.
RADIUS
RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server.
RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS
server. The default is 1812.
Shared Secret Enter the key shared between the Router
and the server.
Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption, 40/64 bits
(10 hex digits) or 104/128 bits (26 hex digits). The
default is 40/64 bits (10 hex digits).
Passphrase Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate
WEP keys. Then click Generate.
Key 2 If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEP
key manually.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless access can be filtered (restricted) by specifying
the MAC addresses of the devices in your wireless network.
Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless MAC Filter
Enabled/Disabled
To filter wireless users by the MAC
addresses of their computers or devices, select Enabled.
Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled
.
Access Restriction
Prevent PCs listed below from accessing the wireless
network When the Wireless Mac Filter is enabled and this
option is selected, computers listed in the MAC Address
filter list will be prevented from accessing the wireless
network. This option is enabled by default.
Permit PCs listed below access to the wireless
network When the Wireless Mac Filter is enabled and
this option is selected, only computers listed in the MAC
Address filter list will be granted access to the wireless
network. This option is disabled by default.
MAC Address Filter List
Wireless Client List Click this option to open the Wireless
Client List screen.
Wireless Client List
Wireless Client List
This screen shows computers and other devices on
the wireless network. The list can be sorted by Client
Name, Interface, IP Address, MAC Address, and Status.
Select Save to MAC Address Filter List for any device
you want to add to the MAC Address Filter List. Then
click Add.
To update the on-screen information, click Refresh.
To exit this screen and return to the Wireless MAC Filter
screen, click Close.
MAC 01-50 Enter the MAC addresses of the devices
whose wireless access you want to control.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings
The Advanced Wireless Settings screen is used to set up
the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings
should only be adjusted by an advanced user because
incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance. In
most cases, keep the default settings.
Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings
Advanced Wireless
AP Isolation The AP (Access Point) Isolation feature
isolates all wireless clients and wireless devices on your
network from each other. Wireless devices will be able to
communicate with the Router but not with each other. To
use this option, select Enabled. AP Isolation is disabled by
default.
Frame Burst This option should provide your network
with greater performance, depending on the manufacturer
of your wireless products. To use this option, keep the
default, Enabled. Otherwise, select Disabled.
Authentication Type The Authentication Type setting
is available if the Security Mode is RADIUS or WEP. The
default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System
or Shared Key authentication to be used. With Open
System authentication, the sender and the recipient do
NOT use a WEP key for authentication. With Shared Key
authentication, the sender and recipient use a WEP key for
authentication. Select Shared Key to only use Shared Key
authentication.
Basic Rate The Basic Rate setting is not actually one
rate of transmission but a series of rates at which the
Router can transmit. (The Basic Rate is not the actual rate
of data transmission. If you want to specify the Router’s
rate of data transmission, configure the Transmission
Rate setting.) The Router will advertise its Basic Rate to
the other wireless devices in your network, so they know
which rates will be used. The Router will also advertise that
it will automatically select the best rate for transmission.
The default setting is Default, when the Router can
transmit at all standard wireless rates (1-2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps,
11 Mbps, 18 Mbps, and 24 Mbps). Select 1-2 Mbps for
use with older wireless technology. Select All, when the
Router can transmit at all wireless rates.
Transmission Rate The Transmission setting is available
if the Network Mode is BG-Mixed, Wireless-G Only, or
Wireless-B Only. The rate of data transmission should be
set depending on the speed of your wireless network.
Select from a range of transmission speeds, or keep the
default, Auto, to have the Router automatically use the
fastest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback
feature. Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible
connection speed between the Router and a wireless
client.
N Transmission Rate The N Transmission setting is
available if the Network Mode is Mixed or Wireless-N Only.
The rate of data transmission should be set depending
on the speed of your Wireless-N networking. Select from
a range of transmission speeds, or keep the default,
Auto, to have the Router automatically use the fastest
possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback feature.
Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible connection
speed between the Router and a wireless client.
