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Chapter 1: Product Overview

Thank you for choosing the Linksys E1000 Wireless-N Router.. The Router lets you access the Internet via a wireless connection or through one of its four switched ports.. You can also use the Router to share resources such as computers, printers and files..

A variety of security features help to protect your data and your privacy while you are online.. Security features include Wi‑Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security, which encrypts data on your wireless network; a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall to help block unauthorized access to your Router; and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology, which enhances network protection by allowing your computers to share Internet access through a single, public Internet IP address.. (IP stands for Internet Protocol..)

Setup and use of the Router is easy using Cisco Connect, the software that is installed when you run the included CD.. Advanced configuration of the Router is available through the provided browser‑based utility..

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1, 2, 3, 4  (Blue)  These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s back panel, serve two purposes.. The LED is continuously lit when the Router is connected to a device through that port.. It flashes to indicate network activity over that port..

Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button  If you have client devices, such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button to automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network..

To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, refer to Wi-Fi Protected Setup, page 20..

Wireless  (Blue)  The Wireless LED lights up when the wireless feature is enabled.. It flashes when the Router sends or receives data over the wireless network..

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Internet  (Blue)  The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection made through the Internet port.. It flashes to indicate network activity over the Internet port..

Power  (Blue)  The Power LED lights up when the Router is powered on.. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, the LED flashes.. When the diagnostic is complete, the LED is continuously lit..

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Internet  Using an Ethernet cable (also called a network or Internet cable), the Internet port connects the Router to your Internet connection, which is typically a cable or Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) modem..

4, 3, 2, 1  Using Ethernet cables, these Ethernet ports (4, 3, 2, 1) connect the Router to computers and other Ethernet network devices on your wired network..

Reset  The Reset button is located on the right side of the product label.. There are two ways to resettheRoutertoitsfactorydefaults..Eitherpress and hold the Reset Button for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the Router’s browser-based utility (refer to Administration > Factory Defaults, page 34)..

Power  The Power port connects to the included power adapter..

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The Router has four rubber feet on its bottom panel.. Place the Router on a level surface near an electrical outlet..

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Contents User Guide Contents Safety Notices Avis d’Industrie Canada Wireless DisclaimerAppendix E Software End User License Agreement Cisco Products Software LicensesHorizontal Placement Power The Power port connects to the included power adapterProduct Overview TopWall-Mounting Placement Suggested Mounting HardwareInstallation To install the Router Insert the CD into your CD-ROM driveCisco Connect Double-click your CD-ROM drivePlug the power adapter into an electrical outlet Installation is complete.. Click OKWhen Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appears Main MenuLocal Access versus Guest Access Main Menu Guest AccessMain Menu Router Settings Main Menu Computers and DevicesComputers and Other Devices Connect with the Easy Setup KeyComputer Wireless Printer Create or Update the Easy Setup KeyPlease wait while settings are copied to the Easy Setup Key Connect ManuallyFirst-Time Access of Parental Controls Parental ControlsParental controls screen appears Parental controls main screen appearsSet Up Parental Controls Restrict Internet Access ListEnter the new name.. Then click Rename Guest Access Router SettingsChange Parental Controls Password Router settings screen appearsEasy Setup Key Change Router Name or PasswordClick Close to return to the Router settings screen Other OptionsHow to Exit Cisco Connect How to Access Cisco ConnectAdvanced Settings WindowsAdvanced Configuration How to Access the Browser-Based UtilitySetup Basic Setup Internet SetupAutomatic Configuration Dhcp Static IPPPPoE MinutesL2TP Telstra CableNetwork Setup Optional SettingsDhcp Server Settings Router IPSetup Ddns Time SettingsDdns Service Clients Already ReservedMAC Address Clone Setup MAC Address CloneTZO..com Setup Advanced Routing Wireless Basic Wireless SettingsAdvanced Routing Dynamic Routing RIPManual Setup Wi-Fi Protected SetupWireless Wireless Security Security ModePersonal Options Office OptionWPA Personal WEPWireless Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC FilterAccess Restriction Wireless Client ListWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessSecurity Firewall Security VPN PassthroughFirewall Web FiltersInternet Access Policy Access Restrictions Internet AccessSummary Applications and Gaming Single Port Forwarding Single Port ForwardingApplications and Gaming Port Range Forwarding Applications & Gaming Port Range TriggeringPort Range Forwarding Port Range TriggeringQoS Quality of Service WirelessApplications and Gaming DMZ Applications and Gaming QoSInternet Access Priority CategoryApplications Online GamesSummary Add a New GameMAC Address Voice DeviceAdministration Management ManagementAdministration Log Administration DiagnosticsDiagnostics LogAdministration Factory Defaults Administration Firmware UpgradeFactory Defaults Traceroute TestStatus Router Status Local NetworkStatus Wireless Network Wireless NetworkClick the Connections tab Appendix a TroubleshootingClick OK 17..5 dBm Appendix B SpecificationsSecurity Key Bits Up to 128-Bit Encryption Appendix C Warranty Information A, Canada, Asia Pacific, Australia, New ZealandObtaining Warranty Service Appendix D Regulatory Information Wireless Disclaimer Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans filAppendix E Software End User License Agreement Cisco ProductsSoftware Licenses Schedule Cisco Software License AgreementLinksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement Linksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement Linksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement Schedule Open Source and Third Party Licenses Schedule 2-APreamble Version 2, JuneLinksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement No Warranty Schedule 2-B Version 2..1, FebruaryLinksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement Linksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement Linksys E1000 Appendix E Software End User License Agreement END of Terms and Conditions END of Schedule 2-B OpenSSL License Schedule 2-COriginal SSLeay License END of Schedule 2-C 10012110NC-JL
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