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LINKSYS E1000V21 User Manual

User Guide
Linksys E1000
Wireless-N Router
Linksys E1000 Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview 1
Chapter 2: Cisco Connect 3
Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration 13
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting 38
Appendix B: Specifications 40
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Linksys E1000 Chapter 1: Product Overview

Chapter 1: Product Overview

Thank you for choosing the Linksys E1000 Wireless-N 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 you are online. Security features include Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security, which encrypts data on your wireless network; a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall to help block unauthorized access to your Router; and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology, which enhances network protection by allowing your computers to share Internet access through a single, public Internet IP address. (IP stands for Internet Protocol.)
Setup and use of the Router is easy using Cisco Connect, the software that is installed when you run the included CD. Advanced configuration of the Router is available through the provided browser-based utility.
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1, 2, 3, 4 (Blue) These numbered LEDs,
corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s back panel, serve two purposes. The LED is continuously lit when the Router is connected to a device through that port. It flashes to indicate network activity over that port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button If you have
client devices, such as wireless adapters, that support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you can use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button to automatically configure wireless security for your wireless network.
Internet (Blue) The Internet LED lights up
when there is a connection made through the Internet port. It flashes to indicate network activity over the Internet port.
Power (Blue) The Power LED lights up when
the Router is powered on. When the Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic is complete, the LED is continuously lit.

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Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset
Internet Using an Ethernet cable (also called
a network or Internet cable), the Internet port connects the Router to your Internet connection, which is typically a cable or Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) modem.
4, 3, 2, 1 Using Ethernet cables, these Ethernet
ports (4, 3, 2, 1) connect the Router to computers and other Ethernet network devices on your wired network.
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 in the Router’s browser-based utility (refer to “Administration > Factory Defaults” on page
35).
Power The Power port connects to the
included power adapter.
12VDC
Power

Horizontal Placement

The Router has four rubber feet on its bottom panel. Place the Router on a level surface near an electrical outlet.
To use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, refer to “Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on page 21.
Wireless (Blue) The Wireless LED lights up
when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes when the Router sends or receives data over the wireless network.
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Wall-Mounting Placement

The Router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between the slots is 152 mm.
Two screws are needed to mount the Router.
Suggested Mounting Hardware
2.5-3.0 mm
4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm
NOTE: Cisco is not responsible for damages
incurred by unsecured wall-mounting hardware.
Follow these instructions:
1. Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy. Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet.
2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are 152 mm apart.
3. Insert a screw into each hole and leave 3 mm of its head exposed.
4. Position the Router so the wall-mount slots line up with the two screws.
5. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the wall-mount slots.
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Print this page at 100% size.
Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
Wall-Mounting Template
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DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Router Setup
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer

Chapter 2: Cisco Connect

During installation, the setup software installs Cisco Connect on your computer. Cisco Connect offers options to connect additional computers or devices to the Router and allows you to change the Router’s settings.

Installation

To install the Router:
1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Insert CD
Mac OS X
a. Double-click the CD on your desktop.
b. Double-click Setup.
3. Read the Software End User License Agreement. To accept the agreement and continue with the installation, click Next.
License Agreement
4. The connection steps are displayed.
2. Click Set up your Linksys Router.
AutoPlay
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Router Setup
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
General options
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Set Up Your Linksys Router
If you do not see this, access setup on the CD directly. To do so, perform the following steps for your specific operating system:
Windows 7
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows Vista
Connection Overview
a. Plug the power cord into the Power port on the
back of the Router.
Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset
Connect to Power Port
12VDC
Power
a. Go to Start > Computer.
b. Double-click your CD-ROM drive.
Windows XP
a. Go to Start > My Computer and select your
CD-ROM drive.
b. Double-click Setup.exe.
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b. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet.
Connect to Electrical Outlet
c. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into the yellow
port labeled Internet on the back of the Router. The other end of the Ethernet cable should plug in to your broadband modem or existing gateway/router. Click Next.
Internet Ethernet4 3 2 1 Reset
12VDC
Power
6. The installation is complete. Click OK.
Installation is Complete
NOTE: If you have any problems 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:
Connect Ethernet Cable
NOTE: You can view detailed connection steps
by clicking in the setup software.
5. Please wait while the setup software is setting up the Router.
Please Wait
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.
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The main menu offers four options: Computers and devices, Parental controls, Guest access, and Router settings.
NOTE: To view the FAQs for more information,
click Need help?
Local Access versus Guest Access
You can connect computers or devices to your Router by giving them local access (Computers and  devices option) or guest access (Guest access option).
Computers and devices with local access will have access to the Internet and to other devices on your local network, including shared computers and printers that are connected to the Router. Local access can be given to a wired or wireless device. Refer to “Computers and Other Devices” on page 6 for more information.
Guest access allows you to provide guests visiting your home with Internet access. Your guests will not have access to your other computers or personal data. Provide your guest with the guest network name and password. Guest computers must connect to your network using a wireless network connection. Refer to “Main Menu – Guest Access” on page 5 and “Guest Access” on page 10 for more information.
The following diagram shows a typical example of how local access and guest access are used in the same home.
Guest Access versus Local Access Diagram
Internet
Main Menu – Computers and Devices
Use this option to connect another computer or device to the Router.
There is x device(s) connected to your router The
number of devices connected to the Router is displayed.
Add device To connect another computer or
device to the Router, click Add device and go to “Computers and Other Devices” on page 6.
Main Menu – Parental Controls
Parental controls restrict Internet access for up to five computers. For the computers you select, you can block or limit Internet access to specific times. You can also block specific websites.
Parental controls restrictions are being applied to x device(s) The number of devices with parental controls
restrictions is displayed.
Change To enable parental controls or change settings,
click Change and go to “Parental Controls” on page 8.
Main Menu – Guest Access
Guest access provides Internet access only; it does not provide access to the local network and its resources. For example, the guest computer cannot print to a printer on the local network or copy files to a computer on the local network.
Guest access helps minimize exposure of your local network. To grant Internet access to friends or family, provide the guest network name and password displayed on this screen.
Printer
Modem
Router
Guest Notebook
Guest Access (Internet Access Only)
Local Access
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Family Notebook
Guests can connect to x-guest using the password xyz When a guest wants Internet access in your home,
have the guest do the following:
1. Connect to the wireless guest network, which is the name of your wireless network followed by -guest.
2. Open a web browser.
3. On the login screen, enter the password of your guest network. Then click Login.
Change To disable guest access or change settings, click
Change and go to “Guest Access” on page 10.
Main Menu – Router Settings
Use this option to personalize the Router’s settings.
Router name is x The name of the Router is displayed.
Change To change settings, click Change and go to
“Router Settings” on page 10.
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Computers and Other Devices