CTS Protection Mode The Router automatically
uses CTS (Clear-To-Send) Protection Mode when your
Wireless-N and Wireless-G devices are experiencing severe
problems and are not able to transmit to the Router in an
environment with heavy 802.11b traffic. This option boosts
the Router’s ability to catch all Wireless-N and Wireless-G
transmissions but severely decreases performance. To use
this option, keep the default, Auto. To disable this option,
select Disabled.
Beacon Interval A beacon is a packet broadcast by the
Router to synchronize the wireless network. The Beacon
Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the
beacon. Enter a value between 20 and 65,535 milliseconds.
The default value is 100.
DTIM Interval This value, between 1 and 255, indicates
the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message
(DTIM). A DTIM field is a countdown field informing
clients of the next window for listening to broadcast
and multicast messages. When the Router has buffered
broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it
sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients
hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast
and multicast messages. The default value is 1.
Fragmentation Threshold This value specifies the
maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented
into multiple packets. If you experience a high packet
error rate, you may slightly increase the Fragmentation
Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low
may result in poor network performance. Only minor
reduction of the default value is recommended. In most
cases, it should remain at its default value of 2346.
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RTS Threshold Should you encounter inconsistent data
flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347, is
recommended. If a network packet is smaller than the
preset Request to Send (RTS) threshold size, the RTS/CTS
(Clear to Send) mechanism will not be enabled. The Router
sends RTS frames to a particular receiving station and
negotiates the sending of a data frame. After receiving
an RTS, the wireless station responds with a CTS frame
to acknowledge the right to begin transmission. The RTS
Threshold value should remain at its default value of 2347
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Security > Firewall
The Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can
filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s
local network.
Security > Firewall
Firewall
SPI Firewall Protection To use firewall protection,
keep the default selection, Enabled. To turn off firewall
protection, select Disabled.
Internet Filters
Filter Anonymous Internet Requests This option makes
it more difficult for outside users to work their way into
your network. This option is enabled by default. Disable it
to allow anonymous Internet requests
.
Filter Multicast The multicasting feature allows for
multiple transmissions to specific recipients at the
same time. If multicasting is permitted, then the Router
will allow IP multicast packets to be forwarded to the
appropriate computers. Select this option to enable the
filter. This option is disabled by default.
Filter Internet NAT Redirection This option is used to
prevent a local computer from using a URL or Internet
address to access the local server. Select this option to
enable the filter. This option is disabled by default.
Filter IDENT (Port 113) The Filter IDENT (Identification)
option keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices
outside of your local network. This option is enabled by
default. Disable it to allow port 113 to be scanned.
Web Filters
Proxy Use of WAN proxy servers may compromise the
Gateway’s security. Denying Proxy will disable access to
any WAN proxy servers. Select this option to enable proxy
filtering. Deselect the option to allow proxy access.
Java Java is a programming language for websites. If you
deny Java, you run the risk of not having access to Internet
sites created using this programming language. Select
this option to enable Java filtering. Deselect the option to
allow Java usage.
ActiveX ActiveX is a programming language for websites.
If you deny ActiveX, you run the risk of not having access to
Internet sites created using this programming language.
Select this option to enable ActiveX filtering. Deselect the
option to allow ActiveX usage.
Cookies A cookie is data stored on your computer and
used by Internet sites when you interact with them. Select
this option to filter cookies. Deselect the option to allow
cookie usage.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Security > VPN Passthrough
The VPN Passthrough screen allows you to enable Virtual
Private Network (VPN) tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP
protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall.
Security > VPN Passthrough
VPN Passthrough
IPSec Passthrough Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is
a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange
of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass
through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.
PPTP Passthrough Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol
(PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be
tunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels to
pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.
L2TP Passthrough Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is
the method used to enable Point-to-Point sessions via the
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Internet on the Layer 2 level. To allow L2TP tunnels to pass
through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Access Restrictions > Internet Access
The Internet Access screen allows you to deny or allow
specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Internet
access, designated services, and websites during specific
days and times.
Access Restrictions > Internet Access
Internet Access Policy
Access Policy Access can be managed by a policy. Use
the settings on this screen to establish an access policy
(after Save Settings is clicked). Selecting a policy from
the drop-down menu will display that policy’s settings.
