LINKSYS EA6350 User Manual

Product Overview

EA6350

Top view

Indicator light

or pulses slowly during bootup, during firmware upgrades, and during a Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Flashes quickly

when there is a Wi-Fi Protected Setup error.

—Stays on steadily while power is connected and following a successful Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Flashes

Back view

Adjustable Antenna ports— The included 2 adjustable external antennas should be connected to the router before

powering it on. Twist the antenna connector clockwise onto the port on the router.
NOTE
For best performance, position the side antennas at a 30˚ angle

as shown in the picture on the left.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button

devices.

USB port

Ethernet ports

—Connect and share a USB drive or a USB printer.

—Connect Ethernet cables to the blue gigabit (10/100/1000) ports and to wired Ethernet network devices.

— Press to easily configure

wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network

NOTE
For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the

Ethernet ports.

Internet port

Reset button

You can also restore the defaults using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi.

Power port

Power button

—Connect an Ethernet cable to this yellow port and to your modem.

—Press and hold for 10 seconds (until the port lights flash at the same time) to reset the router to its factory defaults.

—Connect the included AC power adapter.

—Press | (on) to turn on the router.

Setting Up Your EA-Series Router

Where to find more help

Linksys.com/support

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi help (connect to

(documentation, downloads, FAQs, technical support, live chat, forums)

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi

, then click

at the top of the screen)

Help

How to install your router

To install your router:

If replacing an existing router, disconnect it. Power on your new router.

Connect the Internet cable from your modem to the yellow Internet port on your router. Wait until the power light on the front of

the router is solid.

Connect to the secure wireless name shown in the

name and password later during router setup.) If you need help connecting to the network, refer to your device documentation

CD.

Open a web browser and follow the instructions to complete your router’s setup. If instructions do not appear in the web browser,

enter

: You will not have Internet access until router setup is complete.

Note

linksyssmartwifi.com

in the browser’s address bar.

Quick Start Guide

that came with your router. (You can change the network

At the end of setup, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account. Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi to

easily manage your router’s settings, such as:

Change your router’s name and password

Set up guest access

Configure parental controls

Connect devices to your network

Test your Internet connection speed

NOTE:

As part of Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account setup, you will be sent a

verification e-mail. Make sure that you open the e-mail from Linksys

and click the provided link.

How to connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi

You can use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi to configure your router from any computer that has an Internet connection.

To open Linksys Smart Wi-Fi:

Click the

Enter the e-mail address and password you set up earlierand click

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi

- OR -

Open a web browser and go to

icon on your desktop.

www.linksyssmartwifi.com

.

Log in

.

How to change router settings

Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi to change settings on your router and set up special features such as parental controls and guest access.

NOTE:

For additional help on any menu, click

at the top of the screen.

Help

To change router settings:

Open Linksys Smart Wi-Fi and log in to your account.

In the menu on the left, click an option:

Device List

network and your guest network, disconnect the devices, or display information about each device.

lets you display and manage all network devices connected to your router. You can view devices on your main

Guest Access

lets you configure a network so guests can access the Internet, but not all of your network resources.

Parental Controls

let you block web sites and set Internet access times.

Media Prioritization

lets you set which devices and applications have top priority for your network traffic.

Speed Test

lets you test your network’s Internet connection speed.

USB Storage

(Available only on routers with USB ports.)

lets you access an attached USB drive (not included) and set up file sharing, a media server, and FTP access.

Connectivity

lets you configure basic and advanced network settings.