Chapter 1
Product Overview
Chapter 1:
Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys RangePlus Wireless Router. The Router lets you access the Internet via a wireless connection or through one of its four switched ports. You can also use the Router to share resources such as computers, printers and files. A variety of security features help to protect your data and your privacy while online. Security features include WPA2 security, a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and NAT technology. Configuring the Router is easy using the provided browser- based utility.
Front Panel
Power (Green) The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on. When the Router goes through its self- diagnostic mode during every
the LED will be solidly lit.
1, 2, 3, 4 (Green) These numbered LEDs,
corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected to a device through that port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port.
Internet (Green) The Internet LED lights up
when there is a connection made through the Internet port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over the Internet port.
Wireless (Green) The Wireless LED lights up
when the wireless feature is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the wireless network.
Security (Green) The Security LED lights up when wireless security is enabled.
Back Panel
Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your cable or DSL Internet connection.
1, 2, 3, 4 These Ethernet ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to PCs on your wired network and other Ethernet network devices.
Reset There are two ways to reset the Router to its factory defaults. Either press and hold the Reset Button for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration > Factory Defaults screen of the Router’s web- based utility.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
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