To delete a policy, select that policy’s number and click
Delete This Policy. To view all the policies, click Summary.
Summary
The policies are listed with the following information: No.,
Policy Name, Access, Days, Time, and status (Enabled). To
enable a policy, select Enabled. To delete a policy, click
Delete. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click
Cancel Changes to clear your changes. To return to the
Internet Access Policy screen, click Close.
Summary
Status Policies are disabled by default. To enable a policy,
select the policy number from the drop-down menu, and
select Enabled.
To create a policy, follow steps 1-11. Repeat these steps to
create additional policies, one at a time.
1. Select a number from the Access Policy drop-down
menu.
2. Enter a Policy Name in the field provided.
3. To enable this policy, select Enabled.
4. Click Edit List to select which computers will be affected
by the policy. The List of PCs screen appears. You can
select a computer by MAC address or IP address. You
can also enter a range of IP addresses if you want this
policy to affect a group of computers. After making your
changes, click Save Settings to apply your changes, or
click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Then click
Close.
List of PCs
5. Select the appropriate option, Deny or Allow,
depending on whether you want to block or allow
Internet access for the computers you listed on the List
of PCs screen.
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6. Decide which days and what times you want this
policy to be enforced. Select the individual days during
which the policy will be in effect, or select Everyday.
Then enter a range of hours and minutes during which
the policy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.
7. You can block websites with specific URL addresses.
Enter each URL in a separate Website Blocking by URL
Address field.
8. You can also block websites using specific keywords.
Enter each keyword in a separate Website Blocking by
Keyword field.
9. You can filter access to various services accessed over
the Internet, such as FTP or telnet. (You can block up to
three applications per policy.)
From the Applications list, select the application you
want to block. Then click the >> button to move it to
the Blocked List. To remove an application from the
Blocked List, select it and click the << button.
10. If the application you want to block is not listed or you
want to edit a service’s settings, enter the application’s
name in the Application Name field. Enter its range
in the Port Range fields. Select its protocol from the
Protocol drop-down menu. Then click Add.
To modify a service, select it from the Applications
list. Change its Application Name, Port Range, and/or
Protocol setting. Then click Modify.
To delete a service, select it from the Applications list.
Then click Delete.
11. Click Save Settings to save the policy’s settings, or
click Cancel Changes to clear the changes.
Applications and Gaming > Single Port
Forwarding
The Single Port Forwarding screen allows you to customize
port services for various applications.
When users send these types of requests to your network
via the Internet, the Router will forward those requests to
the appropriate computers (also called servers). Before using
forwarding, you should assign static IP addresses to the
designated computers (use the DHCP Reservation option on
the Basic Setup screen; refer to “DHCP Reservation” on page
16).
Applications and Gaming > Single Port Forwarding
Single Port Forwarding
Preset applications are available for the first five entries.
For each entry, complete the following:
Application Name Select the appropriate application.
To IP Address Enter the IP address of the computer that
should receive the requests. If you assigned a static IP
address to the computer, then you can look up its static IP
address; refer to “DHCP Reservation” on page 16.
Enabled Select Enabled to enable port forwarding.
You can customize entries for additional applications. For
each entry, complete the following:
Application Name Enter the name you wish to give the
application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.
External Port Enter the external port number used by
the computer or Internet application. Check with the
Internet application documentation for more information.
Internal Port Enter the internal port number used by the
computer or Internet application. Check with the Internet
application documentation for more information.
Protocol Select the protocol(s) used for this application,
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), UDP (User Datagram
Protocol),or Both.
To IP Address Enter the IP address of the computer that
should receive the requests. If you assigned a static IP
address to the computer, then you can look up its static IP
address; refer to “DHCP Reservation” on page 16.
Enabled Select Enabled to enable port forwarding.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Applications and Gaming > Port Range
Forwarding
The Port Range Forwarding screen allows you to set up
public services on your network, such as web servers,
FTP servers, email servers, or other specialized Internet
applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any
applications that use Internet access to perform functions
such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some Internet
applications may not require any forwarding.)
