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Linksys E1200/E1500 Table of ContentsiiWireless-N RouterContentsChapter 1: Product Overview  1Top.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   1Back .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  1Horizontal Placement .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  1Wall-Mounting Placement .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   2Chapter 2: Cisco Connect  3Installation.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3Main Menu.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  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Advanced Configuration  13How to Access the Browser-Based Utility.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .13Setup > Basic Setup .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .13Setup > DDNS.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .17Setup > MAC Address Clone.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .18Setup > Advanced Routing  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .19Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .20Manual Setup .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  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Factory Defaults .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .36Administration > Firmware Upgrade  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .37Status > Router .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .37Status > Local Network .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .38Status > Wireless Network .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .38
Linksys E1200/E1500 Table of ContentsiiiWireless-N RouterAppendix A: Troubleshooting  39Appendix B: Specifications  41
Linksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 1: Product Overview1Wireless-N RouterChapter 1: Product OverviewThank  you  for  choosing  the  Linksys  E1200/E1500 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.
Linksys E1200/E1500 Appendix A: Troubleshooting2Wireless-N RouterAppendix A: TroubleshootingYour 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  E1200/E1500  support  section  on  the web at www.linksys.com/support • 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.
Linksys E1200/E1500 Appendix A: Troubleshooting3Wireless-N Router6.  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 E1200/E1500 section on the web at www.linksys.com/support
4Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationChapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationAfter  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 UtilityTo  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 7.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 25.) Click OK to continue.Login ScreenNOTE: You can  also  access  the browser-based utility  through  Cisco  Connect.  For  more information, refer to “Router Settings” on page 10.Setup > Basic SetupThe first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings. Setup > Basic SetupLanguageLanguage 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 SetupThe 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 TypeSelect 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
5Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationAutomatic Configuration - DHCPThe 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 - DHCPStatic IPIf  you  are  required  to  use  a  permanent  IP  address  to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.Internet Connection Type > Static IPInternet 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.PPPoESome  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 > PPPoEUsername  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.PPTPPoint-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.Internet Connection Type > PPTPIf 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.
6Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationDNS 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.L2TPLayer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that applies to connections in Israel only.Internet Connection Type > L2TPServer  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 CableTelstra  Cable  is  a  service  that  applies  to  connections  in Australia only.Internet Connection Type > Telstra CableServer  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.
7Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationOptional SettingsSome of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.Optional SettingsHost 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: 1460Network SetupThe Network Setup section  configures the  IP settings  for your local network.Router IPIP  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 IPDHCP Server SettingsThe  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 SettingsDHCP 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 ReservationYou will see  a list  of DHCP clients with  the following information:  Client  Name,  Interface,  IP  Address,  and MAC Address. DHCP Reservation
8Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration • 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 ReservedA 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 URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS server IP address. If, however, you wish to use a different DNS server, enter its IP address (you can enter up to three DNS server IP addresses). These static DNS server(s) will  have  higher  priority  than  the  ISP’s  DNS  servers.  The Router will assign these DNS servers to the computers and other devices in your local network.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 SettingsTime SettingTime 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.RebootRebootReboot  Click Reboot to restart the Router.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Setup > DDNSThe 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.DDNSDDNS ServiceIf  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.
9Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationDynDNS.orgSetup > DDNS > DynDNSUsername  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.comSetup > DDNS > TZOE-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 CloneA 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 CloneMAC Address CloneEnabled/Disabled  To  have  the  MAC  address  cloned, select Enabled.MAC  Address  Enter  the  MAC  address  registered  with your ISP here.
10Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationClone 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 RoutingThis  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 RoutingAdvanced RoutingNATEnabled/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 RoutingA 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 TableRouting TableFor 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.
11Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationWireless > Basic Wireless SettingsThe 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 12.Manual SetupIf  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.
12Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationWi-Fi Protected SetupThere 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.
13Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationWireless > Wireless SecurityThe wireless security settings configure the security of your wireless  network(s).  The  Router  supports  the  following wireless security options: WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode, WPA2 Personal,  WPA  Personal,  WPA2/WPA  Enterprise  Mixed Mode, WPA2 Enterprise, WPA Enterprise, 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 OptionsSecurity Option StrengthWPA2 Personal StrongestWPA2/WPA mixed mode WPA2: Strongest WPA: StrongWPA Personal StrongWEP BasicOffice OptionsThe  office  options  are  available  for  networks  that  use a  RADIUS  server  for  authentication.  The  office  options are  stronger  than  the  personal  options  because  WPA2 or  WPA  provides  encryption  while  RADIUS  provides authentication.Security Option StrengthWPA2 Enterprise StrongestWPA2/WPA Enterprise Mixed ModeWPA2: Strongest WPA: StrongWPA Enterprise StrongRADIUS BasicSecurity ModeSelect the security method for your wireless network.WPA2/WPA Mixed ModeNOTE:  If  you  select  WPA2/WPA  Mixed  Mode as  your  Security  Mode,  each  device  in  your wireless network MUST use WPA2/WPA and the same passphrase.Wireless Security > WPA2/WPA Mixed ModePassphrase  Enter  a  passphrase  of  8-63  characters.  The default is password.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.WPA2 PersonalNOTE:  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 PersonalPassphrase  Enter  a  passphrase  of  8-63  characters.  The default is password.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
14Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationWPA PersonalNOTE:  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 PersonalPassphrase  Enter  a  passphrase  of  8-63  characters.  The default is password.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.WPA2/WPA Enterprise Mixed ModeThis option features WPA2/WPA 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 WPA2/WPA Enterprise Mixed Mode  as  your  Security  Mode,  each  device  in your  wireless  network  MUST  use  WPA2/WPA Enterprise and the same shared key.WPA2/WPA Enterprise Mixed ModeRADIUS 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.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.WPA2 EnterpriseThis  option  features  WPA2  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  WPA2  Enterprise  as  your Security  Mode,  each  device  in  your  wireless network  MUST  use  WPA2  Enterprise  and  the same shared key.WPA2 EnterpriseRADIUS 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.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
15Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationWPA EnterpriseThis  option  features  WPA  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  WPA  Enterprise  as  your Security  Mode,  each  device  in  your  wireless network  MUST  use  WPA  Enterprise  and  the same shared key.WPA EnterpriseRADIUS 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.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.WEPWEP 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 > WEPEncryption  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.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.RADIUSThis  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.RADIUSRADIUS 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.
16Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationDisabledIf  you  choose  to  disable  wireless  security,  you  will  be informed that wireless security is disabled when you first attempt to access the Internet. You will given the option to enable wireless security, or confirm that you understand the risks but still wish to proceed without wireless security.NOTE:  When  wireless  security  is  disabled, anyone can access your wireless network at any time. DisabledClick Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Wireless > Wireless MAC FilterWireless  access  can  be  filtered  (restricted)  by  specifying the MAC addresses of the devices in your wireless network.Wireless > Wireless MAC FilterWireless MAC FilterEnabled/Disabled To  filter  wireless  users  by  the  MAC addresses  of  their  computers  or  devices,  select  Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.Access RestrictionPrevent 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.
17Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationMAC Address Filter ListWireless Client List  Click this option to open the Wireless Client List screen. Wireless Client ListWireless Client ListThis  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.Wireless > Advanced Wireless SettingsThe  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 SettingsAdvanced WirelessAP  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,
18Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration11  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.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 2347Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Security > FirewallThe Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network. Security > FirewallFirewallSPI  Firewall  Protection  To  use  firewall  protection, keep  the  default  selection,  Enabled. To  turn  off  firewall protection, select Disabled.Internet FiltersFilter 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
19Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced Configurationoutside of your local  network. This  option is  enabled by default. Disable it to allow port 113 to be scanned.Web FiltersProxy  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 PassthroughThe  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 PassthroughVPN PassthroughIPSec  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 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 AccessThe  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 AccessInternet Access PolicyAccess 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. SummaryThe 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.
20Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationSummaryStatus  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 PCs5.  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.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.
21Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationApplications and Gaming > Single Port ForwardingThe 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 7).Applications and Gaming > Single Port ForwardingSingle Port ForwardingPreset 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 7.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 7.Enabled  Select Enabled to enable port forwarding.Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.Applications and Gaming > Port Range ForwardingThe  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 7).If you need to forward all ports to one  computer, click the DMZ tab.Applications and Gaming > Port Range ForwardingPort Range ForwardingFor 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.
22Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationProtocol  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 7.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 TriggeringThe  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 TriggeringPort Range TriggeringFor 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.Applications and Gaming > DMZThe  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 > DMZDMZAny 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.
23Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationDMZ > DHCP Client TableDHCP Client TableThe  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 > QoSQuality 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)WirelessWMM  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 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 PriorityIn  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 BandwidthUpstream  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.CategoryYou  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.SummaryThis  lists  the  QoS  entries  you  have  created  for  your applications and devices. Refer to “Summary” on page 25 for more information.
24Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationApplicationsApplications  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 ApplicationQoS > Add a New ApplicationEnter 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 GamesQoS > Online GamesGame  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.Add a New GameQoS > Add a New GameEnter 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 AddressQoS > MAC AddressThe  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 DeviceQoS > Voice DeviceEnter a Name  Enter a name for your voice device.
25Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationMAC  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.SummaryThis  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.Administration > ManagementThe  Management  screen  allows  the  network’s administrator  to  manage  specific  Router  functions  for access and security.Administration > ManagementManagementTo 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 AccessWeb 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 AccessRemote  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.UPnPUniversal  Plug  and  Play  (UPnP)  allows  the  appropriate Windows operating system to automatically configure the
26Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationRouter 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 RestoreBackup  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.Administration > LogThe  Router  can  keep  logs  of  all  traffic  for  your  Internet connection.Administration > LogLogLog  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 LogLog • 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 > DiagnosticsThe  diagnostic  tests  (Ping  and  Traceroute)  allow  you  to check the connections of your network devices, including connection to the Internet.Administration > DiagnosticsDiagnosticsPing TestPing 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.
27Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationTimes 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 > PingTraceroute TestTraceroute 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.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 > TracerouteAdministration > Factory DefaultsThe  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 DefaultsFactory DefaultsRestore 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.
28Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationAdministration > Firmware UpgradeThe  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 UpgradeNOTE:  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 UpgradeBefore  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 follow 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.Status > RouterThe Router screen displays information about the Router and its current settings.Status > RouterRouter InformationFirmware 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 ConnectionThis  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.
29Wireless-N RouterLinksys E1200/E1500 Chapter 2: Advanced ConfigurationStatus > Local NetworkThe Local Network screen displays information about the local network. Status > Local NetworkLocal NetworkLocal  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 ServerDHCP  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.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 TableDHCP Client TableThe  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 NetworkThe  Wireless  Network  screen  displays  information  about your wireless network.Status > Wireless NetworkWireless NetworkMAC  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.
Linksys E1200/E1500 Appendix C: Specifications30Wireless-N RouterAppendix C: SpecificationsLinksys E1200Model Name  Linksys E1200Description  Wireless-N RouterModel Number  E1200Standards  802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b,    802.3uPorts  Power, Internet, and Ethernet (1-4)Buttons  Reset, Wi-Fi Protected SetupLEDs  Power/Wi-Fi Protected Setup™,    Internet, Ethernet (1-4)Cabling Type  CAT 5eTransmitted Power  802.11n (20MHz):    15.0 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, low rates   13.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, high rates  802.11n (40MHz):    14.0 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, low rates   13.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, high rates  802.11g:    14.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, all rates  802.11b:    16.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, all ratesAntenna Gain  ≤2.5 dBi, ≤4.0 dBi (2 antennas)UPnP able/cert  AbleWireless Security  Wi-Fi Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2),   WEP, wireless MAC filteringSecurity Key Bits  Up to 128-Bit EncryptionEnvironmentalDimensions  7.43" × 5.97" × 1.23"   (188.7 × 151.7 × 31.2 mm)Unit Weight  8.91 oz. (252.7g)Power  12V, 0.5ACertifications  FCC, UL/cUL, ICES-003, RSS210,   CE, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n),    WPA2™, WMM®, Wi-Fi Protected   Setup, Windows 7Operating Temp.  32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)Storage Temp.  -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)Operating Humidity  10 to 85% NoncondensingStorage Humidity  5 to 90% NoncondensingLinksys E1500Model Name  Linksys E1500Description  Wireless-N RouterModel Number  E1500Standards  802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b,    802.3uPorts  Power, Internet, and Ethernet (1-4)Buttons  Reset, Wi-Fi Protected SetupLEDs  Power/Wi-Fi Protected Setup,     Internet, Ethernet (1-4)Cabling Type  CAT 5eTransmitted Power  802.11n (20MHz):    17.0 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, low rates   16.0 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, high rates  802.11n (40MHz):    14.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, low rates   15.5 ± 1.5dBm @ CH6, high rates  802.11g:    18.0 ± 1.5 dBm @ CH6, low rates   17.0 ± 1.5 dBm @ CH6, high rates  802.11b:    18.0 ± 1.5 dBm @ CH6, all ratesAntenna Gain  ≤3.0 dBi, ≤4.0 dBi, ≤4.5 dBi   (3 antennas)UPnP able/cert  AbleWireless Security  Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2),   WEP, wireless MAC filteringSecurity Key Bits  Up to 128-Bit EncryptionEnvironmentalDimensions  7.43" × 5.97" × 1.23"   (188.7 × 151.7 × 31.2 mm)Unit Weight  8.96 oz. (254.1g)Power  12V, 0.5ACertifications  FCC, UL/cUL, ICES-003, RSS210,   CE, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n),    WPA2, WMM, Wi-Fi Protected   Setup, Windows 7Operating Temp.  32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)Storage Temp.  -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)Operating Humidity  10 to 85% NoncondensingStorage Humidity  5 to 90% NoncondensingSpecifications are subject to change without notice.10121010C-JL3425-01455
www.linksys.com/supportCisco, the Cisco logo, and Linksys are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document or website are the property of their respective owners.© 2010 Cisco. All rights reserved.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. 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. 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.  IMPORTANT NOTE: 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 harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable. ========================================================= IMPORTANT NOTE: 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.  NOTE IMPORTANTE: (Pour l'utilisation de dispositifs mobiles) Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. rtissements comme indiqué dans ce manuel.

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