Chapter 4

Advanced Configuration

Priority

System Management > Bandwidth Management > Priority

Interface  Select the appropriate WAN interface, WAN1 or WAN2.

Service  Select the Service you want.

If the Service you need is not listed in the menu, click Service Management to add the new service. The Service Management screen appears.

Service Management

Service Name  Enter a name.

Protocol  Select the protocol it uses. Port Range  Enter its range.

Click Add to List. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them. Click Exit to return to the Bandwidth Management screen.

If you want to modify a service you have created, select it and click Update this service. Make changes. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them. Click Exit to return to the Bandwidth Management screen.

If you want to delete a service you have created, select it and click Delete selected service. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them. Click Exit to return to the Bandwidth Management screen.

Direction  Select Upstream for outbound traffic, or select Downstream for inbound traffic.

Priority  Select High, Middle, or Low. High priority services will share 30% of the total system bandwidth. Middle priority services will share 60% of the total system bandwidth. Low priority services will share 10% of the total bandwidth. The default is Middle.

Enable  Select Enable to use this Priority rule.

Click Add to List, and configure as many rules as you would like, up to a maximum of 50. To delete a rule, select it and click Delete selected application.

Click Summary to see a summary of the Priority rules. The Summary screen appears.

Summary (Priority Selected)

To change a rule, click Edit. To update the list, click Refresh. To return to the Bandwidth Management screen, click Close.

On the Bandwidth Management screen, click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them.

System Management > SNMP

SNMP, or Simple Network Management Protocol, is a network protocol that provides network administrators with the ability to monitor the status of the Router and receive notification of any critical events as they occur on the network. The Router supports SNMP v1/v2c and all relevant Management Information Base II (MIBII) groups. The appliance replies to SNMP Get commands for MIBII via any interface and supports a custom MIB for generating trap messages.

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RV042 specifications

The Linksys RV042 is a robust and versatile VPN router designed for small to medium-sized businesses, offering a wide array of features that cater to networking demands. Boasting dual WAN ports, the RV042 allows users to have two internet connections, providing load balancing and failover capabilities. This means that the router can automatically switch to a secondary Internet connection if the primary fails, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity crucial for business operations.

A key feature of the RV042 is its support for Virtual Private Networking (VPN). It can accommodate up to 50 VPN tunnels simultaneously, enabling secure remote access for employees who need to connect to the office network from various locations. The router supports both PPTP and L2TP/IPsec protocols, which provide a layer of encryption, ensuring that data remains secure while transmitted over public networks.

In terms of connectivity, the Linksys RV042 is equipped with four Ethernet ports, supporting speeds of up to 1 Gbps through its LAN (Local Area Network) connections. This allows for high-speed data transfer within the office premises, making it suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications such as video conferencing and large file transfers. Additionally, the router features an integrated firewall, which helps protect the network from external threats by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic.

The RV042 also excels in its Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities, which enable users to prioritize traffic for more critical applications. This is particularly beneficial in environments where multiple applications rely on the same bandwidth, allowing businesses to maintain optimal performance for essential tasks.

For businesses looking to manage their network more effectively, the RV042 offers a web-based interface that simplifies configuration and monitoring. The user-friendly dashboard allows administrators to track network usage, configure access controls, and set up security measures easily.

Overall, the Linksys RV042 VPN router stands out for its reliability, security features, dual WAN support, and ease of management. It is an excellent choice for organizations that require a secure, stable, and high-performance networking solution, enabling seamless connectivity and productivity in an increasingly digital business landscape.