When users send these types of requests to your network
via the Internet, the Router will forward those requests to
the appropriate computers (also called servers). Before using
forwarding, you should assign static IP addresses to the
designated computers (use the DHCP Reservation option on
the Basic Setup screen; refer to “DHCP Reservation” on page
16).
If you need to forward all ports to one computer, click the
DMZ tab.
Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forwarding
Port Range Forwarding
For each entry, complete the following:
Application Name Enter the name you wish to give the
application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.
Start~End Port Enter the number or range of port(s)
used by the server or Internet application. Check with the
Internet application documentation for more information.
Protocol Select the protocol(s) used for this application,
TCP, UDP, or Both.
To IP Address Enter the IP address of the computer
running the specific application. If you assigned a static IP
address to the computer, then you can look up its static IP
address; refer to “DHCP Reservation” on page 16.
Enabled Select Enabled to enable port forwarding.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Applications & Gaming > Port Range
Triggering
The Port Range Triggering screen allows the Router to
watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP
address of the computer that sends the matching data is
remembered by the Router, so that when the requested
data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back
to the proper computer by way of IP address and port
mapping rules.
Applications and Gaming > Port Range Triggering
Port Range Triggering
For each entry, complete the following:
Application Name Enter the application name of the
trigger.
Triggered Range Enter the starting and ending port
numbers of the triggered port number range. Check
with the Internet application documentation for the port
number(s) needed.
Forwarded Range Enter the starting and ending port
numbers of the forwarded port number range. Check
with the Internet application documentation for the port
number(s) needed.
Enabled Select Enabled to enable port triggering.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Applications and Gaming > DMZ
The DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) feature allows one
network computer to be exposed to the Internet for use
of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or
videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports
at the same time to one computer. The Port Range
Forwarding feature is more secure because it only opens
the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ hosting
opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the
computer to the Internet.
Applications and Gaming > DMZ
DMZ
Any computer whose port is being forwarded should have
its DHCP client function disabled and have a new static IP
address assigned to it because its IP address may change
when using the DHCP function.
Enabled/Disabled To disable DMZ hosting, select
Disabled. To expose one computer, select Enabled. Then
configure the following settings:
Source IP Address If you want any IP address to be the
source, select Any IP Address. If you want to specify an IP
address or range of IP addresses as the designated source,
select and complete the IP address range fields.
Destination If you want to specify the DMZ host by IP
address, select IP Address and enter the IP address in
the field provided. If you want to specify the DMZ host
by MAC address, select MAC Address and enter the MAC
address in the field provided. To retrieve this information,
click DHCP Client Table.
DMZ > DHCP Client Table
DHCP Client Table
The DHCP Client Table lists computers and other
devices that have been assigned IP addresses by the
Router. The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface,
IP Address, and MAC Address. To select a DHCP client,
click Select. To update the on-screen information,
click Refresh. To exit this screen and return to the DMZ
screen, click Close.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Applications and Gaming > QoS
Quality of Service (QoS) is a method that assigns priority
to specific types of network traffic, which often are
demanding, real-time applications, such as gaming,
videoconferencing, video streaming, and Voice over
Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephony. QoS helps to ensure
optimal performance for these types of uses.
Applications and Gaming > QoS
QoS (Quality of Service)
Wireless
WMM Support Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) is a wireless
Quality of Service feature that improves quality for audio,
video, and voice applications by prioritizing wireless
traffic. To use this feature, the wireless client devices in
your network must support Wireless WMM. To disable
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this option, select Disabled. Otherwise, keep the default,
Enabled.
No Acknowledgement If you want to disable the
Router’s Acknowledgement option, so the Router will
not re-send data if an error occurs, then select Enabled.
Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.
Internet Access Priority
In this section, you can set the bandwidth priority for a
variety of applications and devices. There are four levels
of priority: High, Medium, Normal, or Low. When you
set priority, do not set all applications to High, because
this will defeat the purpose of allocating the available
bandwidth. If you want to select below normal bandwidth,
select Low. Depending on the application, a few attempts
may be needed to set the appropriate bandwidth priority.
Enabled/Disabled To use the QoS policies you set, select
Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.