The Computers and other devices screen appears.
Computers and Other Devices
Computer Click this option to connect another computer
in your home. Go to “Computer” on page 6.
Wireless printer Click this option to connect a wireless
printer. Go to “Wireless Printer” on page 7.
Other devices Click this option to connect a device that
is not a computer, such as a smartphone or game console. Go to “Connect Manually” on page 7.
Computer
You can use a USB flash drive to create an Easy Setup Key, which holds the wireless settings for the Router. Then you can use the Easy Setup Key to connect additional computers to the Router. Select the appropriate option:
• Yes, I have an Easy Setup Key If you already have an
Easy Setup Key, select this option. Click Next and go to “Connect with the Easy Setup Key” on page 6.
Connect with the Easy Setup Key
1. Insert the Easy Setup Key into an available USB port on the computer that you want to connect to the Router.
Connecting Another Computer
2. On that computer, click Connect to your Linksys Router. (If you do not see this, access the Easy Setup Key through Windows Explorer or the Finder, and double-click Connect.)
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect that computer to the Router.
3. Come back to this computer. On the Connecting  another computer screen, click Next.
4. Enter a name that will be used to identify the newly added computer. Then click Finish.
• No, I don’t have an Easy Setup Key — create a new
one now If you want to create or update an Easy
Setup Key, select this option. Click Next and go to “Create or Update the Easy Setup Key” on page 7.
• I want to connect manually using my wireless
settings If you want to connect manually (without an
Easy Setup Key), select this option. Click Next and go to “Connect Manually” on page 7.
Do You Have an Easy Setup Key?
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Create or Update the Easy Setup Key
If you do not have an Easy Setup Key, then you can create one using a USB flash drive. If you already have an Easy Setup Key, then you can update it with the Router’s current settings.
1. Insert the Easy Setup Key or a USB flash drive into an available USB port on your computer.
Update or Create an Easy Setup Key
2. Please wait while settings are copied to the Easy Setup Key.
Connect Manually
1. Enter the Network name (SSID), Security Key, and Security  Type settings on your wireless device (SSID stands for Service Set Identifier). To print this information, click Print these settings.
Connecting a Device
2. After your device connects, click Next.
3. Enter a name that will be used to identify this device. Then click Finish.
Copying Files to the Easy Setup Key
3. Remove the Easy Setup Key. You can now use it to connect other computers to the Router (for more information, refer to “Connect with the Easy Setup Key” on page 6). Click Close.
Easy Setup Key Has Been Updated
Name Your Device
Wireless Printer
1. Refer to your printer’s documentation to learn how to connect it to a wireless printer.
2. Enter the  Network  name  (SSID), Security  Key, and Security Type settings on your wireless printer. To print this information, click Print these settings.
Connecting a Wireless Printer
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3. Wait until your printer connects. On the Connecting a  wireless printer screen, click Next.
4. Enter a name that will be used to identify this printer. Then click Finish.
Name Your Printer

