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LINKSYS E1200, E1500 Users Manual

User Guide
Linksys E1200/E1500
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Linksys E1200/E1500 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 39
Appendix B: Specifications 41
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Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys E1200/E1500 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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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Your computer cannot connect to the Internet.
Follow these instructions until your computer can connect to the Internet:
• Verify that the power adapter is connected to the
Router and to a power outlet. If connected to a power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on.
• Make sure that the Power LED, Internet LED, and
Wireless LED are on. If you have any wired computers connected to the Router, make sure the appropriate port LED is lit.
NOTE: The Power LED flashes after the power
adapter is plugged in to the Router. If the light remains flashing for more than 30 seconds, it may indicate the Router is not working properly. For assistance, use a computer or device with Internet access to refer to our Linksys E1200/E1500 support section on the web at www.linksys.com/support
• Make sure that your DSL or cable modem is connected
to your Router’s Internet port using an Ethernet cable.
• Reset all of the devices on your network:
1. Turn off all of your network computers and devices, and then unplug the power adapter from your Router.
2. Unplug your modem’s power cord (and coaxial cable if you have a cable modem), and wait two minutes.
3. Reconnect your modem’s power cord (and coaxial cable) and wait two more minutes.
4. Reconnect the power adapter to the Router, and then power on all of your network computers and devices.
The modem does not have an Ethernet port.
The DSL telephone line does not fit into the Router’s Internet port.
The Router does not replace your modem. You still need your DSL modem in order to use the Router. Connect the telephone line to the DSL modem, and then insert the setup CD into your computer. Click Set up your Linksys Router and follow the on-screen instructions.
When you double-click the web browser, you are prompted for a username and password. If you want to get rid of the prompt, follow these instructions.
Launch the web browser and perform the following steps (these steps are specific to Internet Explorer but are similar for other browsers):
1. Select Tools > Internet Options.
2. Click the Connections tab.
3. Select Never dial a connection.
4. Click OK.
The Router does not have a coaxial port for the cable connection.
The Router does not replace your modem. You still need your cable modem in order to use the Router. Connect your cable connection to the cable modem, and then insert the setup CD into your computer. Click Set up your Linksys Router and follow the on-screen instructions.
The computer cannot connect wirelessly to the network.
Make sure the wireless network name or SSID is the same on both the computer and the Router. If you have enabled wireless security, then make sure the same security method and key are used by both the computer and the Router.
You need to modify the settings on the Router.
Router settings can be modified using the Cisco Connect software; refer to “How to Access Cisco Connect” on page 12. To modify the advanced settings, go to Advanced settings. Refer to “Advanced Settings” on page 12.
The modem is a dial-up modem for traditional dial-up service. To use the Router, you need a cable/DSL modem and high-speed Internet connection.
You cannot use the DSL service to connect manually to the Internet.
After you have installed the Router, it will automatically connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP), so you no longer need to connect manually.
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You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect.
To enter the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect, follow these steps:
1. Open Cisco Connect.
2. On the main menu, click Router settings.
3. Click Advanced settings.
4. Write down the username and password that are displayed. (To help protect your password, you can copy it to the Clipboard by clicking Copy password.)
5. Click OK.
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6. Your web browser automatically opens. Enter the username and password, and then click OK. (If you copied the password to the Clipboard in step 4, press Ctrl-V to paste it into the Password field.)
When you try to log into the browser-based utility, your password does not work.
Your wireless security password also serves as the browser-based utility’s login password. To see this password:
1. Open Cisco Connect.
2. On the main menu, click Router settings.
3. The Password is displayed on the left side of the screen.
WEB: If your questions are not addressed here,
refer to our E1200/E1500 section on the web at
www.linksys.com/support
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Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration
After setting up the Router with the setup software (located on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. If you would like to change its advanced settings, use the Router’s browser-based utility. This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. You can access the utility via a web browser on a computer connected to the Router.
The browser-based utility has these main tabs: Setup,
Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be
available after you click one of the main tabs.
How to Access the Browser-Based Utility
To access the browser-based utility, launch the web browser on your computer, and enter the Router’s default Internet Protocol (IP) address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.
NOTE: You can also access the browser-based
utility on Windows computers by entering the device name in the Address field. Refer to Device Name under “Router IP” on page 7.
Setup > Basic Setup
The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the Router’s general settings.
A login screen will appear. (Non-Windows 7 users will see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank. Then enter the password you set up during the setup software. (If you did not run the setup software, then use the default password, admin. You can set a new password on the Administration > Management screen. Refer to “Administration > Management” on page 25.) Click OK to continue.
Login Screen
NOTE: You can also access the browser-based
utility through Cisco Connect. For more information, refer to “Router Settings” on page
10.
Setup > Basic Setup
Language
Language
the drop-down menu. The language of the browser-based utility will change five seconds after you select another language.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
To use a different language, select one from
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your Internet connection. Most of this information can be obtained through your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Internet Connection Type
Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. The available types are:
• Automatic Configuration - DHCP
• Static IP
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• PPPoE
• PPTP
• L2TP
• Telstra Cable
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Automatic Configuration - DHCP
The default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP or if you connect using a dynamic IP address. (This option usually applies to cable connections.)
Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP
Static IP
If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Service Name (optional) If provided by your ISP, enter
the Service Name.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often the Router should check the Internet connection. The default is 30 seconds.
PPTP
Internet Connection Type > Static IP
Internet IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, when
seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to enter here.
Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen
by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the
Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS
(Domain Name System) server IP address.
PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) to establish Internet connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE.
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.
Internet Connection Type > PPTP
If your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address, then select Obtain an IP Address Automatically. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Specify an
IP Address. Then configure the following:
Specify an IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, as
seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
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Internet Connection Type > PPPoE
Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen
by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the
Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
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DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS
(Domain Name System) Server IP address.
PPTP Server IP Address Your ISP will provide you with
the IP address of the PPTP server.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often the Router should check the Internet connection. The default is 30 seconds.
L2TP
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that applies to connections in Israel only.
Internet Connection Type > L2TP
Server IP Address This is the IP address of the L2TP
Server. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often the Router should check the Internet connection. The default is 30 seconds.
Telstra Cable
Telstra Cable is a service that applies to connections in Australia only.
Internet Connection Type > Telstra Cable
Server IP Address This is the IP address of the Telstra
Cable. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Username and Password Enter the Username and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure
the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, select Connect on Demand. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse before your Internet connection terminates. The default is
5 minutes.
Keep Alive: Redial Period If you select this option, the
Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, specify how often the Router should check the Internet connection. The default is 30 seconds.
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Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.
Optional Settings
Host Name and Domain Name These fields allow you to
supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs, usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will work.
MTU MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies
the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission. Select Manual if you want to manually enter the largest packet size that is transmitted. To have the Router select the best MTU for your Internet connection, keep the default setting, Auto.
Size When Manual is selected in the MTU field, this option
is enabled. Leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. The default size depends on the Internet Connection Type:
• DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra: 1500
• PPPoE: 1492
• PPTP or L2TP: 1460
Network Setup
The Network Setup section configures the IP settings for your local network.
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DHCP Server Settings
The settings allow you to configure the Router’s DHCP server function. The Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer or device on your network.
NOTE: If you choose to enable the DHCP server
option, make sure there is no other DHCP server on your network.
DHCP Server Settings
DHCP Server DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you
already have a DHCP server on your network, or you do not want a DHCP server, then select Disabled (no other DHCP features will be available).
DHCP Reservation Click DHCP Reservation if you want
to assign a fixed local IP address to a specific device on your network. This is helpful if you have a device you need to access at the same address all the time, such as a media server or print server. You can reserve the IP address for the specific device by selecting it from the list of devices or by manually entering the MAC address of the device.
DHCP Reservation
You will see a list of DHCP clients with the following information: Client Name, Interface, IP Address, and MAC Address.
IP Address The Router’s IP address, as seen by your
network, is displayed. The default Router IP address is
192.168.1.1.
Subnet Mask The Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by your
network, is displayed.
Device name To access the browser-based utility, enter
the Router’s Device name or IP address. The default is Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx are the last five digits of the Router’s serial number, found on the product label on the left side of the Router’s bottom panel). If you want to change the default, enter a new Device name. (The Device name is also the Router’s NetBIOS name.)
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• Select Clients from DHCP Table Click the Select
check box to reserve a client’s IP address. Then click Add Clients.
• Manually Adding Client To manually assign an IP
address, enter the client’s name in the Enter Client Name field. Enter the IP address you want it to have in the Assign IP Address field. Enter its MAC address in the To This MAC Address field. Then click Add.
Clients Already Reserved
A list of DHCP clients and their fixed local IP addresses is displayed at the bottom of the screen. If you want to remove a client from this list, click Remove.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. To update the on-screen information, click Refresh. To exit this screen, click Close.
Start IP Address The Start IP Address specifies the
starting IP address for the range of addresses assigned by your Router when it functions as a DHCP server. (The first IP address assigned by the Router will be randomly selected within the range you specify.)
Because the Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is
192.168.1.100.
Maximum Number of Users Enter the maximum
number of computers that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.
IP Address Range The range of available IP addresses is
displayed.
Client Lease Time The Client Lease Time is the amount
of time a network user will be allowed connection to the Router with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased” this dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address, or the lease will be renewed. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.
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the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS server IP address. If, however, you wish to use a different DNS server, enter its IP address (you can enter up to three DNS server IP addresses). These static DNS server(s) will have higher priority than the ISP’s DNS servers. The Router will assign these DNS servers to the computers and other devices in your local network.
The Domain Name System (DNS) is how
Time Settings
Time Setting
Time Zone Select the time zone in which your network
functions from this drop-down menu.
Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes Select this option to have the Router
automatically adjust for daylight saving time.
Reboot
Reboot
Reboot Click Reboot to restart the Router.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes.
Setup > DDNS
The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) server, or other server behind the Router.
Before you can use this option, you need to sign up for DDNS service with a DDNS service provider, www.dyndns.org or www.tzo.com. If you do not want to use this option, keep the default, Disabled.
DDNS
DDNS Service
If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, then select DynDNS.org from the drop-down menu. If your DDNS service is provided by TZO, then select TZO.com. The options available on the DDNS screen will vary, depending on which DDNS service provider you use.
WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS)
manages each computer’s interaction with the Internet. If you use a WINS server, enter that server’s IP address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.
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