Upstream Bandwidth
Upstream Bandwidth This option sets the maximum
outgoing bandwidth that applications can use. To allow
the Router to set the maximum, keep the default, Auto.
To specify the maximum, select Manual. Then enter the
appropriate value and select Kbps or Mbps.
Category
You can define the Internet access priority level for as
many categories as you want. The Summary section will
display all of the priority selections that you enter. Select
from the following categories:
•Applications Allows you to assign a priority level for a
pre-defined application or one that you add.
•Online Games Allows you to assign a priority level for
a pre-defined game or one that you add.
•MAC Address This option lets you prioritize network
traffic based on the device that is accessing the
network. For example, if you want your gaming
console to have higher priority accessing the Internet
than your computer, you can assign their priority levels
using their respective MAC addresses.
•Voice Device Voice devices require a higher priority
level. You can assign a higher priority level to voice
devices using their respective MAC addresses.
Summary
This lists the QoS entries you have created for your
applications and devices. Refer to “Summary” on page 32
for more information.
Applications
Applications Select the appropriate application. If you
select Add a New Application, follow the instructions in
the Add a New Application section.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium
(Recommend), Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
Add a New Application
QoS > Add a New Application
Enter a Name Enter a name for this application.
Port Range Enter the port range that the application will
be using. For example, if you want to allocate bandwidth
for FTP, you can enter 21-21. If you need services for an
application that uses from 1000 to 1250, you enter 1000-
1250 as your settings. You can have up to three ranges
to define for this bandwidth allocation. Port numbers
can range from 1 to 65535. Check your application’s
documentation for details on the service ports used.
Select the protocol TCP or UDP, or select Both.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium
(Recommend), Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
Online Games
QoS > Online Games
Game Select the appropriate game. If you select Add a
New Game, follow the instructions in the Add a New Game
section.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium
(Recommend), Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
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Add a New Game
QoS > Add a New Game
Enter a Name Enter any name to indicate the name of
the entry.
Port Range Enter the port range that the game will be
using. You can have up to three ranges to define for this
bandwidth allocation. Port numbers can range from 1 to
65535. Check your application’s documentation for details
on the service ports used.
Select the protocol TCP or UDP, or select Both.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium
(Recommend), Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
MAC Address
QoS > MAC Address
The MAC address of the computer you are using is
displayed.
Enter a Name Enter a name for your device.
MAC Address Enter the MAC address of your device.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium
(Recommend), Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
Voice Device
QoS > Voice Device
Enter a Name Enter a name for your voice device.
MAC Address Enter the MAC address of your voice
device.
Priority Select the appropriate priority: High
(Recommend), Medium, Normal, or Low.
Click Add to save your changes. Your new entry will appear
in the Summary list.
Summary
This lists the QoS entries you have created for your
applications and devices.
Priority This column displays the bandwidth priority of
High, Medium, Normal, or Low.
Name This column displays the application, game,
device, or port name.
Information This column displays the port range or
MAC address entered for your entry. If a pre-configured
application or game was selected, there will be no valid
entry shown in this section.
Remove Click this option to remove an entry.
Edit Click this option to make changes.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Administration > Management
The Management screen allows the network’s
administrator to manage specific Router functions for
access and security.
Administration > Management
Management
To ensure the Router’s security, you will be asked for your
password when you access the Router’s browser-based
utility. The default is admin.
Router Password Enter a new password for the Router.
Re-enter to confirm Enter the password again to confirm.
Web Access
Web Utility Access HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol)
is the communications protocol used to connect to servers
on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secure Socket
Layer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security.
Select HTTP or HTTPS. The default is HTTP.
Web Utility Access via Wireless If you are using the
Router in a public domain where you are giving wireless
access to your guests, you can disable wireless access to
the Router’s browser-based utility. You will only be able
to access the utility via a wired connection if you disable
the setting. Keep the default, Enabled, to allow wireless
access to the utility, or select Disabled to block wireless
access to the utility.
Remote Access
Remote Management To permit remote access of the
Router from the Internet (outside the local network),
select Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.
Web Utility Access HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol)
is the communications protocol used to connect to servers
on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secure Socket
Layer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security.
