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USER GUIDE

Wireless-G

Broadband Router

Model No:WRT54G2


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About This Guide

iWireless-G Broadband Router

About This Guide

Icon Descriptions

While reading through the User Guide you may see

various icons that call attention to specific items. Below isa description of these icons:

NOTE: This check mark indicates that there isa note of interest and is something that youshould pay special attention to while using theproduct.

WARNING: This exclamation point indicatesthat there is a caution or warning and it issomething that could damage your property orproduct.

WEB: This globe icon indicates a noteworthywebsite address or e-mail address.

Online Resources

Most web browsers allow you to enter the web addresswithout adding the http:// in front of the address. ThisUser Guide will refer to websites without including http://in front of the address. Some older web browsers may

require you to add it.

Resource Website

Linksys www.linksys.com

Linksys International www.linksys.com/international

Glossary www.linksys.com/glossary

Network Security www.linksys.com/security

Copyright and TrademarksLinksys is a registered trademark ortrademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certainother countries. Copyright 2008Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Other brands and product names aretrademarks or registered trademarksof their respective holders.


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Table of Contents

iiWireless-G Broadband Router

Chapter 1: Product Overview 1

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 2

General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Additional Security Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration 3

Setup > Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Setup > DDNS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setup > MAC Address Clone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setup > Advanced Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wireless > Wireless Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Security > Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Security > VPN Passthrough . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Access Restrictions > Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forward. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Applications & Gaming > Port Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Applications and Gaming > DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Applications and Gaming > QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Administration > Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Administration > Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Administration > Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Administration > Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Administration > Upgrade Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Administration > Config Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Status > Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Status > Local Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Status > Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 22

Appendix B: Specifications 23


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Appendix C: Warranty and Regulatory Information 24

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Wireless Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Industry Canada (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

IC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Rglement dIndustry Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on WasteElectric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26


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Chapter 1 Product Overview

1Wireless-G Broadband Router

Chapter 1:Product Overview

Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G BroadbandRouter. The Router lets you access the Internet via awireless connection, broadcast at up to 54 Mbps, orthrough one of its four switched ports. You can also usethe Router to share resources such as computers, printersand files. A variety of security features help to protectyour data and your privacy while online. Security featuresinclude WPA2 security, a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)firewall and NAT technology. Configuring the Router iseasy using the provided browser-based utility

Front Panel

1, 2, 3, 4 (Green) These numbered LEDs,corresponding with the numbered ports on theRouters back panel, serve two purposes. If theLED is continuously lit, the Router is successfullyconnected to a device through that port. Aflashing LED indicates network activity overthat port.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button If you have

client devices, such as wireless adapters, thatsupport Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you canuse Wi-Fi Protected Setup to automaticallyconfigure wireless security for your wirelessnetwork(s).

To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, run the SetupWizard, or refer to the Wireless > Basic WirelessSettings section of Chapter 3: AdvancedConfiguration.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup LED (Green/Amber) It l ights up green when wirelesssecurity is enabled. The LED flashes green for

two minutes during Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

The LED lights up amber if there is an errorduring the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process. Makesure the client device supports Wi-Fi ProtectedSetup. Wait until the LED is off, and then try again.

The LED flashes amber when a Wi-Fi ProtectedSetup session is active, and a second sessionbegins. The Router supports one session at atime. Wait until the LED is off before starting thenext Wi-Fi Protected Setup session.

Wireless (Green) The Wireless LED lights upwhen the wireless feature is enabled. If the LEDis flashing, the Router is actively sending orreceiving data over the network.

Internet (Green) The Internet LED lights upwhen there is a connection made through theInternet port. A flashing LED indicates networkactivity over the Internet port.

Power (Green) The Power LED lights upand will stay on while the Router is poweredon. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, thisLED will flash. When the diagnostic is complete,the LED will be solidly lit.

Back Panel

Internet The Internet port is where you willconnect your cable or DSL Internet connection.

1, 2, 3, 4 These Ethernet ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connectthe Router to PCs on your wired network andother Ethernet network devices.

Reset There are two ways to reset the Routers

factory defaults. Either press and hold the ResetButton for approximately five seconds, or restorethe defaults from Administration > FactoryDefaults in the Routers web-based utility.

Power The Power port is where you willconnect the power adapter.


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Chapter 2 Wireless Security Checklist


Chapter 2:Wireless Security Checklist

Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, sohomes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them

at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates bysending information over radio waves, it can be morevulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network.Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signalsfrom your wireless network can also be intercepted. Sinceyou cannot physically prevent someone from connectingto your wireless network, you need to take some additionalsteps to keep your network secure.

1. Change the default wirelessnetwork name or SSID

Wireless devices have a default wireless network nameor Service Set Identifier (SSID) set by the factory. Thisis the name of your wireless network, and can be upto 32 characters in length. Linksys wireless productsuse linksys as the default wireless network name. Youshould change the wireless network name to somethingunique to distinguish your wireless network from otherwireless networks that may exist around you, but do notuse personal information (such as your Social Securitynumber) because this information may be available foranyone to see when browsing for wireless networks.

2. Change the default password

For wireless products such as access points and routers,you will be asked for a password when you want to changetheir settings. These devices have a default password setby the factory. The Linksys default password is admin.Hackers know these defaults and may try to use themto access your wireless device and change your networksettings. To thwart any unauthorized changes, customizethe devices password so it will be hard to guess.

3. Enable MAC address filtering

Linksys routers give you the ability to enable Media AccessControl (MAC) address filtering. The MAC address is aunique series of numbers and letters assigned to everynetworking device. With MAC address filtering enabled,wireless network access is provided solely for wirelessdevices with specific MAC addresses. For example, you canspecify the MAC address of each computer in your homeso that only those computers can access your wirelessnetwork.

4. Enable encryption

Encryption protects data transmitted over a wirelessnetwork. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) and WiredEquivalency Privacy (WEP) offer different levels of security

for wireless communication. Currently, devices that areWi-Fi certified are required to support WPA2, but are notrequired to support WEP.

A network encrypted with WPA/WPA2 is more securethan a network encrypted with WEP, because WPA/WPA2uses dynamic key encryption. To protect the informationas it passes over the airwaves, you should enable thehighest level of encryption supported by your networkequipment.

WEP is an older encryption standard and may be theonly option available on some older devices that do not

support WPA.

General Network Security Guidelines

Wireless network security is useless if the underlyingnetwork is not secure.

Password protect all computers on the network andindividually password protect sensitive files.

Change passwords on a regular basis.

Install anti-virus software and personal firewallsoftware.

Disable file sharing (peer-to-peer). Some applicationsmay open file sharing without your consent and/orknowledge.

Additional Security Tips

Keep wireless routers, access points, or gateways awayfrom exterior walls and windows.

Turn wireless routers, access points, or gatewaysoff when they are not being used (at night, duringvacations).

Use strong passphrases that are at least eight characters

in length. Combine letters and numbers to avoid usingstandard words that can be found in the dictionary.

WEB: For more information on wirelesssecurity, visit www.linksys.com/security


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Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration


Chapter 3:Advanced Configuration

After setting up the Router with the Setup Wizard (locatedon the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. However,

if youd like to change its advanced settings, use theRouters web-based utility. This chapter describes eachweb page of the utility and each pages key functions. Youcan access the utility via a web browser on a computerconnected to the Router.

