Linksys E1000-RM manual Local Access versus Guest Access, Main Menu Computers and Devices

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The main menu offers four options: Computers and devices, Parental controls, Guest access, and Router settings..

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Local Access versus Guest Access

You can connect computers or devices to your Router by giving them local access (Computers and devices option)or guest access (Guest access option)..

Computers and devices with local access will have access to the Internet and to other devices on your local network, including shared computers and printers that are connected to the Router.. Local access can be given to a wired or wireless device.. Refer to Computers and Other Devices, page 6 for more information..

Guest access allows you to provide guests visiting your home with Internet access..Your guests will not have access to your other computers or personal data.. Provide your guest with the guest network name and password.. Guest computers must connect to your network using a wireless network connection.. Refer to Main Menu – Guest Access, page 5 and Guest Access, page 10 for more information..

The following diagram shows a typical example of how local access and guest access are used in the same home..

Guest Access versus Local Access Diagram

Internet

Printer

Family Notebook

 

Modem

Router

Guest Notebook

Guest Access (Internet Access Only)

Local Access

Chapter 2: Cisco Connect

Main Menu – Computers and Devices

Use this option to connect another computer or device to the Router..

There is x device(s) connected to your router  The number of devices connected to the Router is displayed..

Add device  To connect another computer or device to the Router, click Add device and go to Computers and Other Devices, page 6..

Main Menu – Parental Controls

Parental controls restrict Internet access for up to five computers.. For the computers you select, you can block or limit Internet access to specific times.. You can also block specific websites..

Parental controls restrictions are being applied to x device(s)  The number of devices with parental controls restrictions is displayed..

Change  To enable parental controls or change settings, click Change and go to Parental Controls, page 8..

Main Menu – Guest Access

Guest access provides Internet access only; it does not provide access to the local network and its resources.. For example, the guest computer cannot print to a printer on the local network or copy files to a computer on the local network..

Guest access helps minimize exposure of your local network.. To grant Internet access to friends or family, provide the guest network name and password displayed on this screen..

Guests can connect to x-guest using the password xyz  When a guest wants Internet access in your home, have the guest do the following:

1.Connect to the wireless guest network, which is the name of your wireless network followed by -guest..

2.Open a web browser..

3.On the login screen, enter the password of your guest network.. Then click Login..

Change  To disable guest access or change settings, click Change and go to Guest Access, page 10..

Main Menu – Router Settings

Use this option to personalize the Router’s settings.. Router name is x  The name of the Router is displayed..

Change  To change settings, click Change and go to Router Settings, page 10..

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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 DevicesComputer Connect with the Easy Setup KeyComputers and Other Devices 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 appearsEnter the new name.. Then click Rename Restrict Internet Access ListSet Up Parental Controls 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 ReservedTZO..com Setup MAC Address CloneMAC Address Clone 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 FiltersSummary Access Restrictions Internet AccessInternet Access Policy 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 OK Appendix a TroubleshootingClick the Connections tab Security Key Bits Up to 128-Bit Encryption Appendix B Specifications17..5 dBm 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 Original SSLeay License Schedule 2-COpenSSL License END of Schedule 2-C 10012110NC-JL
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