Linksys AG300 manual Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work

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8.I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work.

If you are having difficulties getting any Internet game, server, or application to function properly, consider exposing one computer to the Internet using DeMilitarized Zone (DMZ) hosting. This option is available when an application requires too many ports or when you are not sure which port services to use. Make sure you disable all the forwarding entries if you want to successfully use DMZ hosting, since forwarding has priority over DMZ hosting. (In other words, data that enters the Gateway will be checked first by the forwarding settings. If the port number that the data enters from does not have port forwarding, then the Gateway will send the data to whichever computer or network device you set for DMZ hosting.)

Follow these steps to set DMZ hosting:

1.Access the Gateway’s web-based utility by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway. Go to the Applications and Gaming => DMZ tab. Click Enabled and enter the IP of the computer.

2.Check the Port Forwarding pages and disable or remove the entries you have entered for forwarding. Keep this information in case you want to use it at a later time.

Once completed with the configuration, click the Save Settings button.

9.I forgot my password, or the password prompt always appears when I am saving settings to the Gateway.

Reset the Gateway to factory default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds and then releasing it. If you are still getting prompted for a password when saving settings, then perform the following steps:

1.Access the Gateway’s web-based utility by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Gateway. Enter the default username and password admin, and click the Administrations => Management tab.

2.Enter a different password in the Gateway Password field, and enter the same password in the second field to confirm the password.

3.Click the Save Settings button.

10.I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up pop-up window.

If you have proxy settings, you need to disable these on your computer. Because the Gateway is the gateway for the Internet connection, the computer does not need any proxy settings to gain access. Please follow these directions to verify that you do not have any proxy settings and that the browser you use is set to connect directly to the LAN.

For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher:

1.Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Internet Options.

2.Click the Connections tab.

3.Click the LAN settings button and remove anything that is checked.

4.Click the OK button to go back to the previous screen.

5.Click the option Never dial a connection. This will remove any dial-up pop-ups for PPPoE users.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Common Problems and Solutions

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Contents Adsl Gateway How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Adsl Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel Network25 List of PCs Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Adsl Gateway IP Addresses Planning Your NetworkGateway’s Functions What’s an IP Address?Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers Dynamic IP AddressesPorts and Reset Button on Side Panel Getting to Know the Adsl GatewayPower LEDs on Side PanelBottom Panel Bottom Panel with Stand Closed PositionConnecting the Adsl Gateway Connecting the Gateway to a ComputerOverview Connect a PC Configuring the Adsl Gateway SetupSecurity Access RestrictionsAdministration Applications & GamingBasic Setup Tab How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Internet SetupRFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP Static IPRFC 1483 Routed IPoARFC 2516 PPPoE RFC 2364 PPPoABridged Mode Only Optional Settings required by some ISPsNetwork Setup Ddns Tab DdnsDynDNS.org TZO.comAdvanced Routing Tab Advanced RoutingPVC Routing Policy 15 Routing TableConfiguring the Adsl Gateway Setup Tab Firewall Security TabFirewall Tab Additional FiltersVPN Tab VPN PassthroughIPSec VPN Tunnel 20 VPN Settings Summary 21 Advanced VPN Settings Access Restriction Tab Internet Access Tab25 List of PCs Applications & Gaming Tab Single Port Forwarding TabSingle Port Forwarding Port Range Forwarding Tab 28 Port Range ForwardingPort Triggering Tab DMZ TabQoS Edit list of QoS SettingsQoS Tab PVC QoS PriorityConfiguring the Adsl Gateway Applications & Gaming Tab Administration Tab Gateway AccessManagement Tab UPnP IGMP-ProxyIGMP-Snooping Reporting Tab ReportingEmail Alerts Backup Configuration Diagnostics TabBackup&Restore Tab Restore ConfigurationReboot Tab Factory Defaults TabFirmware Upgrade Tab Upgrade from LANGateway Information Status TabGateway Tab Internet ConnectionLocal Network Tab 43 Local NetworkDSL Connection Tab DSL StatusPVC Connection Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsNeed to set a static IP address on a computer Want to test my Internet connection Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway TCP UDP Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory defaultNeed to upgrade the firmware My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED flashes continuously Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Gateway installed on the network? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk?What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Does the Gateway support ICQ send file?What is DMZ Hosting? How do I reset the Gateway? What are the advanced features of the Gateway?What is a MAC Address? Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible?Figure B-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure B-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressFigure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix D Glossary Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Appendix E Specifications Storage Humidity Appendix F Warranty Information Appendix G Regulatory Information FCC StatementAdsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Adsl Gateway Appendix H Contact Information Europe Mail Address