The web-based utility has these main tabs: Setup,Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications &Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs willbe available after you click one of the main tabs.

NOTE: When first installing the Router, youshould use the Setup Wizard on the Setup

CD-ROM. If you want to configure advancedsettings, use this chapter to learn about theweb-based utility.

How to Access the Web-Based Utility

To access the web-based utility, launch the web browser onyour computer, and enter the Routers default IP address,192.168.1.1, in theAddressfield. Then, press Enter.

A password request screen will appear. (Non-Windows XPusers will see a similar screen.) Leave the User namefield

blank. The first time you open the Web-based utility, usethe default password admin. (You can set a new passwordfrom the Administration tabs Managementscreen.) ClickOKto continue.

Password Screen

Setup > Basic Setup

The first screen that appears is the Basic Setupscreen. Thisallows you to change the Routers general settings.

Setup > Basic Setup

Internet Setup

The Internet Setup section configures the Router to yourInternet connection. Most of this information can be

obtained through your ISP.

Internet Connection Type

Select the type of Internet connection your ISP providesfrom the drop-down menu. The available types are:

Automatic Configuration - DHCP

Static IP

PPPoE

PPTP

L2TP

Telstra Cable

Automatic Configuration - DHCP

By default, the Routers Internet Connection Type is setto Automatic Configuration - DHCP, which should bekept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connectingthrough a dynamic IP address. (This option usually appliesto cable connections.)

Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP


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Static IP

If you are required to use a permanent IP address toconnect to the Internet, select Static IP.

Internet Connection Type > Static IP

Internet IP Address This is the Routers IP address, whenseen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with theIP Address you need to specify here.

Subnet Mask This is the Routers Subnet Mask, as seenby users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will

provide you with the Subnet Mask.Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the GatewayAddress, which is the ISP servers IP address.

DNS Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS(Domain Name System) Server IP Address.

PPPoE

Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocolover Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. If you areconnected to the Internet through a DSL line, check withyour ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will haveto enable PPPoE.

Internet Connection Type > PPPoE

User Name and Password Enter the User Name andPassword provided by your ISP.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configurethe Router to cut the Internet connection after it has beeninactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Ifyour Internet connection has been terminated due toinactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router toautomatically re-establish your connection as soon as youattempt 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 have elapsedbefore your Internet connection terminates. The defaultMax Idle Time is 5minutes.

Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option,the Router will periodically check your Internetconnection. If you are disconnected, then the Router

will automatically re-establish your connection. To usethis option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field,you specify how often you want the Router to checkthe Internet connection. The default Redial Period is30seconds.

PPTP

Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service thatapplies to connections in Europe only.

Internet Connection Type > PPTP

Internet IP Address This is the Routers IP address, asseen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with theIP Address you need to specify here.

Subnet Mask This is the Routers Subnet Mask, as seenby users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP willprovide you with the Subnet Mask.

Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the GatewayAddress.


Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configurethe Router to cut the Internet connection after it has beeninactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Ifyour Internet connection has been terminated due toinactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router toautomatically re-establish your connection as soon as youattempt 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 have elapsedbefore your Internet connection terminates. The defaultMax Idle Time is 5minutes.

Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the

Router will periodically check your Internet connection. Ifyou are disconnected, then the Router will automatically

re-establish your connection. To use this option, selectKeep Alive. In the Redial Periodfield, you specify how often

you want the Router to check the Internet connection. The

default value is 30seconds.


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L2TP

L2TP is a service that applies to connections in Israel only.

Internet Connection Type > L2TP


L2TP Server This is the IP address of the L2TP Server.Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need tospecify here.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure

the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has beeninactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Ifyour Internet connection has been terminated due toinactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router toautomatically re-establish your connection as soon as youattempt 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 have elapsedbefore your Internet connection terminates. The defaultMax Idle Time is 5minutes

Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option,the Router will periodically check your Internetconnection. If you are disconnected, then the Routerwill automatically re-establish your connection. To usethis option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field,you specify how often you want the Router to checkthe Internet connection. The default Redial Period is30seconds.

Telstra Cable

Telstra Cable is a service that applies to connections inAustralia only. If your ISP uses HeartBeat Signal (HBS), thenselect Telstra.

Internet Connection Type > Telstra Cable


Heart Beat Server This is the IP address of the HeartbeatServer. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address youneed to specify here.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configurethe Router to cut the Internet connection after it has beeninactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). Ifyour Internet connection has been terminated due toinactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router toautomatically 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 have elapsedbefore your Internet connection terminates. The defaultMax Idle Time is 5minutes

Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option,the Router will periodically check your Internetconnection. If you are disconnected, then the Routerwill automatically re-establish your connection. To usethis option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field,you specify how often you want the Router to checkthe Internet connection. The default Redial Period is30seconds.

Optional Settings

Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verifywith your ISP before making any changes.

Optional Settings

Router Name In this field, you can enter a name of up to39 characters to represent the Router.

Host Name/Domain Name These fields allow you tosupply 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 yourbroadband Internet service has been configured with ahost and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fieldsblank will work.

MTU MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifiesthe 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 selectthe best MTU for your Internet connection, keep thedefault setting,Auto.

Size When Manual is selected in the MTUfield, this optionis enabled. Leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. Thedefault size depends on the Internet Connection Type:

DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra: 1500

PPPoE: 1492

PPTP or L2TP: 1460


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Network Setup

The Network Setup section changes the settings on thenetwork connected to the Routers Ethernet ports. WirelessSetup is performed through the Wireless tab.

Router IP

This presents both the Routers IP Address and SubnetMask as seen by your network.

Router IP Address

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

The settings allow you to configure the Routers DynamicHost Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The

Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. ADHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to eachcomputer on your network. If you choose to enable theRouters DHCP server option, make sure there is no otherDHCP server on your network.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

DHCP Server DHCP is enabled by factory default. If youalready have a DHCP server on your network, or you dontwant a DHCP server, then select Disable(no other DHCPfeatures will be available).

Starting IP Address Enter a value for the DHCP server tostart with when issuing IP addresses. Because the Routersdefault IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP Address must

be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than 192.168.1.253.

The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users Enter the maximumnumber of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assignIP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253.The default is 50.

Client Lease Time The Client Lease Time is the amountof time a network user will be allowed connection to theRouter with their current dynamic IP address. Enter theamount of time, in minutes, that the user will be leasedthis dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user willbe automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. Thedefault is 0minutes, which means one day.

Static DNS (1-3) The Domain Name System (DNS) is howthe 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 you wish to use another,

enter that IP Address in one of these fields. You can enter up

to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The Router will use

these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS)manages each PCs interaction with the Internet. If youuse a WINS server, enter that servers IP Address here.Otherwise, leave this blank.

Time Setting

Select the time zone in which your network functionsfrom this drop-down menu. (You can even automaticallyadjust for daylight saving time.)

Time Setting

Click Save Settingsto apply your changes, or click CancelChangesto cancel your changes.

Setup > DDNS

The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS)feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domainname to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful whenyou are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other

server behind the Router.Before you can use this feature, you need to signup for DDNS service with a DDNS service provider,www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com. If you do not want touse this feature, keep the default setting, Disable.

DDNS

The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS)feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domainname to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful whenyou are hosting your own website, FTP server, or otherserver behind the Router.

Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up forDDNS service at one of two DDNS service providers,DynDNS.org or TZO.com. If you do not want to use thisfeature, keep the default setting, Disable.

