Linksys OGV200 Owner's Manual

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.

®

Model

Network Optimizer

for Gaming and VoIP

Wired

OGV200

User Guide

Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP

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Warning: This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and
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How to Use this User Guide

This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Network Optimizer for Gaming
and VoIP easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:

This checkmark means there is a note of interest and is something you should pay special attention to while
using the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP.

This exclamation point means there is a caution or warning and is something that could damage your property
or the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP.

This question mark reminds you about something you might need to do while using the Network Optimizer for
Gaming and VoIP.

In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:

word: definition.

Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description,
like this:

Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description

Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section.

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Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP

Table of Contents

List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

What’s in this Guide? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

LEDs, Ports, and Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Using the Web-Based Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Appendix A: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Common Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Appendix B: Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Appendix C: Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Appendix D: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Appendix E: Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Appendix F: Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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List of Figures

Figure 3-1: ROUTER port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Figure 3-2: MODEM port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Figure 3-3: Power port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Figure 3-4: Network Optimizer Login Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Figure 3-5: Web-based Utility Setup Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Figure 3-6: Web-based Utility Administration Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Figure 3-7: Web-based Utility Status Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP

Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Network Optimizer for Gaming and VoIP. The Network Optimizer streamlines your
home network for next-generation Internet applications. By applying various Quality of Service (QoS) techniques
to your network traffic, the Network Optimizer makes sure time-sensitive applications like online gaming and
VoIP calls run smoothly.

The Network Optimizer sits between your home router and broadband cable or DSL modem, and monitors the
data going through. It automatically determines what data is time-sensitive and what isn't, and prioritizes
delivery of that data to its destination, ensuring the best-possible performance for the various types of data that
go through your network.

Traffic prioritization helps make sure that your online games don't lag when someone else on the network is
surfing the web or sending email. Voice over IP phone calls sound cleaner. Outgoing streamed video from your
Internet Video Camera runs smoother.

And the best part is that the Network Optimizer takes care of prioritizing the data automatically, with no user
setup of QoS policies required. After a simple installation it gets right to work, enhancing your network's
performance and helping you get the most out of your high-speed Internet connection.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome

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What’s in this Guide?

This User Guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Network Optimizer.

• Chapter 1: Introduction
Describes the Network Optimizer’s applications and the contents of this User Guide

• Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer
Describes the physical features and explains how to connect the Network Optimizer

• Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer
Explains how to install and configure the Network Optimizer

• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Describes potential problems and solutions regarding installation and use of the Network Optimizer

• Appendix B: Glossary
Gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking

• Appendix C: Regulatory Information
Provides regulatory information for the Network Optimizer

• Appendix D: Specifications
Provides technical specifications for the Network Optimizer

• Appendix E: Warranty Information
Provides Warranty information for the Network Optimizer

• Appendix F: Contact Information
Provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support

Chapter 1: Introduction
What’s in this Guide?

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer

LEDs, Ports, and Button

The Network Optimizer’s LEDs display information about network activity and the MODEM and ROUTER ports
allow you to connect the Network Optimizer to your network. Refer to the table below for LED, port, and button
descriptions:

LED/Port Name Description

POWER LED The POWER LED remains solid green when the Network Optimizer is receiving power from the

included power adapter.

ACT LED The ACT LED flashes green when the Network Optimizer is sending or receiving data.

MODEM LED The MODEM LED flashes green when the Network Optimizer is connected to a

broadband modem.

ROUTER port

ROUTER LED The ROUTER LED flashes green when the Network Optimizer is connected to a network router.

ROUTER port The ROUTER port allows you to connect the Network Optimizer to a network router.

MODEM port The MODEM port allows you to connect the Network Optimizer to a broadband modem.

Power port The Power port allows you to connect the included AC adapter to the Network Optimizer.

Reset button The Reset button allows you to reset the Network Optimizer to its factory default settings.

With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Network Optimizer.

Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Network Optimizer
LEDs, Ports, and Button

POWER LED

ACT LED

MODEM LED

ROUTER LED

POWER port

Reset button MODEM port

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Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer

Overview

This chapter explains how to set up and install the Network Optimizer. Before you begin, make sure you have an
active Internet Connection, then follow the steps below to install the Network Optimizer.

Installation

1. Remove the Ethernet network cable from your broadband modem and connect it to the Network Optimizer’s
ROUTER port.

2. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to your broadband modem, then connect the other end to the
Network Optimizer’s MODEM port.

3. Connect the included power adapter to the Network Optimizer’s Power port, then connect the other end to a
standard electrical outlet.

When the MODEM and ROUTER lights start flashing, about one minute, the Network Optimizer is ready for use.

ROUTER Port

Figure 3-1: ROUTER port

Congratulations! Installation is complete.

Chapter 3: Setting up and Installing the Network Optimizer
Overview

MODEM port

Figure 3-2: MODEM port

Power port

Figure 3-3: Power port

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