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...User Guide has been designed to do while using the Wireless-N Broadband Router. WRT300N-EU-LA-UG-PSK-60410NC JL This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. This question mark provides you should .... All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are subject to change without notice. In addition to while using the Wireless-N Broadband Router. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Contents". Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other...
...User Guide has been designed to do while using the Wireless-N Broadband Router. WRT300N-EU-LA-UG-PSK-60410NC JL This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. This question mark provides you should .... All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are subject to change without notice. In addition to while using the Wireless-N Broadband Router. Copyright © 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the "Table of Contents". Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other...
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... 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Top Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router 8 Hardware Installation 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 How to Access the Web-based Utility 11 The Setup Tab - DDNS 17 The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing...
... 4 Network Topology 4 Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4 Network Layout 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7 The Top Panel 7 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router 8 Hardware Installation 8 Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview 9 How to Access the Web-based Utility 11 The Setup Tab - DDNS 17 The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing...
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... Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Management 40 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Wireless 48 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Frequently Asked Questions 57 Appendix B: Wireless Security 63 Security Precautions 63 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 63 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 66 Appendix...
... Status Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 45 The Status Tab - Management 40 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 43 The Administration Tab - Wireless 48 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 49 Common Problems and Solutions 49 Frequently Asked Questions 57 Appendix B: Wireless Security 63 Security Precautions 63 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 63 Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 66 Appendix...
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... Figure 5-25: VPN Passthrough 30 Wireless MAC Filter 26 Figure 5-22: Wireless Client List 26 Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - PSK2-Personal 23 Figure 5-17: Wireless Security - Basic Wireless Settings 22 Figure 5-15: Wireless Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 3-1: The Router's Top Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Connect the...
... Figure 5-25: VPN Passthrough 30 Wireless MAC Filter 26 Figure 5-22: Wireless Client List 26 Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - PSK2-Personal 23 Figure 5-17: Wireless Security - Basic Wireless Settings 22 Figure 5-15: Wireless Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel 6 Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel 7 Figure 3-1: The Router's Top Panel 7 Figure 4-1: Connect the...
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...QoS - Local Network 47 Figure 5-50: Status Tab - Log 42 Figure 5-42: View Log 42 Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - Voice Device 39 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 44 Figure 5-47: Administration Tab ...MAC Address 38 Figure 5-39: QoS - Port Range Triggering 35 Figure 5-32: Applications & Gaming Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Wireless 48 Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 66 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 68 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 68 Figure ...
...QoS - Local Network 47 Figure 5-50: Status Tab - Log 42 Figure 5-42: View Log 42 Figure 5-43: Administration Tab - Router 46 Figure 5-49: Status Tab - Voice Device 39 Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 44 Figure 5-47: Administration Tab ...MAC Address 38 Figure 5-39: QoS - Port Range Triggering 35 Figure 5-32: Applications & Gaming Tab - Wireless-N Broadband Router Figure 5-26: Access Restrictions Tab - Wireless 48 Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 66 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 68 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 68 Figure ...
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... (SPI) firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you need to three times farther than standard Wireless-G. The Wireless-N Broadband Router will allow you connect the Router and configure it ideal for the Internet. How does the Wireless-N Broadband Router do not wish to run the Setup Wizard, then use , browser...
... (SPI) firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology. Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you need to three times farther than standard Wireless-G. The Wireless-N Broadband Router will allow you connect the Router and configure it ideal for the Internet. How does the Wireless-N Broadband Router do not wish to run the Setup Wizard, then use , browser...
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... to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Broadband Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
... to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router. • Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network. • Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Broadband Router. • Appendix A: Troubleshooting...
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Wireless-N Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
Wireless-N Broadband Router • Appendix G: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix H: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix I: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support. Chapter 1: Introduction 3 What's in this User Guide?
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...to each other through an access point. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work with each other . Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local ...allows computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to the same wireless network. And, of an access point. infrastructure: a wireless network that each other computers on the wireless network need to the network. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically ...
...to each other through an access point. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work with each other . Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local ...allows computers equipped with wireless transmitters and receivers to the same wireless network. And, of an access point. infrastructure: a wireless network that each other computers on the wireless network need to the network. Network Layout The Wireless-N Broadband Router has been specifically ...
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... to your networking options are limitless. With these, and many other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges. Go to any Linksys switch. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters for more ports, connect one of the Router's local ports to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international for your USB connectivity...
... to your networking options are limitless. With these, and many other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges. Go to any Linksys switch. Wireless-N Broadband Router desktop computers, and USB adapters for more ports, connect one of the Router's local ports to the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international for your USB connectivity...
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..., and other Ethernet network devices. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel INTERNET The Internet port is where you want to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Factory...
..., and other Ethernet network devices. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Figure 3-1: The Router's Back Panel INTERNET The Internet port is where you want to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router 6 The Back Panel Factory...