DDNS Service

If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, thenselect DynDNS.org from the drop-down menu. If yourDDNS service is provided by TZO, then select TZO.com.The features available on the DDNS screen will vary,depending on which DDNS service provider you use.


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DynDNS.org

Setup > DDNS > DynDNS

User Name Enter the User Name for your DDNS account.

Password Enter the Password for your DDNS account.

Host Name The is the DDNS URL assigned by the DDNSservice.

Internet IP Address The Routers Internet IP address isdisplayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.

Status The status of the DDNS service connection isdisplayed here.


TZO.com

Setup > DDNS > TZ O

E-mail Address, TZO Key, and Domain Name Enter thesettings of the account you set up with TZO.

Internet IP Address The Routers Internet IP address isdisplayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.

Status The status of the DDNS service connection isdisplayed here.


Setup > MAC Address Clone

A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a uniquepiece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will requireyou to register a MAC address in order to access theInternet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address

with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you havecurrently registered with your ISP to the Router with theMAC Address Clone feature.

Setup > MAC Address Clone

MAC Address Clone

Enable/Disable To have the MAC Address cloned, selectEnable.

User Defined Entry Enter the MAC Address registeredwith your ISP here.

Clone Your PCs MAC Clicking this button will clone theMAC address of the computer you are using.


Setup > Advanced Routing

This screen is used to set up the Routers advanced routingfunctions. NAT routes the host Routers network connectionto the Internet. Dynamic Routing automatically adjustshow packets travel on your network. Static Routing setsup a fixed route to another network destination.

Setup > Advanced Routing (Gateway)


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Setup > Advanced Routing (Router )

Advanced Routing

Operating Mode Select the mode in which this Routerwill function. If this Router is hosting your networksconnection to the Internet, select Gateway. If anotherRouter exists on your network, select Router. WhenRouter is chosen, Dynamic Routing will be available asan option.

Dynamic Routing

RIP This feature enables the Router to automaticallyadjust to physical changes in the networks layout andexchange routing tables with the other router(s). The

Router determines the network packets route based onthe fewest number of hops between the source and thedestination. This feature is Disabled by default. From thedrop-down menu, you can also select LAN & Wireless,which performs dynamic routing over your Ethernet andwireless networks. You can also select WAN (Internet),which performs dynamic routing with data coming fromthe Internet. Finally, selecting Both enables dynamicrouting for both networks, as well as data from theInternet.

Select set number To set up a static route between theRouter and another network, select a number from theStatic Routing drop-down list. (A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travelto reach a specific host or network.) Enter the informationdescribed below to set up a new static route. (Click theDelete This Entry button 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 IP is the addressof the remote network or host to which you want to assigna static route.

Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask determines whichportion of a Destination LAN IP address is the networkportion, and which portion is the host portion.

Default Gateway This is the IP address of the gatewaydevice that allows for contact between the Router and theremote network or host.

Interface This interface tells you whether the DestinationIP Address is on the LAN & Wireless(Ethernet and wirelessnetworks) or the WAN(Internet).

Delete This Entry To delete a route, select its numberfrom the drop-down menu, and click this button.

Show Routing Table Click Show Routing Tableto opena screen displaying how data is routed through your localnetwork. For each route, the Destination LAN IP address,Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Interface are displayed. ClickRefreshto update the information. Click Close to exit thisscreen.

Routing Table


Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings

The basic settings for wireless networking are set on thisscreen.

There are two ways to configure the Routers wirelessnetwork(s), manual and Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a feature that makes it easy to setup your wireless network. If you have client devices, suchas wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup,then you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Wireless Configuration To manually configure yourwireless network, select Manual. Proceed to the BasicWireless Settings section. To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup,select Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Proceed to the Wi-FiProtected Setup section.


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Basic Wireless Settings

Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Manual Setup)

Wireless Network Mode From this drop-down menu,you can select the wireless standards running on yournetwork. If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-Bdevices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed.

If you have only Wireless-G and Wireless-B devices in yournetwork, select BG-Mixed. If you have only Wireless-Ndevices, selectWireless-N Only. If you have only Wireless-Gdevices, select Wireless-G Only. If you have only Wireless-B devices, select Wireless-B Only. If you do not have anywireless devices in your network, select Disabled.

Wireless Network Name (SSID) The SSID is the networkname shared among all points in a wireless network.The SSID must be identical for all devices in the wirelessnetwork. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed32 characters (use any of the characters on the keyboard).Make sure this setting is the same for all points in your

wireless network. For added security, you should changethe default SSID (linksys) to a unique name.

Wireless Channel Select the channel from the listprovided to correspond with your network settings. Alldevices in your wireless network must be broadcast onthe same channel in order to function correctly.

Wireless SSID Broadcast When wireless clients surveythe local area for wireless networks to associate with, theywill detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcastthe Routers SSID, keep the default setting, Enabled. If youdo not want to broadcast the Routers SSID, then selectDisabled.


Wi-Fi Protected Setup

There are three methods available. Use the method thatapplies to the client device you are configuring.

Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Congratulations

NOTE: Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures oneclient device at a time. Repeat the instructionsfor each client device that supports Wi-Fi

Protected Setup.

Method #1

Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi ProtectedSetup button.

Click or press theWi-Fi Protected Setup button onthe client device.

Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button on thisscreen.

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After the client device has been configured, clickOK. Then refer back to your client device or itsdocumentation for further instructions.

Method #2

Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected

Setup PIN number.Enter the PIN number in thefield on this screen.

Click Register.

After the client device has been configured, clickOK. Then refer back to your client device or itsdocumentation for further instructions.

Method #3

Use this method if your client device asks for the RoutersPIN number.

Enter the PIN number listed on this screen. (It is also

listed on the label on the bottom of the Router.)After the client device has been configured, clickOK. Then refer back to your client device or itsdocumentation for further instructions.

The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID),Security, Encryption, and Passphrase are displayed at thebottom of the screen.

NOTE: If you have client devices that do notsupport Wi-Fi Protected Setup, note the wirelesssettings, and then manually configure thoseclient devices.

Wireless > Wireless Security

The Wireless Security settings configure the security ofyour wireless network. There are six wireless securitymode options supported by the Router: WPA Personal,WPA Enterprise, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise, RADIUS,and WEP. ( WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which isa security standard stronger than WEP encryption. WPA2is a more advanced, more secure version of WPA. WEPstands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and RADIUS standsfor Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.) These

six are briefly discussed here. For detailed instructionson configuring wireless security for the Router, refer toChapter 2: Wireless Security.

Wireless Security

Security Mode

Select the security method for your wireless network. Ifyou do not want to use wireless security, keep the default,Disabled.

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WPA Personal

NOTE:If you are using WPA, always rememberthat each device in your wireless network MUSTuse the same WPA method and shared key, orelse the network will not function properly.

Security Mode > WPA Personal

WPA Algorithm WPA supports two encryption methods,TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Selectthe type of algorithm, TKIP or AES. (AES is a strongerencryption method than TKIP.)

WPA Shared Key Enter the key shared by the Router andyour other network devices. It must have 8-63 characters.

Group Key Renewal Enter a Key Renewal period, whichtells the Router how often it should change the encryptionkeys. The default Group Key Renewal period is 3600seconds.

WPA Enterprise

This option features WPA used in coordination with aRADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUSserver is connected to the Router.)

