AC1200 WiFi DSL Modem Router—Essentials Edition Model D6100

The following table describes the fields on the Attached Devices screen.

Field

Description

#The order in which the device joined the network.

SSID

The SSID to which the WiFi device is connected. (This field does not apply to wired

 

devices.)

 

 

IP Address

The IP address that the modem router assigned to the device when it joined the network.

 

This number can change when a device is disconnected and rejoins the network.

 

 

MAC Address

The unique MAC address. The MAC address does not change and is usually shown on the

 

product label.

Device Name

The device name, if detected.

6.To refresh the information onscreen, click the Refresh button. The information onscreen is updated.

Monitor and Meter Internet Traffic

Traffic metering allows you to monitor the volume of Internet traffic that passes through the modem router Internet port. With the traffic meter utility, you can set limits for traffic volume, set a monthly limit, and get a live update of traffic usage.

Start the Traffic Meter Without Traffic Volume Restrictions

You can monitor the traffic volume without setting a limit.

To start or restart the traffic meter without configuring traffic volume restrictions:

1.Launch an Internet browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.

2.Type http://www.routerlogin.net. A login screen displays.

3.Enter the user name and password for the modem router.

The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive.

4.Click the OK button.

The BASIC Home screen displays.

5.Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Traffic Meter.

Manage the Modem Router and Monitor the Traffic

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