Select HTTP or HTTPS. HTTP is the default.
Remote Upgrade If you want to be able to upgrade
the Router from the Internet (outside the local network),
select Enabled. (You must have the Remote Management
option enabled as well.) Otherwise, keep the default,
Disabled.
Allowed Remote IP Address If you want to be able to
access the Router from any external IP address, select Any
IP Address. If you want to specify an external IP address or
range of IP addresses, then select the second option and
complete the fields provided.
Remote Management Port Enter the port number that
will be open to outside access. (To access the Router, you
will need to enter the Router’s password.)
NOTE: When you are in a remote location
and wish to manage the Router, enter
http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx:yyyy or
https://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx:yyyy, depending
on whether you use HTTP or HTTPS. Enter the
Router’s specific Internet IP address in place
of xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, and enter the Remote
Management Port number in place of yyyy.
UPnP
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) allows the appropriate
Windows operating system to automatically configure the
Router for various Internet applications, such as gaming
and videoconferencing.
UPnP If you want to use UPnP, keep the default, Enabled.
Otherwise, select Disabled.
Allow Users to Configure Keep the default, Enabled,
if you want to be able to make manual changes to the
Router while using the UPnP feature. Otherwise, select
Disabled.
Allow Users to Disable Internet Access Select Enabled,
if you want to be able to prohibit any and all Internet
connections. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.
Backup and Restore
Backup Configurations To back up the Router’s
configuration settings, click this option and follow the
on-screen instructions.
Restore Configurations To restore the Router’s
configuration settings, click this option and follow the
on-screen instructions. (You must have previously backed
up the Router’s configuration settings.)
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
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Administration > Log
The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet
connection.
Administration > Log
Log
Log To disable the Log function, keep the default,
Disabled. To monitor traffic between the network and the
Internet, select Enabled. With logging enabled, you can
choose to view temporary logs.
Click Save Settings to apply your change, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your change.
View Log When you wish to view the logs, click this
option.
Log > View Log
Log
•Type Select Incoming Log, Outgoing Log, Security
Log, or DHCP Client Log.
•<Type> Log The Incoming Log displays a temporary
log of the source IP addresses and destination
port numbers for the incoming Internet traffic. The
Outgoing Log displays a temporary log of the local
IP addresses, destination URLs/IP addresses, and
service/port numbers for the outgoing Internet traffic.
The Security log displays the login information for the
browser-based utility. The DHCP Client Log displays
the local DHCP server status information.
Click Save the Log to save this information to a file on
your computer’s hard drive. Click Refresh to update
the log. Click Clear to clear all the information that is
displayed.
Administration > Diagnostics
The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to
check the connections of your network devices, including
connection to the Internet.
Administration > Diagnostics
Diagnostics
Ping Test
Ping checks the status of a connection.
IP or URL Address Enter the address of the computer,
device, or website whose connection you wish to test.
Packet Size Enter the packet size you want to use. The
default is 32 bytes.
Times to Ping Enter the number of times you wish to test
the connection. The default is 5.
Start to Ping To run the test, click this option. The Ping
screen shows if the test is successful. Click Close to return
to the Diagnostics screen. Click Stop to stop the test.
Diagnostics > Ping
Traceroute Test
Traceroute checks the performance of a connection.
IP or URL Address Enter the address of the computer,
device, or website whose connection you wish to test.
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Start to Traceroute To run the test, click this option.
The Traceroute screen shows if the test is successful. Click
Close to return to the Diagnostics screen. Click Stop to
stop the test.
Diagnostics > Traceroute
Administration > Factory Defaults
The Factory Defaults screen allows you to restore the
Router’s configuration to its factory default settings.
NOTE: Do not restore the factory defaults unless
you are having difficulties with the Router and
have exhausted all other troubleshooting
measures. Once the Router is reset, you will have
to re-enter all of your configuration settings.
Administration > Factory Defaults
Factory Defaults
Restore All Settings To reset the Router’s settings to the
defaults, click this option and then follow the on-screen
instructions. Any settings you have saved will be lost when
the default settings are restored.