Security Mode > WPA Enterprise

WPA Algorithm WPA supports two encryption m ethods,TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Selectthe type of algorithm, TKIP or AES. (AES is a strongerencryption method than TKIP.)


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RADIUS Server Address Enter the IP Address of theRADIUS server.

RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUSserver. The default value is 1812.

Shared Key Enter the key shared between the Routerand the server.

Key Renewal Timeout Enter a Key Renewal Timeoutperiod, which instructs the Router how often it shouldchange the encryption keys. The default Key RenewalTimeout period is 3600seconds.

WPA2 Personal

Security Mode > WPA2 Personal

WPA Algorithm WPA2 supports two encryptionmethods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys.Select the type of algorithm, AES, or TKIP + AES. Thedefault selection is AES.

WPA Shared Key Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8-63

characters.Group Key Renewal Enter a Group Key Renewal period,which instructs the Router how often it should change theencryption keys. The default Group Key Renewal period is3600seconds.

WPA2 Enterprise

This option features WPA2 used in coordination with aRADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUSserver is connected to the Router.

Security Mode > WPA2 Enterprise

WPA Algorithm WPA2 supports two encryptionmethods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys.Select the type of algorithm, AES, or TKIP + AES. Thedefault selection is AES




Key Renewal Timeout Enter a Key Renewal Timeoutperiod, which instructs the Router how often it shouldchange the encryption keys. The default Key RenewalTimeout period is 3600seconds.

RADIUS

This option features WEP used in coordination with a

RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUSserver is connected to the Router.)

Security Mode > RADIUS

IMPORTANT: If you are using WEP encryption,

always remember that each device in your

wireless network MUST use the same WEP

encryption method and encryption key, or else

your wireless network will not function properly.




Default Transmit Key Select a Default Transmit Key(choose which Key to use). The default is 1.

WEP Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption,64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. Thedefault is 64 bits 10 hex digits.


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Passphrase Enter a Passphrase to automatically generateWEP keys. Then click Generate.

Key 1-4 If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEPkey(s) manually.

WEP

WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secureas WPA.

Security Mode > WEP

Default Transmit Key Select a Default Transmit Key(choose which Key to use). The default is 1.

WEP Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. The default is64 bits 10 hex digits.

Passphrase Enter a Passphrase to automatically generateWEP keys. Then click Generate.

Key 1-4 If you did not enter a Passphrase, enter the WEPkey(s) manually.


Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter

Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addressesof the wireless devices transmitting within your networksradius.

Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter

Wireless MAC Filter

Wireless MAC Filter To filter wireless users by MAC Address,either permitting or blocking access, click Enable. If you do

not wish to filter users by MAC Address, keep the default

setting, Disable.

Prevent Select this to block wireless access by MACAddress. This button is selected by default.

Permit Only Select this to allow wireless access by MACAddress. This button is not selected by default.

Edit MAC Filter List Click this to open the MAC AddressFilter List screen. On this screen, you can list users, by MAC

Address, to whom you wish to provide or block access. For

easy reference, click Wireless Client MAC Listto display a list

of network users by MAC Address.

MAC Address Filter List


Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings

This Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings screen is usedto set up the Routers advanced wireless functions. Thesesettings should only be adjusted by an expert administrator

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Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings

Advanced Wireless

Authentication Type The default is set to Auto, which

allows either Open System or Shared Key authenticationto be used. With Open Systemauthentication, the senderand the recipient do NOT use a WEP key for authentication.With Shared Keyauthentication, the sender and recipientuse a WEP key for authentication.

Basic Rate The Basic Rate setting is not actually one rateof transmission but a series of rates at which the Routercan transmit. The Router will advertise its Basic Rate to theother wireless devices in your network, so they know whichrates will be used. The Router will also advertise that it willautomatically select the best rate for transmission. Thedefault setting is Default, when the Router can transmitat all standard wireless rates (1-2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps,18Mbps, and 24Mbps). Other options are 1-2Mbps, foruse with older wireless technology, and All, when theRouter can transmit at all wireless rates. The Basic Rateis not the actual rate of data transmission. If you want tospecify the Routers rate of data transmission, configurethe Transmission Rate setting.

Transmission Rate The rate of data transmission shouldbe set depending on the speed of your wireless network.You can select from a range of transmission speeds, or youcan select Autoto have the Router automatically use thefastest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallbackfeature. Auto-Fallback will negotiate the best possible

connection speed between the Router and a wirelessclient. The default value is Auto.

CTS Protection Mode CTS (Clear-To-Send) ProtectionMode should remain disabled unless you are having severeproblems with your Wireless-G products not being ableto transmit to the Router in an environment with heavy802.11b traffic. This function boosts the Routers abilityto catch all Wireless-G transmissions but will severelydecrease performance.

Frame Burst Enabling this option should provide yournetwork with greater performance, depending on the

manufacturer of your wireless products. To turn on theFrame Burst option, select Enable. The default is Disable.

Beacon Interval The default value is 100. Enter a valuebetween 1 and 65,535 milliseconds. The Beacon Intervalvalue indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. Abeacon is a packet broadcast by the Router to synchronizethe wireless network.

DTIM Interval This value, between 1 and 255, indicatesthe interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message(DTIM). A DTIM field is a countdown field informingclients of the next window for listening to broadcastand multicast messages. When the Router has bufferedbroadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, itsends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clientshear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcastand multicast messages. The default value is 1.

Fragmentation Threshold This value specifies themaximum size for a packet before data is fragmentedinto multiple packets. If you experience a high packeterror rate, you may slightly increase the FragmentationThreshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too lowmay result in poor network performance. Only minorreduction of the default value is recommended. In mostcases, it should remain at its default value of 2346.

RTS Threshold Should you encounter inconsistent dataflow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347, isrecommended. If a network packet is smaller than thepreset RTS threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism willnot be enabled. The Router sends Request to Send (RTS)frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates

the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS, thewireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS) frameto acknowledge the right to begin transmission. The RTSThreshold value should remain at its default value of2347.

AP Isolation This isolates all wireless clients and wirelessdevices on your network from each other. Wireless deviceswill be able to communicate with the Router but not witheach other. To use this function, select On. AP Isolation isturned Offby default.

SecureEasySetup This feature allows you to enable ordisable the SecureEasySetup feature. Select Disabled todisable the feature and turn off the buttons light. Thefeature is Enabledby default.



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Security > Firewall

The Security > Firewallscreen is used to configure a firewallthat can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on theRouters local network.

Security > Firewall

Firewall

Firewall Protection To use firewall protection, keep thedefault selection, Enable. To turn off firewall protection,select Disable.

Block WAN Requests

Block Anonymous Internet Requests This featuremakes it more difficult for outside users to work theirway into your network. This feature is selectedby default.Deselect the feature to allow anonymous Internetrequests.

Filter Multicast Multicasting allows for multipletransmissions to specific recipients at the same time. If

multicasting is permitted, then the Router will allow IPmulticast packets to be forwarded to the appropriatecomputers. This feature is selected by default. Deselectthis feature to disable it.

Filter Internet NAT Redirection This feature usesport forwarding to block access to local servers fromlocal networked computers. Select Filter Internet NATRedirectionto filter Internet NAT redirection. This featureis not selected by default.

