Linksys E2100L Advanced Configuration, How to Access the Browser-Based Utility, Setup Basic Setup

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Linksys E2100L

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration

After setting up the Router with the setup software (located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use.. If you would like to change its advanced settings, use the Router’s browser-based utility.. This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions.. You can access the utility via a web browser on a computer connected to the Router..

The browser-based utility has these main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Storage, Access Restrictions, Applications

&Gaming, Administration, and Status.. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs..

How to Access the Browser-Based Utility

To access the browser-based utility, launch the web browser on your computer, and enter the Router’s default Internet Protocol (IP) address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field.. Then press Enter..

A login screen will appear.. (Non-Windows 7 users will see a similar screen..) In the User name field, enter admin.. Then enter the password created during the setup software.. (If you did not run the setup software, then use the default password, admin.. You can set a new password on the Administration > Management screen.. Refer to Administration > Management, page 36..) Click OK to continue..

Login Screen

NOTE: You can also access the browser-based utility through Cisco Connect.. For more information, refer to Router Settings, page 9..

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration

Setup > Basic Setup

The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen.. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings..

Setup > Basic Setup

Language

Language  To use a different language, select one from the drop-down menu.. The language of the browser-based utility will change five seconds after you select another language..

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

Internet Setup

The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your Internet connection.. Most of this information can be obtained through your Internet Service Provider (ISP)..

Internet Connection Type

Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu.. The available types are:

•• Automatic Configuration - DHCP

•• Static IP

•• PPPoE

•• PPTP

•• L2TP

•• Telstra Cable

Advanced Wireless-N Router

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Contents User Guide Contents Avis d’Industrie Canada Wireless Disclaimer Appendix C Specifications Appendix D Warranty InformationSafety Notices Appendix F Software End User License AgreementBack Product OverviewTop Bottom Horizontal PlacementWall-Mounting Placement Cisco Connect InstallationTo install the Router Attach the antennas to the Router Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drivePlug the power adapter into an electrical outlet Connection steps are displayedWhen Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appears Local Access versus Guest AccessInstallation is complete.. Click OK Guest Access versus Local Access DiagramComputers and Other Devices Main Menu Guest AccessMain Menu Router Settings Main Menu Computers and DevicesConnect Manually Create or Update the Easy Setup KeyPlease wait while settings are copied to the Easy Setup Key After your device connects, click NextGuest Access Wireless PrinterChange Router Name or Password Router SettingsEasy Setup Key PersonalizeHow to Exit Cisco Connect How to Access Cisco ConnectSetup Basic Setup Advanced ConfigurationHow to Access the Browser-Based Utility Internet SetupPPPoE Automatic Configuration DhcpStatic IP MinutesOptional Settings Telstra CableRouter IP Network SetupDhcp Server Settings Dhcp ReservationDynDNS..org Time SettingsDdns Service MAC Address Clone Setup MAC Address CloneSetup Advanced Routing Advanced RoutingRouting Table Wireless Basic Wireless SettingsManual Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup Personal Options Wireless Wireless SecuritySecurity Mode Office OptionWEP Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Wireless MAC FilterWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced WirelessLinksys E2100L Firewall Security FirewallSecurity VPN Passthrough Web FiltersShared Folder Storage DiskDisk Management Format DiskCreate a Shared Folder Claim DiskEdit a Shared Folder SetupStorage Media Server UPnP Media ServerAdd a Media Folder Database SetupStorage FTP Server FTP ServerFTP Summary AccessCreate an FTP Folder Information Storage AdministrationEdit an FTP Folder After you clicked Edit, the FTP Folder screen appearsCreate or Edit a Group Account Group ManagementUser Management Create or Edit a User AccountSummary Access Restrictions Internet AccessInternet Access Policy Applications and Gaming Single Port Forwarding Single Port ForwardingPort Range Forwarding Applications and Gaming Port Range ForwardingApplications & Gaming Port Range Triggering Port Range TriggeringApplications and Gaming QoS QoS Quality of ServiceApplications and Gaming DMZ Online Games CategoryApplications Add a New GameManagement Administration ManagementSummary Administration Log LogTraceroute Test Administration DiagnosticsDiagnostics Ping TestStatus Router Administration Factory DefaultsAdministration Firmware Upgrade Status Wireless Network Status Local NetworkClick OK Appendix a TroubleshootingClick the Connections tab Connect the USB storage device directly to your computerClick the Exceptions tab Access the USB Storage Device Appendix B How to Install and Access USB StorageInstall the USB Storage Device OverviewMap a Drive Windows Vista Access the Mapped DriveDouble-click the mapped drive to access it Click FinishOn your desktop, double-click the Network icon Windows XP On your desktop, double-click the My Computer icon Create a Shared Folder,Map a Drive Double-click the server name Mac OSFrom your desktop, select Go Network Click Connect As Go to the Apple menu and select System Preferences Add to Startup Login ItemsDisplay the Shared Folder on the Desktop Click AccountsDrag the shared folder to the Login Items window Advanced Configuration Advanced Users OnlyAccess the Browser-Based Utility Click the Storage tab Click the Disk tabClick the Storage tab Click the Administration tab Create a User Group AccountCreate a User Account Appendix C Specifications Appendix D Warranty Information A, Canada, Asia Pacific, Australia, New ZealandObtaining Warranty Service Appendix E Regulatory Information Wireless Disclaimer Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans filSoftware Licenses Appendix F Software End User License AgreementCisco Products Schedule Cisco Software License AgreementAdvanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Preamble Schedule Open Source and Third Party LicensesSchedule 2-A Version 2, JuneAdvanced Wireless-N Router No Warranty Schedule 2-B Version 2..1, FebruaryAdvanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router END of Terms and Conditions END of Schedule 2-B Original SSLeay License Schedule 2-COpenSSL License END of Schedule 2-C 10012110NC-JL