Parental Controls

The Parental controls screen appears.
2. Select the computer whose parental controls you want to set up. Then click OK.
Set Up Parental Controls For
3. The Parental controls main screen appears.
Parental Controls Password
First-Time Access of Parental Controls
1. The first time you access parental controls, you will be asked to set up a parental controls password. Complete the following:
• Parental controls password This password protects
access to parental controls. Create a password of 4-32 characters.
• Verify password Re-enter the password.
• Secret question Create a secret question and answer
pair. If you forget the password, you can reset it by correctly answering the secret question. Enter your question.
• Answer Enter the answer to your secret question.
Click OK to save your settings.
Parental Controls
You have the following options:
Restrict Internet access on The list of computer(s)
you have selected for parental controls is displayed. To add, remove, or rename computers on this list, refer to “Restrict Internet Access List” on page 9. To set up parental controls on a computer, refer to “Set Up Parental Controls” on page 9.
Change parental controls password Click this option
to change the password that protects access to parental controls. Refer to “Change Parental Controls Password” on page 10.
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Restrict Internet Access List
Parental Controls
Add If you want to apply parental controls to additional
computers, click Add.
If you clicked Add, the Set up parental controls for screen appears.
Set Up Parental Controls
To set up parental controls for a computer, follow these instructions:
1. Select the computer from the Restrict Internet access on list. (If the computer is not listed, click Add to select the computer.)
Parental Controls
2. The Block Internet access option offers the following:
• Always To always block Internet access, select this
option.
• Specific times To block Internet access during
specific days and times, select this option and set the schedule:
Set Up Parental Controls For
Select the computer whose parental controls you want to set up. Then click OK.
Remove If there is a computer that should not have
parental controls applied, select the computer and click Remove.
Rename To give a computer a new name, select the
computer and click Rename.
If you clicked Rename, the Rename  the  device screen appears.
– School nights Select the appropriate start and
end times.
– Weekends Select the appropriate start and
end times
• Never To always allow Internet access, keep the
default, Never.
3. For the Block specific sites option, click Edit to create a list of websites you want to block. By default, the list is empty.
If you clicked Edit, the Block these sites screen appears.
Block These Sites
Rename the Device
Enter the new name. Then click Rename.
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want to block.
For example, to block http://www.example.com, enter example.com on a line.
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b. Click Save to save your settings.
4. On the Parental  controls  screen, click Finish to save your settings.
NOTE: Repeat steps 1-4 to set up parental
controls for different computers.
Change Parental Controls Password
If you clicked Change parental controls password, the Change your parental controls password screen appears.
Change Your Parental Controls Password
If you clicked Change, the Change guest password screen appears.
Change Guest Password
• Enter a new guest password Enter a password of
4-32 characters.
• Click Change to save your setting.
Total guests allowed By default, 5 guests are allowed
Internet access through the guest network. Select the appropriate number of guests allowed on your guest network; you can select up to 10 guests.
Click Finish to save your settings.
• Old password Enter the old password.
• New password Enter a new password of 4-32
characters.
• Verify password Re-enter the new password.
Click Change to save your setting.

Guest Access

The Guest access settings screen appears.
Guest Access Settings
Allow guest access By default, guest access is enabled.
To disable guest access, select no.
Guest network name By default, the setup software sets
up the name of the guest network.

Router Settings

The Router settings screen appears.
Router Settings
Personalize
Router name The name of the Router is displayed
(this is also the name of your wireless network). To change the name, click Change and go to “Change Router Name or Password” on page 11.
Password The password that protects access to the
Router’s settings is displayed (this also protects wireless access to your local network). To change the password, click Change and go to “Change Router Name or Password” on page 11.
Password By default, the setup software sets up the
password for the guest network. To change the password, click Change.
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Easy Setup Key
Update or create key The Easy Setup Key is a USB flash
drive that holds the wireless settings for the Router. If you want to create or update an Easy Setup Key, click this option and go to “Create or Update the Easy Setup Key” on page 7.
Other Options
Register now to receive special offers and updates To
sign up to receive special offers and updates, click this option.
Router details To view more information about the
Router, click this option and go to “Router Details” on page 11.
Advanced settings To access settings for advanced
users, click this option and go to “Advanced Settings” on page 12.
Click Finish to save your settings.
Change Router Name or Password
NOTE: When you change the Router name
or password, the name or password of your wireless network also changes, and the Router is reset. ALL computers and devices connected to your Router will momentarily lose their Internet connection. Wired computers and devices will reconnect automatically; however, you will need to reconnect all wireless computers and devices using the wireless network’s new name or password (for more information, refer to “Computers and Other Devices” on page 6).
2. Complete the following:
• Router name Enter a name of 1-32 characters.
• Password Enter a password of 8-63 characters.
• Click Change to save your settings.
Change Router Name and Password
Router Details
The Router details screen appears, displaying the Model name, Model number, Serial number, Firmware version, Operating system, Software version, Connection type (WAN), IP address (LAN), IP address (WAN), and Computer IP address. (WAN stands for Wide Area Network, such as the Internet. IP stands for Internet Protocol. LAN stands for Local Area Network.)
Copy To copy the details to a text file, click Copy and
follow these instructions:
1. Open a text editor, such as Microsoft Word or Notepad.
2. Go to Edit > Paste.
3. Go to File > Save.
If you clicked Change, the Changing  router  name  or  password screen appears.
1. To change the Router name or password, click Yes. Otherwise, click No.
Changing Router Name or Password
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Click Close to return to the Router settings screen.
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