Filter IDENT (Port 113) This feature keeps port 113 frombeing scanned by devices outside of your local network.This feature is selected by default. Deselect this feature to

disable it.Click Save Settingsto apply your changes, or click CancelChangesto cancel your changes.

Security > VPN Passthrough

The Security > VPN Passthroughscreen allows you to enable

VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass

through the Routers firewall.

Security > VPN Passthrough

VPN Passthrough

IPSec Passthrough Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is

a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchangeof packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to passthrough the Router, keep the default, Enable.

PPTP Passthrough Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol(PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to betunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels topass through the Router, keep the default, Enable.

L2TP Passthrough Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol is themethod used to enable Point-to-Point sessions via theInternet on the Layer 2 level. To allow L2TP tunnels to passthrough the Router, keep the default, Enable.

Click Save Settingsto apply your changes, or click Cancel

Changesto cancel your changes.

Access Restrictions > Internet Access

The Access Restrictions > Internet Accessscreen allows youto block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage andtraffic, such as Internet access, designated services, andwebsites during specific days and times.


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Access Restrictions > Internet Access

Internet Access

Internet Access Policy Access can be managed by apolicy. Use the settings on this screen to establish anaccess policy (after Save Settings is clicked). Selecting apolicy from the drop-down menu will display that policyssettings. To delete a policy, select that policys numberand click Delete. To view all the policies, click Summary.

(Policies can be deleted from the Summary screen byselecting the policy or policies and clicking Delete. Toreturn to the Internet Access tab, click Close.)

Internet Policy Summary

Status Policies are disabled by default. To enable a policy,select the policy number from the drop-down menu, andselect Enable.

To create an Internet Access policy:

Select a number from the Internet Access Policydrop-down menu.

To enable this policy, select Enable.

Enter a Policy Name in the field provided.

Click Edit List of PCsto select which PCs will be affected

by the policy. The List of PCs screen appears. You can

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enter a range of IP Addresses if you want this policy

to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes,

click Save Settings to apply your changes or Cancel

Changesto cancel your changes. Then click Close.

List of PCs

Select the appropriate option, Deny or Allow,

depending on whether you want to block or allowInternet access for the PCs you listed on the List of PCsscreen.

Decide which days and what times you want this policyto be enforced. Select the individual days during whichthe policy will be in effect, or select Everyday. Thenenter a range of hours and minutes during which thepolicy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.

Select any Blocked Services or Website Blocking youwish to use.

Click Save Settings to save the policys settings, orclick Cancel Changesto cancel the policys settings.

Blocked Services

You can filter access to various services accessed over theInternet, such as FTP or telnet, by selecting services fromthe drop-down menus next to Blocked Services. (You canblock up to 20 services.) Then enter the range of ports youwant to filter.

If the service you want to block is not listed or you want toedit a services settings, then click Add/Edit Service. Thenthe Port Servicesscreen will appear.

Port Services

To add a service, enter the services name in the ServiceName field. Select its protocol from the Protocol drop-down menu, and enter its range in the Port Rangefields.Then click Add.

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To modify a service, select it from the list on the right.Change its name, protocol setting, or port range. Thenclick Modify.

To delete a service, select it from the list on the right. Thenclick Delete.

When you are finished making changes on the PortServices screen, click Apply to save the changes. If youwant to cancel your changes, click Cancel. To close thePort Services screen and return to the Access Restrictionsscreen, click Close.

Website Blocking by URL Address

If you want to block websites with specific URL addresses,enter each URL in a separate field next to Website Blockingby URL Address.

Website Blocking by Keyword

If you want to block websites using specific keywords,enter each keyword in a separate field next to WebsiteBlocking by Keyword.


Applications and Gaming > Port Range

Forward

The Applications & Gaming > Port Range Forward screen

allows you to set up public services on your network, such as

web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized

Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications areany applications that use Internet access to perform functions

such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some Internet

applications may not require any forwarding.)

Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forward

Port Range Forward

To forward a port, enter the information on each line forthe criteria required.

Application In this field, enter the name you wish to givethe application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.

Start/End This is the port range. Enter the number thatstarts the port range in the Start column and the numberthat ends the range in the End column.

Protocol Select the protocol used for this application,either TCPor UDP, or Both.

IP Address For each application, enter the IP Address ofthe PC running the specific application.

Enable Select Enableto enable port forwarding for therelevant application.


Applications & Gaming > Port Triggering

The Applications & Gaming > Port Triggeringscreen allows

the Router to watch outgoing data for specific portnumbers. The IP address of the computer that sends thematching data is remembered by the Router, so that whenthe requested data returns through the Router, the data ispulled back to the proper computer by way of IP addressand port mapping rules.

Applications and Gaming > Port Triggering

Port Triggering

Application Enter the application name of the trigger.

Triggered Range

For each application, list the triggered port number range.Check with the Internet application documentation forthe port number(s) needed.

Start Port Enter the starting port number of the TriggeredRange.

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Forwarded Range

For each application, list the forwarded port numberrange. Check with the Internet application documentationfor the port number(s) needed.

Start Port Enter the starting port number of the

Forwarded Range.End Port Enter the ending port number of the ForwardedRange.

Enable Select Enable to enable port triggering for theapplicable application.


Applications and Gaming > DMZ

The DMZ feature allows one network computer to beexposed 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 toone PC. The Port Range Forward feature is more securebecause it only opens the ports you want to have opened,while DMZ hosting opens all the ports of one computer,exposing the computer to the Internet.

Applications and Gaming > DMZ

DMZ

Any PC whose port is being forwarded must have its DHCPclient function disabled and should have a new static IPaddress assigned to it because its IP address may changewhen using the DHCP function.

To expose one PC, select Enable. Then, enter thecomputers IP address in the DMZ Host IP Addressfield. This

feature is disabled by default.Click Save Settingsto apply your changes, or click CancelChangesto cancel your changes.

Applications and Gaming > QoS

Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service tohigh-priority types of network traffic, which mayinvolve demanding, real-time applications, such asvideoconferencing.

There are three types of QoS available: Device Priority,Ethernet Port Priority, and Application Priority.

QoS

Enable/Disable To enable QoS, select Enable. Otherwise,select Disable. QoS is disabled by default.

Upstream Bandwidth Select Auto or Manual fromthe drop-down menu. Manual allows you to specify the

maximum outgoing bandwidth that applications canutilize.

Applications and Gaming > QoS

Device Priority

Enter the name of your network device in the Device namefield, enter its MAC Address, and then select its priorityfrom the drop-down menu.

Ethernet Port Priority

Ethernet Port Priority QoS allows you to prioritizeperformance for the Routers four ports, LAN Ports 1-4. Foreach port, select the priority and flow control setting.

Priority Select High or Low in the Priority column. TheRouters four ports have been assigned low priority bydefault.

Flow Control If you want the Router to control thetransmission of data between network devices, selectEnabled. To disable this feature, select Disabled. EthernetPort Priority QoS does not require support from your ISPbecause the prioritized ports LAN ports 1-4 are in yournetwork. This feature is enabled by default.


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Application Priority

Application Priority QoS manages information as it istransmitted and received. Depending on the settings ofthe QoSscreen, this feature will assign information a highor low priority for the applications that you specify.

Optimize Gaming Applications Select this toautomatically allow common game application portsto have a higher priority. These games include, but arenot limited to: Counter-Strike , Half-Life, Age of Empires,Everquest, Quake2/Quake3, and Diablo II. The defaultsetting is unselected.