Administration > Firmware Upgrade
The Firmware Upgrade screen allows you to upgrade the
Router’s firmware. Do not upgrade the firmware unless
you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new
firmware has a feature you want to use.
Administration > Firmware Upgrade
NOTE: The Router may lose the settings
you have customized. Before you upgrade
its firmware, write down all of your custom
settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you
will have to re-enter all of your configuration
settings.
Firmware Upgrade
Before upgrading the firmware, download the
Router’s firmware upgrade file from the website,
www.linksys.com/support.
Please select a file to upgrade the firmware Click
Browse and select the firmware upgrade file.
Start to Upgrade After you have selected the appropriate
file, click this option, and f
ollow the on-screen instructions.
WARNING: Do not interrupt the upgrade
process. You should not turn off the power or
press the Reset button during the upgrade
process. Doing so may disable the Router.
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Status > Router
The Router screen displays information about the Router
and its current settings.
Status > Router
Router Information
Firmware Version The version number of the Router’s
current firmware is displayed.
Firmware Verification The unique identifier of the
firmware is displayed.
Current Time The time set on the Router is displayed.
Internet MAC Address The Router’s MAC address, as
seen by your ISP, is displayed.
Host Name The Host Name of the Router is displayed (if it
was entered on the Setup > Basic Setup screen).
Domain Name The Domain Name of the Router is
displayed (if it was entered on the Setup > Basic Setup
screen).
Internet Connection
This section shows the current network information
stored in the Router. The information varies depending on
the Internet connection type selected on the Setup > Basic
Setup screen.
For a DHCP connection, select Release IP Address or
Renew IP Address as appropriate to release or renew
a DHCP lease. For a PPPoE or similar connection, select
Connect or Disconnect as appropriate to connect to or
disconnect from the Internet.
Click Refresh to update the on-screen information.
Status > Local Network
The Local Network screen displays information about the
local network.
Status > Local Network
Local Network
Local MAC Address The MAC address of the Router’s
local, wired interface is displayed.
Router IP Address The Router’s IP address, as it appears
on your local network, is displayed.
Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask of the Router is displayed.
DHCP Server
DHCP Server The status of the Router’s DHCP server
function is displayed.
Start IP Address For the range of IP addresses that can
be used by devices on your local network, the starting IP
address is displayed.
End IP Address For the range of IP addresses that can
be used by devices on your local network, the ending IP
address is displayed.
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DHCP Client Table Click this option to view a list of
computers or other devices that are using the Router as
a DHCP server.
DHCP Client Table
DHCP Client Table
The DHCP Client Table lists computers and other
devices that have been assigned IP addresses by the
Router. The list can be sorted by IP Address, MAC
Address, Interface, and Client Name. To remove a
DHCP client, click Delete. To update the on-screen
information, click Refresh. To exit this screen and
return to the Local Network screen, click Close.
Status > Wireless Network
The Wireless Network screen displays information about
your wireless network.
Status > Wireless Network
Wireless Network
MAC Address The MAC address of the Router’s local,
wireless interface is displayed.
Mode The wireless mode is displayed.
Network Name (SSID) The name of the wireless network,
which is also called the SSID, is displayed.
Channel Width The Channel Width setting (selected on
the Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings screen) is displayed.
Channel The Channel setting selected on the Basic
Wireless Settings screen is displayed.
Security The wireless security method used by the
Router is displayed.
SSID Broadcast The status of the SSID Broadcast option
is displayed.
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Your computer cannot connect to the Internet.
Follow these instructions until your computer can connect
to the Internet:
•Verify that the power adapter is connected to the
Router and to a power outlet. If connected to a power
strip, make sure the power strip is turned on.
•Make sure that the Power LED, Internet LED, and
Wireless LED are on. If you have any wired computers
connected to the Router, make sure the appropriate
port LED is lit.
NOTE: The Power LED flashes after the power
adapter is plugged in to the Router. If the light
remains flashing for more than 30 seconds,
it may indicate the Router is not working
properly. For assistance, use a computer or
device with Internet access to refer to our
Linksys E1000 support section on the web,
www.linksys.com/support/E1000
•Make sure that your DSL or cable modem is connected
to your Router’s Internet port using an Ethernet cable.
