Main Menu, Local Access versus Guest Access

Linksys E2100L

7. The installation is complete.. Click OK..

Installation is Complete

NOTE: If you have any trouble during the installation process, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions in the setup software, or use a computer with an active Internet connection to visit www.linksys.com/support..

Main Menu

When Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appears:

Main Menu

Status information is displayed in the upper right corner:

•• online secure

Your local network is secure, and your Internet connection is available..

•• offline secure

Your local network is secure; however, your Internet connection is not available.. To repair your Internet connection, follow the on-screen instructions..

NOTE: A group of computers or other devices connected to a router is a local network.. The router allows the networked devices to communicate with each other..

Chapter 2: Cisco Connect

The main menu offers three options: Computers and devices, Guest access, and Router settings..

NOTE: To view the FAQs for more information, click Need help?

Local Access versus Guest Access

Cisco Connect offers two types of access: local access (Computers and devices option) and guest access (Guest access option)..

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

Guest access allows you to provide Internet access to guests visiting your home.. Your guests will not have access to computers and devices on your local network, so they will not have access to your personal data.. Guest computers must connect to your network using a wireless network connection.. Provide your guest with the guest network name and password.. Refer to Main Menu – Guest Access, page 6 and Guest Access, page 8 for more information..

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