Application Name Enter the name you wish to give theapplication in theApplication Namefield.

Priority Select High or Low to assign priority to theapplication. The default selection is Low.

Specific Port # Enter the port number for theapplication.

Wireless QoS

WMM Support Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), formerlyknown as Wireless Multimedia Extensions (WME), isa Wi-Fi Alliance certified feature, based on the IEEE802.11e standard. This feature provides QoS to wirelessnetworks. It is especially suitable for voice, music andvideo applications; for example, Voice over IP ( VoIP), videostreaming, and interactive gaming. If you have otherdevices on your wireless network that support WMM,select Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled.

No Acknowledgement This feature prevents the Routerfrom re-sending data if an error occurs. To use this feature,select Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default setting,Disabled.


Administration > Management

The Administration > Management screen allows thenetworks administrator to manage specific Routerfunctions for access and security.

Administration > Management

Router Password

Local Router Access

Router Password Enter a new Password for the Router.

Re-enter to confirm Enter the Password again to confirm.

Web Access

Access Server HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) isthe communications protocol used to connect to serverson the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secured SocketLayer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security.Select HTTPor HTTPS. The default selection is HTTP.

Wireless Access Web If you are using the Router ina public domain where you are giving wireless accessto your guests, you can disable wireless access to theRouters web-based utility. You will only be able to accessthe web-based utility via a wired connection if you disablethe setting. Keep the default, Enable, to enable wirelessaccess to the Routers web-based utility, or select Disableto disable wireless access to the utility.

Remote Router Access

Remote Management To access the Router remotely,from outside the network, select Enable.

Management Port Enter the port number that will beopen to outside access. You will need to enter the Routerspassword when accessing the Router this way, as usual.

Use https To require the use of HTTPS for remote access,select this feature.

UPnP

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Administration > Log

The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internetconnection.

Administration > Log

Log

Log To disable the Log function, keep the default setting,Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the

Internet, select Enable.When you wish to view the logs, click Incoming Log orOutgoing Log, depending on which you wish to view.


Administration > Diagnostics

The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you tocheck the connections of your network components.

Administration > Diagnostics

Ping Test

Ping The Ping test checks the status of a connection.Click Pingto open the Ping Testscreen. Enter the addressof the PC whose connection you wish to test and howmany times you wish to test it. Then, click Ping. The PingTestscreen will show if the test was successful. To stop thetest, click Stop. Click Clear Logto clear the screen. ClickCloseto return to the Diagnosticsscreen.

The Ping Test

Traceroute Test

Traceroute To test the performance of a connection,click Tracerouteto open the Traceroute Testscreen. Enterthe address of the PC whose connection you wish to testand click Traceroute. The Traceroute Testscreen will show

if the test was successful. To stop the test, click Stop. ClickClear Logto clear the screen. Click Closeto return to theDiagnosticsscreen.

The Traceroute Test

Administration > Factory Defaults

The Administration > Factory Defaults screen allows youto restore the Routers configuration to its factory defaultsettings.

Factory Defaults

Restore Factory Defaults To reset the Routers settingsto the default values, select Yes, and then click Save

Settings. Any settings you have saved will be lost when

the default settings are restored.

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Administration > Upgrade Firmware

The Administration > UpgradeFirmware screen allows you

to upgrade the Routers 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 > Upgrade Firmware

Before upgrading the firmware, download the Routers

firmware upgrade file from the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. Then extract the file.

Upgrade Firmware

Please select a file to upgrade Click Browseand selectthe extracted firmware upgrade file. Then click Upgradeand follow the on-screen instructions.

Administration > Config Management

This screen is used to back up or restore the Routersconfiguration file.

Administration > Config Management

Backup Configuration

To back up the Routers configuration file, click Backup.Then follow the on-screen instructions.

Restore Configuration

Please select a file to restore Click Browse and selectthe configuration file. Then click Restore.

Status > Router

The Status > Router screen displays the Routers currentstatus.

Status > Router

Router Information

Firmware Version This is the Routers current firmware.

Current Time This shows the time, as you set on theSetup tab.

MAC Address This is the Routers MAC Address, as seenby your ISP.

Router Name This is the specific name for the Router,which you set on the Setup tab.

Host Name If required by your ISP, this would have beenentered on the Setup tab.

Domain Name If required by your ISP, this would havebeen entered on the Setup tab.

Internet

Configuration Type

This section shows the current network informationstored in the Router. The information varies depending onthe Internet connection type selected on the Setup > BasicSetupscreen.

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Status > Local Network

The Status > Local Network screen displays the status ofyour network.

Status > Local Network

Local Network

MAC Address This is the Routers MAC Address, as seenon your local, Ethernet network.

IP Address This shows the Routers IP Address, as itappears on your local, Ethernet network.

Subnet Mask This shows the current subnet mask beingconfigured for your local network.

DHCP Server If you are using the Router as a DHCP server,that will be displayed here.

Start IP Address For the range of IP Addresses used bydevices on your local, Ethernet network, the beginning ofthat range is shown here.

End IP Address For the range of IP Addresses used bydevices on your local, Ethernet network, the end of thatrange is shown here.

DHCP Clients Table Clicking this button will open ascreen to show you which PCs are utilizing the Router as aDHCP server. You can delete PCs from that list, and severtheir connections, by checking a Deletebox and clickingthe Deletebutton.

DHCP Clients Table


Status > Wireless

The Status > Wireless screen displays the status of yourwireless network.

Status > Wireless

WirelessMAC Address This is the Routers MAC Address, as seenon your local, wireless network.

Mode As selected from the Wireless > Basic WirelessSettingsscreen, this displays the wireless mode (Mixed, G-Only, or Disabled) used by the network.

SSID As entered on the Wireless > Basic Wireless Settingsscreen, this displays the wireless network name or SSID.

DHCP Server The status of the DHCP server function isdisplayed here.

Channel As entered on the Wireless > Basic WirelessSettings screen, this displays the channel on which yourwireless network is broadcasting.

Encryption Function As selected on the Wireless >Wireless Security screen, this displays the status of theRouters wireless security.



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Appendix A Troubleshooting


Appendix A:Troubleshooting

Your computer cannot connect to the Internet.

Follow these instructions until your computer can connectto the Internet:

Make sure that the Router is powered on. The PowerLED should be green and not flashing.

If the Power LED is flashing, then power off all ofyour network devices, including the modem, Router,and computers. Then power on each device in thefollowing order:

Cable or DSL modem

Router

ComputerCheck the cable connections. The computer shouldbe connected to one of the ports numbered 1-4 onthe Router, and the modem must be connected to theInternet port on the Router.

The modem does not have an Ethernet port.

The modem is a dial-up modem for traditional dial-upservice. To use the Router, you need a cable/DSL modemand high-speed Internet connection.

You cannot use the DSL service to connect manually to

the Internet.

After you have installed the Router, it will automaticallyconnect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP), so you nolonger need to connect manually.

The DSL telephone line does not fit into the Routers

Internet port.

The Router does not replace your modem. You still needyour DSL modem in order to use the Router. Connectthe telephone line to the DSL modem, insert the setupCD into your computer, and then follow the on-screeninstructions.

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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 similarfor other browsers):

Select Tools> Internet Options.

Click the Connectionstab.