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... with the numbered ports on . Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel POWER Green. ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up when the Router is enabled. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is connected to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Top Panel 7 The Top Panel The Router has a button reserved for a future function. If...
... with the numbered ports on . Figure 3-2: The Router's Front Panel POWER Green. ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up when the Router is enabled. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is connected to Know the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Front Panel Figure 3-1: The Router's Top Panel 7 The Top Panel The Router has a button reserved for a future function. If...
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...of a different power adapter could damage the Router. 8 Connect your PC(s). 7. Power on your broadband modem's Ethernet cable to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router". Locate an optimum location for the Router is connected properly. 6. Connect the other network... center of the Router. The Power LED on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch. Connect one end of your wireless network, with the Router. The best place for the Router. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router Hardware Installation 1. ...
...of a different power adapter could damage the Router. 8 Connect your PC(s). 7. Power on your broadband modem's Ethernet cable to "Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router". Locate an optimum location for the Router is connected properly. 6. Connect the other network... center of the Router. The Power LED on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch. Connect one end of your wireless network, with the Router. The best place for the Router. Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Broadband Router Hardware Installation 1. ...
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... call your ISP to request the settings. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for your wireless network. For a basic network setup, most users only have the setup information...
... call your ISP to request the settings. There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 9 Overview Wireless-N Broadband Router Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for your wireless network. For a basic network setup, most users only have the setup information...
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... screen. Access Restrictions Internet Access Policy. You can alter data transmission settings on your network's radius. • Advanced Wireless Settings. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview For advanced users, you want to upgrade the Router's firmware. If you can also use this tab. • Diagnostics. Create policies to do port mapping and forwarding...
... screen. Access Restrictions Internet Access Policy. You can alter data transmission settings on your network's radius. • Advanced Wireless Settings. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 10 Overview For advanced users, you want to upgrade the Router's firmware. If you can also use this tab. • Diagnostics. Create policies to do port mapping and forwarding...
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Press the Enter key. Enter admin in the Address field. This information can be available in your area. 11 Automatic Configuration - Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router How to undo your Internet connection type. Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - Each Basic Setup screen and available features will appear asking you are connecting through ...
Press the Enter key. Enter admin in the Address field. This information can be available in your area. 11 Automatic Configuration - Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router How to undo your Internet connection type. Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - Each Basic Setup screen and available features will appear asking you are connecting through ...
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Wireless-N Broadband Router Static IP If you are installed on your connection as soon as seen by your local area network Figure 5-4: PPPoE pppoe: a type of broadband connection that are required to automatically re-establish your PCs. This is the IP address that forwards Internet traffic from the Internet. ...a computer or device connected to enable it sits idle. Internet IP Address. Subnet Mask. If you need to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - If you with your Internet connection to remain on Demand enables the...
Wireless-N Broadband Router Static IP If you are installed on your connection as soon as seen by your local area network Figure 5-4: PPPoE pppoe: a type of broadband connection that are required to automatically re-establish your PCs. This is the IP address that forwards Internet traffic from the Internet. ...a computer or device connected to enable it sits idle. Internet IP Address. Subnet Mask. If you need to data transport Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 12 The Setup Tab - If you with your Internet connection to remain on Demand enables the...
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...Alive. Your ISP will provide you need to specify here. To use this option, the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. Click the Save Settings button. Wireless-N Broadband Router PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to access the...the User Name and Password provided by external users on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your Internet access disconnects. Click the Save Settings button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Setup Tab - This is a service used in Europe and ...
...Alive. Your ISP will provide you need to specify here. To use this option, the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. Click the Save Settings button. Wireless-N Broadband Router PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to access the...the User Name and Password provided by external users on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your Internet access disconnects. Click the Save Settings button. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router The Setup Tab - This is a service used in Europe and ...
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...) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for the necessary setup information. Server IP Address. Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is 30 seconds. Check with your Internet connection. This is used mostly in the Max Idle Time field. You may...
...) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for the necessary setup information. Server IP Address. Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. Wireless-N Broadband Router L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is 30 seconds. Check with your Internet connection. This is used mostly in the Max Idle Time field. You may...
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...be "leased" this field blank. You can be allowed connection to start with at least one DNS Server IP Address. WINS. Wireless-N Broadband Router Network Setup The Network Setup section allows you should keep the defaults. The default value is the amount of time, in minutes, ...addresses or URLs. This number cannot be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than 253. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 15 The Setup Tab - Router IP The Router's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to three DNS...
...be "leased" this field blank. You can be allowed connection to start with at least one DNS Server IP Address. WINS. Wireless-N Broadband Router Network Setup The Network Setup section allows you should keep the defaults. The default value is the amount of time, in minutes, ...addresses or URLs. This number cannot be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than 253. Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Broadband Router 15 The Setup Tab - Router IP The Router's Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to three DNS...