Linksys WRT150N manual Administration Tab Management, Router Access, Web Access, Remote Access

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Wireless-N Home Router

The Administration Tab - Management

When you click the Administration tab, you will see the Management screen. This screen allows you to change the Router’s access settings and configure the UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) features. You can also back up and restore the Router’s configuration file.

Management

Router Access

To ensure the Router’s security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Router’s Web-based Utility. The default password is admin.

Router Password.

Router Password and Re-enter to Confirm. It is recommended that you change the default password to one of your choice. Enter a new Router password and then enter it again in the Re-enter to Confirm field.

Web Access

Web Utility Access. HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secured Socket Layer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security. Select HTTP or HTTPS.

Web Utility Access via Wireless. If you are using the Router in a public domain where you are giving wireless access to your guests, you can disable wireless access to the Router’s Web-based Utility. You will only be able to access the Utility via a wired connection if you disable the setting. Select Enabled to allow wireless access to the Utility, or select Disabled to block wireless access to the Utility.

Remote Access

Remote Management. To permit remote access of the Router, from outside the local network, select Enabled. Otherwise, keep the default setting, Disabled.

Web Utility Access. HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. HTTPS uses SSL (Secured Socket Layer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security. Select HTTP or HTTPS.

Remote Upgrade. If you want to be able to upgrade the Router remotely, from outside the local network, select Enabled. (You must have the Remote Management feature enabled as well.) Otherwise, keep the default setting, Disabled.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Home Router

Figure 5-40: Administration Tab - Management

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The Administration Tab - Management

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Contents GHz Wireless- N Copyright and Trademarks How to Use This User GuideWord definition Table of Contents Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows HelpRouter’s Back Panel Router’s Front Panel26 Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access Policy Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-N Home Router Ssid service set identifier your wireless network’s name Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network TopologyPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-N Home Router Back PanelFront Panel Top PanelConnecting the Wireless-N Home Router Hardware InstallationWireless Configuring the Wireless-N Home RouterSetup OverviewSecurity Access RestrictionsAdministration Applications & GamingInternet Setup How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Basic Setup StatusStatic IP PPPoEPptp Telstra CableOptional Settings Packet a unit of data sent over a networkDhcp Server Setting Network SetupRouter IP Time Setting Dhcp ReservationDdns Service Setup Tab DdnsDynDNS.org 10 Setup Tab Ddns TZO.com TZO.comSetup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC Address CloneDynamic Routing Setup Tab Advanced RoutingAdvanced Routing Static Routing13 Routing Table Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Basic Wireless SettingsPSK-Personal Wireless Tab Wireless SecurityWireless Security PSK2-PersonalPSK-Enterprise PSK2-EnterpriseRadius Access Restrictions Wireless Tab Wireless MAC FilterWireless MAC Filter MAC Address Filter ListWireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessWireless-N Home Router Web Filter Security Tab FirewallInternet Filter FirewallSecurity Tab VPN Passthrough VPN PassthroughInternet Access Policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access PolicyTo create a policy 28 List of PCs Applications & Gaming Tab Single Port Forwarding Single Port ForwardingApplications & Gaming Tab Port Range Forwarding Port Range ForwardingApplications & Gaming Tab Port Range Triggering Port Range TriggeringApplications & Gaming Tab DMZ DMZ Internet Access Priority QoS Quality of Service Wireless Applications and Gaming Tab QoS35 QoS Applications Add a New Application Summary 39 QoS Voice DeviceWeb Access Administration Tab ManagementRouter Access Remote AccessBackup and Restore UPnPAdministration Tab Log LogAdministration Tab Diagnostics 43 Administration Tab DiagnosticsAdministration Tab Factory Defaults Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Firmware Upgrade Upgrade FirmwareRouter Information Status Tab RouterInternet Connection Status Tab Local Network Local NetworkStatus Tab Wireless 51 Status Tab WirelessCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-N Home Router Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me Protocol To IP Address Enabled Application NameApplication Name Start and End Port Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to workWireless-N Home Router Firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultsNeed to upgrade the firmware My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED keeps flashing Is IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Router installed on the network? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? What is DMZ Hosting?What are the advanced features of the Router? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is ISM band? What is infrastructure mode?What is roaming? What is Spread Spectrum?How do I reset the Router? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is a MAC Address? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-N Home Router Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Figure E-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98SE or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based UtilityAppendix F Glossary Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Model Appendix G SpecificationsLEDs Operating Humidity Operating TempStorage Temp Storage HumidityAppendix H Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix I Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-N Home Router Wireless-G Home Router Need to contact Linksys? Appendix J Contact InformationInformation section in this Guide