•Reset all of the devices on your network:
1. Turn off all of your network computers and
devices, and then unplug the power adapter
from your Router.
2. Unplug your modem’s power cord (and coaxial
cable if you have a cable modem), and wait two
minutes.
3. Reconnect your modem’s power cord (and
coaxial cable) and wait two more minutes.
4. Reconnect the power adapter to the Router, and
then power on all of your network computers
and devices.
The modem does not have an Ethernet port.
The modem is a dial-up modem for traditional dial-up
service. To use the Router, you need a cable/DSL modem
and high-speed Internet connection.
You cannot use the DSL service to connect manually to
the Internet.
After you have installed the Router, it will automatically
connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP), so you no
longer need to connect manually.
The DSL telephone line does not fit into the Router’s
Internet port.
The Router does not replace your modem. You still need
your DSL modem in order to use the Router. Connect the
telephone line to the DSL modem, and then insert the
setup CD into your computer. Click Set up your Linksys
Router and follow the on-screen instructions.
When you double-click the web browser, you are
prompted for a username and password. If you want to
get rid of the prompt, follow these instructions.
Launch the web browser and perform the following steps
(these steps are specific to Internet Explorer but are similar
for other browsers):
1. Select Tools > Internet Options.
2. Click the Connections tab.
3. Select Never dial a connection.
4. Click OK.
The Router does not have a coaxial port for the cable
connection.
The Router does not replace your modem. You still need
your cable modem in order to use the Router. Connect
your cable connection to the cable modem, and then
insert the setup CD into your computer. Click Set up your
Linksys Router and follow the on-screen instructions.
The computer cannot connect wirelessly to the network.
Make sure the wireless network name or SSID is the same
on both the computer and the Router. If you have enabled
wireless security, then make sure the same security
method and key are used by both the computer and the
Router.
You need to modify the settings on the Router.
Router settings can be modified using the Cisco Connect
software; refer to “How to Access Cisco Connect” on
page 12. To modify the advanced settings, go to Advanced
settings. Refer to “Advanced Settings” on page 12.
You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco
Connect.
To enter the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect,
follow these steps:
1. Open Cisco Connect.
2. On the main menu, click Router settings.
3. Click Advanced settings.
4. Write down the username and password that are
displayed. (To help protect your password, you can
copy it to the Clipboard by clicking Copy password.)
5. Click OK.
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6. Your web browser automatically opens. Enter the
username and password, and then click OK. (If you
copied the password to the Clipboard in step 4, press
Ctrl-V to paste it into the Password field.)
When you try to log into the browser-based utility, your
password does not work.
Your wireless security password also serves as the
browser-based utility’s login password. To see this
password:
1. Open Cisco Connect.
2. On the main menu, click Router settings.
3. The Password is displayed on the left side of the screen.
WEB: If your questions are not addressed
here, refer to our E1000 section on the web,
www.linksys.com/support/E1000
Linksys E1000 Appendix B: Specifications
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Appendix B: Specifications
Model Name Linksys E1000
Description Wireless-N Router
Model Number E1000
Standards 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b,
802.3, 802.3u
Ports Power, Internet, and Ethernet (1-4)
Buttons Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup
LEDs Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi Protected
Setup, Wireless, Internet, Power
Cabling Type CAT 5e
RF Pwr (EIRP) in dBm 17.5 dBm
Antenna Gain in dBi 1.5 dBi
UPnP able/cert Able
Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2
Security Key Bits Up to 128-Bit Encryption
Environmental
Dimensions 7.95" x 1.34" x 6.3"
(202 x 34 x 160 mm)
Unit Weight 9.81 oz (280 g)
Power 12V, 0.5A
Certifications FCC, CE, IC-03, Wi-Fi, Windows 7
Operating Temp. 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage Temp. -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating Humidity 10 to 85% Noncondensing
Storage Humidity 5 to 90% Noncondensing
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
10041510A-JL
Federal Communication Commission Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the
U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry
Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference and
2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device
IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.
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