Linksys E3000 manual Security Firewall, Security VPN Passthrough, Web Filters

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Security > Firewall

The Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the Router’s local network..

Security > Firewall

Firewall

SPI Firewall Protection  To use firewall protection, keep the default selection, Enabled.. To turn off firewall protection, select Disabled..

Internet Filters

Filter Anonymous Internet Requests  This feature makes it more difficult for outside users to work their way into your network.. This option is enabled by default.. Disable it to allow anonymous Internet requests..

Filter Multicast  Multicasting allows for multiple transmissions to specific recipients at the same time.. If multicasting is permitted, then the Router will allow IP multicast packets to be forwarded to the appropriate computers.. Select this option to enable the filter..

Filter Internet NAT Redirection  This feature is used to prevent a local computer from using a URL or Internet address to access the local server.. Select this option to enable the filter..

Filter IDENT (Port 113)  This feature keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices outside of your local network.. Select this option to enable the filter..

Web Filters

Proxy  Use of WAN proxy servers may compromise the Gateway’s security.. Denying Proxy will disable access to any WAN proxy servers.. Select this option to enable proxy filtering.. Deselect the feature to allow proxy access..

Java  Java is a programming language for websites.. If you deny Java, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language.. Select this option to enable Java filtering.. Deselect the feature to allow Java usage..

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration

ActiveX  ActiveX is a programming language for websites.. If you deny ActiveX, you run the risk of not having access to Internet sites created using this programming language.. Select this option to enable ActiveX filtering.. Deselect the feature to allow ActiveX usage..

Cookies  A cookie is data stored on your computer and used by Internet sites when you interact with them.. Select this option to filter cookies.. Deselect the feature to allow cookie usage..

Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes..

Security > VPN Passthrough

The VPN Passthrough screen allows you to enable VPN tunnels using IPSec, L2TP, or PPTP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall..

Security > VPN Passthrough

VPN Passthrough

IPSec Passthrough  Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer.. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled..

L2TP Passthrough  Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol is the method used to enable Point-to-Point sessions via the Internet on the Layer 2 level.. To allow L2TP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled..

PPTP Passthrough  Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network.. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled..

Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes..

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Contents User Guide Contents Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Appendix C Specifications Appendix D Warranty InformationAppendix E Regulatory Information Back Product OverviewTop Wall-Mounting Placement Horizontal PlacementCisco Connect InstallationMain Menu Main Menu Guest Access Local Access versus Guest AccessMain Menu Router Settings Main Menu Computers and DevicesComputer Connect with the Easy Setup KeyComputers and Other Devices Connect Manually Wireless PrinterCreate or Update the Easy Setup Key Parental Controls First-Time Access of Parental ControlsSet Up Parental Controls Restrict Internet Access ListRouter Settings Guest AccessChange Parental Controls Password PersonalizeChange Router Name or Password Easy Setup KeyOther Options Router DetailsHow to Access Cisco Connect How to Exit Cisco ConnectAdvanced Settings WindowsHow to Access the Browser-Based Utility Advanced ConfigurationSetup Basic Setup Internet SetupPPPoE Automatic Configuration DhcpStatic IP Telstra Cable Optional SettingsDhcp Server Settings Network SetupRouter Address Dhcp ReservationTime Settings Setup DdnsDdns Service DynDNS..orgSetup Advanced Routing Setup MAC Address CloneMAC Address Clone Advanced RoutingGHz or 2.4 GHz Wireless Security, Wireless Basic Wireless SettingsSimultaneous Networks Static RoutingGHz Wireless Settings Wireless Configuration ManualWi-Fi Protected Setup GHz or 2..4 GHz Wireless Security Wireless Wireless SecuritySecurity Mode Personal OptionsWEP WPA PersonalWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless Wireless MAC FilterWireless MAC Filter GHz and 2..4 GHz Advanced WirelessLinksys E3000 Security VPN Passthrough Security FirewallFirewall Web FiltersCreate Share Shared Folder Storage DiskDisk Management Shared Folder Edit AccessShared Folder Storage Media Server SetupFormat Disk DatabaseStorage FTP Server AccessAdd a Media Folder Media FolderInformation Storage AdministrationCreate or Edit an FTP Folder CreateGroup Management User ManagementCreate or Edit a User Account Create or Edit a Group AccountSummary Internet Access PolicySingle Port Forwarding Applications and Gaming Single Port ForwardingApplications and Gaming Port Range Forwarding Applications and Gaming DMZ Applications & Gaming Port Range TriggeringPort Range Forwarding Port Range TriggeringQoS Applications and Gaming QoSAdd a New Game Online GamesMAC Address Voice DeviceSummary Administration ManagementRouter Password Administration Diagnostics Administration LogDiagnostics LogAdministration Firmware Upgrade Administration Factory DefaultsFactory Defaults Firmware UpgradeStatus Local Network Status Router5GHz/2..4GHz Wireless Network Status Wireless NetworkClick Advanced Settings Appendix a TroubleshootingSelect Tools Internet Options Select Never dial a connectionSelect UPnP Framework Click Save SettingsGo to Start Control Panel Firewall Install the USB Storage Device Appendix B How to Install and Access USB StorageAccess the USB Storage Device OverviewWindows Explorer Map a DriveWindows Vista Access Mapped DriveOn your desktop, double-click the Network icon Windows XP On your desktop, double-click the My Computer icon Map Network Drive Mac OS Go to Finder Preferences Check Connected Servers Display Shared Folder on the DesktopClick Connect As Select Login Items Add to Startup Login ItemsCreate a Shared Folder Advanced Configuration Advanced Users OnlyAccess the Browser-Based Utility Create a User Account Create a User Group AccountEnvironmental Appendix C SpecificationsExclusions and Limitations Appendix D Warranty InformationLimited Warranty Technical Support Obtaining Warranty ServiceAppendix E Regulatory Information Safety Notices Industry Canada StatementFCC Statement FCC Radiation Exposure StatementRestrictions dans la bande 5 GHz Wireless DisclaimerAvis d’Industrie Canada Linksys E3000 Cisco Products Appendix F Software End User License AgreementSoftware Licenses Schedule Cisco Software License AgreementLinksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Linksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Linksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Preamble Schedule Open Source and Third Party LicensesSchedule 2-A Linksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement No Warranty GNU Lesser General Public License Schedule 2-BLinksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Linksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Linksys E3000 Appendix F Software End User License Agreement END of Terms and Conditions END of Schedule 2-B Openssl License Schedule 2-CEND of Schedule 2-C 10012110NC-RR