Select Never dial a connection.

Click OK.

The Router does not have a coaxial port for the cable

connection.

The Router does not replace your modem. You still needyour cable modem in order to use the Router. Connect yourcable connection to the cable modem, insert the setup

CD into your computer, and then follow the on-screeninstructions.

The computer cannot connect wirelessly to the network.

Make sure the wireless network name or SSID is the sameon both the computer and the Router. If you have enabledwireless security, then make sure the same securitymethod and key are used by both the computer and theRouter.

You need to modify the settings on the Router.

Open the web browser (for example, Internet Explorer or

Firefox), and enter the Routers IP address in the addressfield (the default IP address is 192.168.1.1). Whenprompted, leave the User namefield blank and enter thepassword to the Router (the default is admin). Click theappropriate tab to change the settings.

WEB:If your questions are not addressed here,refer to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com.

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Appendix B Specifications


Appendix B:Specifications

Model WRT54G2

Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u,IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b

Ports Internet: One 10/100 RJ-45 Port

Button Reset

LEDs Power, WLAN, LAN (1-4),Internet, Wifi Protected Setup(WPS)

Cabling Type CAT5

# of Antennas 2 Internal Antennas

RF Power Output 18 dBm

UPnP able/cert Able

Security Features Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)Firewall, Internet Policy

Wireless Security Wi-Fi Protected Access2 (WPA2),WEP, Wireless MAC Filtering

Environmental

Dimensions 7.99" x 1.38" x 6.30"(203 x 35 x 160 mm)

Weight 9.88 oz (280 g)

Power External, 12V DC, 0.5A

Certifications FCC, CE, IC-UL Wi-Fi (802.11b,802.11g), WPA2, WMM

Operating Temp. 32 to 104F (0 to 40C)

Storage Temp. -4 to 140F (-20 to 60C)

Operating Humidity 10 to 85%, Noncondensing

Storage Humidity 5 to 90%, Noncondensing


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Appendix C Warranty and Regulatory Information


Appendix C:Warranty and RegulatoryInformation

Limited Warranty

Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year(the "Warranty Period"), your Linksys Product will besubstantially free of defects in materials and workmanshipunder normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksysentire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys atits option to repair or replace the Product or refund Yourpurchase price less any rebates. This limited warrantyextends only to the original purchaser.

If the Product proves defective during the WarrantyPeriod call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain

a Return Authorization Number, if applicable. BE SURETO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE ON HAND WHENCALLING. If You are requested to return the Product, markthe Return Authorization Number clearly on the outsideof the package and include a copy of your original proofof purchase. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSEDWITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. You are responsiblefor shipping defective Products to Linksys. Linksys paysfor UPS Ground shipping from Linksys back to You only.Customers located outside of the United States of Americaand Canada are responsible for all shipping and handlingcharges.

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OFTHE WARRANTY PERIOD. ALL OTHER EXPRESS ORIMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS ANDWARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OFNON-INFRINGEMENT, ARE DISCLAIMED. Some jurisdictionsdo not allow limitations on how long an implied warrantylasts, so the above limitation may not apply to You. Thiswarranty gives You specific legal rights, and You may alsohave other rights which vary by jurisdiction.

This warranty does not apply if the Product (a) has been

altered, except by Linksys, (b) has not been installed,operated, repaired, or maintained in accordance withinstructions supplied by Linksys, or (c) has been subjectedto abnormal physical or electrical stress, misuse,negligence, or accident. In addition, due to the continualdevelopment of new techniques for intruding upon andattacking networks, Linksys does not warrant that theProduct will be free of vulnerability to intrusion or attack.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENTWILL LINKSYS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST DATA, REVENUEOR PROFIT, OR FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL,INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THETHEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ARISINGOUT OF OR RELATED TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO

USE THE PRODUCT (INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE), EVENIF LINKSYS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OFSUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL LINKSYS LIABILITYEXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT.The foregoing limitations will apply even if any warranty orremedy provided under this Agreement fails of its essentialpurpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion orlimitation of incidental or consequential damages, so theabove limitation or exclusion may not apply to You.

Please direct all inquiries to: Linksys, P.O. Box 18558, Irvine,CA 92623.


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User Information for Consumer Products

Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on

Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment

(WEEE)

This document contains important information for userswith regards to the proper disposal and recycling ofLinksys products. Consumers are required to comply withthis notice for all electronic products bearing the followingsymbol:

English - Environmental Information for Customers inthe European Union

European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipmentbearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging mustnot be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbolindicates that this product should be disposed of separatelyfrom regular household waste streams. It is your responsibility todispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment viadesignated collection facilities appointed by the government orlocal authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help preventpotential negative consequences to the environment andhuman health. For more detailed information about the disposal

of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities,waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased theproduct.

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Cetina (Czech) - Informace o ochran ivotnhoprosted pro zkaznky v zemch Evropsk unie

Evropsk smrnice 2002/96/ES zakazuje, aby zazen oznaentmto symbolem na produktu anebo na obalu bylo likvidovnos netdnm komunlnm odpadem. Tento symbol udv,e dan produkt mus bt likvidovn oddlen od bnhokomunlnho odpadu. Odpovdte za likvidaci tohoto produktu

a dalch elektrickch a elektronickch zazen prostednictvmurench sbrnch mst stanovench vldou nebo mstnmiady. Sprvn likvidace a recyklace pomh pedchzetpotencilnm negativnm dopadm na ivotn prosted a lidskzdrav. Podrobnj informace o likvidaci starho vybaven silaskav vydejte od mstnch ad, podniku zabvajcho selikvidac komunlnch odpad nebo obchodu, kde jste produktzakoupili.

Dansk (Danish) - Miljinformation for kunder i EU

EU-direktiv 2002/96/EF krver, at udstyr der brer dette symbolp produktet og/eller emballagen ikke m bortskaffes som

usorteret kommunalt affald. Symbolet betyder, at dette produkt

skal bortskaffes adskilt fra det almindelige husholdningsaffald.Det er dit ansvar at bortskaffe dette og andet elektrisk ogelektronisk udstyr via bestemte indsamlingssteder udpegetaf staten eller de lokale myndigheder. Korrekt bortskaffelseog genvinding vil hjlpe med til at undg mulige skader formiljet og menneskers sundhed. Kontakt venligst de lokalemyndigheder, renovationstjenesten eller den butik, hvor duhar kbt produktet, angende mere detaljeret information ombortskaffelse af dit gamle udstyr.

Deutsch (German) - Umweltinformation fr Kundeninnerhalb der Europischen Union

Die Europische Richtlinie 2002/96/EC verlangt, dass technische

Ausrstung, die direkt am Gert und/oder an der Verpackung mitdiesem Symbol versehen ist , nicht zusammen mit unsortiertemGemeindeabfall entsorgt werden darf. Das Symbol weist daraufhin, dass das Produkt von regulrem Haushaltmll getrenntentsorgt werden sollte. Es liegt in Ihrer Verantwortung, diesesGert und andere elektrische und elektronische Gerte berdie dafr zustndigen und von der Regierung oder rtlichenBehrden dazu bestimmten Sammelstellen zu entsorgen.Ordnungsgemes Entsorgen und Recyceln trgt dazu bei,potentielle negative Folgen fr Umwelt und die menschlicheGesundheit zu vermeiden. Wenn Sie weitere Informationen zurEntsorgung Ihrer Altgerte bentigen, wenden Sie sich bitte andie rtlichen Behrden oder stdtischen Entsorgungsdiensteoder an den Hndler, bei dem Sie das Produkt erworben haben.


