Linksys WAG300N manual To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory default

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For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher:

1.Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Internet Options.

2.Click the Connections tab.

3.Click the LAN settings button and remove anything that is checked.

4.Click the OK button to go back to the previous screen.

5.Click the option Never dial a connection. This will remove any dial-up pop-ups for PPPoE users.

For Netscape 6 or higher:

1.Start Netscape Navigator, and click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxies.

2.Make sure you have Direct connection to the Internet selected on this screen.

3.Close all the windows to finish.

11.To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory default.

Hold the Reset button for 10 seconds and then release it. This will return the Internet settings, password, forwarding, and other settings on the Gateway to the factory default settings. In other words, the Gateway will revert to its original factory configuration.

12.I need to upgrade the firmware.

In order to upgrade the firmware with the latest features, you need to go to the Linksys international website and download the latest firmware at www.linksys.com/international.

Follow these steps:

1.Go to the Linksys international website at http://www.linksys.com and select your region or country.

2.Click the Products tab and select the Gateway.

3.On the Gateway’s webpage, click Firmware, and then download the latest firmware for the Gateway.

4.To upgrade the firmware, follow the steps in the Administration section found in “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway.”

13.The firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing.

The upgrade could have failed for a number of reasons. Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware and/or make the Power LED stop flashing:

If the firmware upgrade failed, use the TFTP program (it was downloaded along with the firmware). Open the pdf that was downloaded along with the firmware and TFTP program, and follow the pdf’s instructions.

Set a static IP address on the computer; refer to “Problem #1, I need to set a static IP address.” Use the following IP address settings for the computer you are using:

IP Address: 192.168.1.50

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Gateway: 192.168.1.1

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Common Problems and Solutions

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Contents GHz Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Network25 Internet Access Policy Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway IP Addresses Planning Your NetworkGateway’s Functions What’s an IP Address?Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers Dynamic IP AddressesGettingtoKnowtheWireless-NADSL2+Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side PanelWireless LEDs on Side PanelOverview Connecting the Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayWired Connection to a Computer Wireless Connection to a Computer Connect the PowerWireless Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewaySetup Security Access RestrictionsAdministration Applications & GamingBasic Setup Tab How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Internet SetupRFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP Static IPRFC 1483 Routed IPoARFC 2516 PPPoE RFC 2364 PPPoANetwork Setup Bridge Mode OnlyOptional Settings required by some ISPs Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Setup Tab TZO.com Ddns TabDynDNS.org Advanced Routing Tab Advanced Routing12 Routing Table Wireless Network Wireless TabBasic Wireless Settings Tab WPA2-Personal Wireless Security TabWPA-Personal WPA-Enterprise WPA2-EnterpriseRadius WEP Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterAdvanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessConfiguring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless Tab Firewall Security TabFirewall Tab VPN Passthrough Tab VPN PassthroughInternet Access Policy Access Restrictions TabInternet Access Policy Tab 27 List of PCs Single Port Forwarding Applications and Gaming TabSingle Port Range Forwarding Tab Port Range Forwarding Tab Port Range ForwardingPort Triggering Tab Port Range TriggeringDMZ Tab DMZQoS Quality of Service QoS Tab33 QoS Online Game Summary RemoveManagement Tab Administration TabGateway Access UPnP WlanEmail Alerts Reporting TabReporting Diagnostics Tab Ping TestRestore Configuration Backup & Restore TabBackup Configuration Factory Defaults Factory Defaults TabFirmware Upgrade Tab Firmware UpgradeGateway Information Status TabGateway Tab Internet ConnectionLocal Network Tab Local Network52 Wireless PVC Connection DSL Connection TabDSL Status Need to set a static IP address on a computer Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Want to test my Internet connection Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enable TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory defaultNeed to upgrade the firmware My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Power LED flashes continuouslyIs IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Gateway installed on the network? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk? Does the Gateway support ICQ send file?What is DMZ Hosting? Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible? What are the advanced features of the Gateway?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?What is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What Ieee 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported? What is infrastructure mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP?Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network How do I reset the Gateway?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Figure C-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure C-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressFigure D-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix D Upgrading FirmwareAppendix E Glossary Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix F Specifications Access restriction by MAC and IP addresses ToD filter Blocks Access by TimeSsid Broadcast Disable VPN Passthrough for IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP ProtocolsAppendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementDual-Band Wireless Access Point Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Applicable Power Levels in France Location Frequency Range MHz Power EirpOpen the Wireless Network Connection window Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix I Contact Information Europe Mail AddressOutside of Europe Mail Address