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Eesti (Estonian) - Keskkonnaalane informatsioonEuroopa Liidus asuvatele klientidele

Euroopa Liidu direktiivi 2002/96/E nuete kohaselt onseadmeid, millel on tootel vi pakendil kesolev smbol ,keelatud krvaldada koos sorteerimata olmejtmetega. Seesmbol nitab, et toode tuleks krvaldada eraldi tavalistestolmejtmevoogudest. Olete kohustatud krvaldama kesoleva

ja ka muud elektri- ja elektroonikaseadmed riigi vi kohalikeametiasutuste poolt ette nhtud kogumispunktide kaudu.Seadmete korrektne krvaldamine ja ringlussevtt aitab vltidavimalikke negatiivseid tagajrgi keskkonnale ning inimestetervisele. Vanade seadmete krvaldamise kohta tpsemainformatsiooni saamiseks vtke palun hendust kohalikeametiasutustega, jtmekitlusfirmaga vi kauplusega, kust tetoote ostsite.

Espaol (Spanish) - Informacin medioambiental paraclientes de la Unin Europea

La Directiva 2002/96/CE de la UE exige que los equipos quelleven este smbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje

no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos noseleccionados. El smbolo indica que el producto en cuestindebe separarse de los residuos domsticos convencionales convistas a su eliminacin. Es responsabilidad suya desechar este ycualesquiera otros aparatos elctricos y electrnicos a travs delos puntos de recogida que ponen a su disposicin el gobierno ylas autoridades locales. Al desechar y reciclar correctamente estosaparatos estar contribuyendo a evitar posibles consecuenciasnegativas para el medio ambiente y la salud de las personas. Sidesea obtener informacin ms detallada sobre la eliminacinsegura de su aparato usado, consulte a las autoridades locales,al servicio de recogida y eliminacin de residuos de su zona opregunte en la tienda donde adquiri el producto.

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Franais (French) - Informations environnementalespour les clients de lUnion europenne

La directive europenne 2002/96/CE exige que lquipementsur lequel est appos ce symbole sur le produit et/ou sonemballage ne soit pas jet avec les autres ordures mnagres. Cesymbole indique que le produit doit tre limin dans un circuitdistinct de celui pour les dchets des mnages. Il est de votre

responsabilit de jeter ce matriel ainsi que tout autre matriellectrique ou lectronique par les moyens de collecte indiquspar le gouvernement et les pouvoirs publics des collectivitsterritoriales. Llimination et le recyclage en bonne et due formeont pour but de lutter contre limpact nfaste potentiel de cetype de produits sur lenvironnement et la sant publique. Pourplus dinformations sur le mode dlimination de votre ancienquipement, veuillez prendre contact avec les pouvoirs publicslocaux, le service de traitement des dchets, ou lendroit o vousavez achet le produit.

Italiano (Italian) - Informazioni relative allambienteper i clienti residenti nellUnione Europea

La direttiva europea 2002/96/EC richiede che le apparecchiaturecontrassegnate con questo simbolo sul prodotto e/osullimballaggio non siano smaltite insieme ai rifiuti urbaninon differenziati. Il simbolo indica che questo prodotto nondeve essere smaltito insieme ai normali rifiuti domestici. responsabilit del proprietario smaltire sia questi prodotti siale altre apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche mediantele specifiche strutture di raccolta indicate dal governo o daglienti pubblici locali. Il corretto smaltimento ed il riciclaggioaiuteranno a prevenire conseguenze potenzialmente negativeper lambiente e per la salute dellessere umano. Per ricevereinformazioni pi dettagliate circa lo smaltimento delle vecchieapparecchiature in Vostro possesso, Vi invitiamo a contattare glienti pubblici di competenza, il servizio di smaltimento rifiuti o il

negozio nel quale avete acquistato il prodotto.

Latvieu valoda (Latvian) - Ekoloiska informcijaklientiem Eiropas Savienbas jurisdikcij

Direktv 2002/96/EK ir prasba, ka aprkojumu, kam pievienotazme uz paa izstrdjuma vai uz t iesaiojuma, nedrkstizmest neirot veid kop ar komunlajiem atkritumiem(tiem, ko rada vietji iedzvotji un uzmumi). zme nozmto, ka ierce ir jizmet atkritumos t, lai t nenonktu kop arparastiem mjsaimniecbas atkritumiem. Jsu pienkums ir oun citas elektriskas un elektroniskas ierces izmest atkritumos,izmantojot paus atkritumu savkanas veidus un ldzekus, konodroina valsts un pavaldbu iestdes. Ja izmeana atkritumos

un prstrde tiek veikta pareizi, tad mazins iespjamaiskaitjums dabai un cilvku veselbai. Skkas zias parnovecojua aprkojuma izmeanu atkritumos js varat saemtvietj pavaldb, atkritumu savkanas dienest, k ar veikal,kur iegdjties o izstrdjumu.


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Lietuvkai (Lithuanian) - Aplinkosaugos informacija,skirta Europos Sjungos vartotojams

Europos direktyva 2002/96/EC numato, kad rangos, kuri irkurios pakuot yra paymta iuo simboliu (veskite simbol),negalima alinti kartu su neriuotomis komunalinmisatliekomis. is simbolis rodo, kad gamin reikia alinti atskirainuo bendro buitini atliek srauto. Js privalote utikrinti, kad

i ir kita elektros ar elektronin ranga bt alinama per tamtikras nacionalins ar vietins valdios nustatytas atliek rinkimosistemas. Tinkamai alinant ir perdirbant atliekas, bus ivengtagalimos alos aplinkai ir moni sveikatai. Daugiau informacijosapie js senos rangos alinim gali pateikti vietins valdiosinstitucijos, atliek alinimo tarnybos arba parduotuvs, kuriosesigijote t gamin.

Malti (Maltese) - Informazzjoni Ambjentali gal Klijentifl-Unjoni Ewropea

Id-Direttiva Ewropea 2002/96/KE titlob li t-tagmir li jkun fih is-simbolu fuq il-prodott u/jew fuq l-ippakkjar ma jistax jintremama skart muniipali li ma iex isseparat. Is-simbolu jindika

li dan il-prodott gandu jintrema separatament minn ma l-iskart domestiku regolari. Hija responsabbilt tiegek li tarmidan it-tagmir u kull tagmir ieor ta l-elettriku u elettronikupermezz ta failitajiet ta bir appuntati apposta mill-gvern jewmill-awtoritajiet lokali. Ir-rimi bmod korrett u r-riikla jginjipprevjeni konsegwenzi negattivi potenzjali gall-ambjent ugas-saa tal-bniedem. Gal aktar informazzjoni dettaljatadwar ir-rimi tat-tagmir antik tiegek, jekk jogbok ikkuntattjalill-awtoritajiet lokali tiegek, is-servizzi gar-rimi ta l-iskart, jewil-anut minn fejn xtrajt il-prodott.

Magyar (Hungarian) - Krnyezetvdelmi informci azeurpai unis vsrlk szmra

A 2002/96/EC szm eurpai unis irnyelv megkvnja, hogyazokat

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