Linksys WAG160N User Manual
USER GUIDE
Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Model: WAG160N
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Product Overview 1
Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist 2
General Network Security Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Additional Security Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 3: Installation 3
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 4: Advanced Conguration 4
Setup > Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setup > DDNS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setup > MAC Address Clone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setup > Advanced Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Wireless > Wireless Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Security > Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Security > VPN Passthrough. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Access Restrictions > Internet Access Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Applications and Gaming > Single Port Forwarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Applications & Gaming > Port Range Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Applications and Gaming > DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Applications and Gaming > QoS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Administration > Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Administration > Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Administration > Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Administration > Back Up & Restore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Administration > Factory Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Administration > Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Status > Gateway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Status > Local Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Status > Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Status > DSL Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting 26
Appendix B: Specications 27
Appendix C: Warranty Information 28
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Appendix D: Regulatory Information 29
FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Industry Canada Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Avis d’Industrie Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Wireless Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Declaration of Conformity with Regard to EU Directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE Directive) . .31
CE Marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
National Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Product Usage Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Technical Documents on www.linksys.com/international . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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Chapter 1
Product Overview
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N ADSL2+
Gateway. The Gateway lets you access the Internet via a
wireless connection or through one of its four switched
ports. You can also use the Gateway to share resources
such as computers, printers and files. A variety of security
features help to protect your data and your privacy while
online. Security features include WPA2 security, a Stateful
Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and NAT technology.
Configuring the Gateway is easy using the provided
browser-based utility.
Front Panel
Power (Green) The Power LED lights up and
stays on while the Gateway is powered on.
Ethernet 1-4 (Green) These numbered LEDs,
corresponding with the numbered ports on
the Gateway’s back panel, serve two purposes.
If the LED is continuously lit, the Gateway is
successfully connected to a device through that
port. It flashes to indicate network activity over
that port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Button Press this
button to cause Wi-Fi Protected Setup to search
for your Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported
wireless device.
Internet (Green) The Internet LED lights up
and stays on when there is a connection made
through the Internet port. It flashes to indicate
network activity over the Internet port.
Back Panel
DSL The DSL port connects to the ADSL line.
Ethernet 1, 2, 3, 4 These Ethernet ports (1, 2,
3, 4) connect the Gateway to wired computers
and other Ethernet network devices.
Reset There are two ways to reset the Gateway’s
factory defaults. Either press and hold the Reset
button for approximately five seconds, or restore
the defaults from the Administration > Factory
Defaults screen of the Gateway’s web-based
utility.
Power The Power port is where you will
connect the power adapter.
NOTE: Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a
feature that makes it easy to configure
your wireless network and its security
settings. For more information, refer to
“Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings“ in
the “Advanced Configuration” chapter.
Wireless (Green) The Wireless LED lights up
when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the Gateway is actively sending or
receiving data over the network.
DSL (Green) The DSL LED lights up whenever
there is a successful DSL connection. The LED
flashes while the Gateway is establishing the
ADSL connection.
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Chapter 2
Wireless Security Checklist
Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist
Wireless networks are convenient and easy to install, so
homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them
at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by
sending information over radio waves, it can be more
vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network.
Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals
from your wireless network can also be intercepted. Since
you cannot physically prevent someone from connecting
to your wireless network, you need to take some additional
steps to keep your network secure.
1. Change the default wireless
network name or SSID
Wireless devices have a default wireless network name
or Service Set Identifier (SSID) set by the factory. This
is the name of your wireless network, and can be up
to 32 characters in length. Linksys wireless products
use linksys as the default wireless network name. You
should change the wireless network name to something
unique to distinguish your wireless network from other
wireless networks that may exist around you, but do not
use personal information (such as your Social Security
number) because this information may be available for
anyone to see when browsing for wireless networks.
2. Change the default password
For wireless products such as access points, routers, and
gateways, you will be asked for a password when you
want to change their settings. These devices have a default
password set by the factory. The Linksys default password
is admin. Hackers know these defaults and may try to
use them to access your wireless device and change your
network settings. To thwart any unauthorized changes,
customize the device’s password so it will be hard to
guess.
4. Enable encryption
Encryption protects data transmitted over a wireless
network. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA/WPA2) and Wired
Equivalency Privacy (WEP) offer different levels of security
for wireless communication.
A network encrypted with WPA/WPA2 is more secure
than a network encrypted with WEP, because WPA/WPA2
uses dynamic key encryption. To protect the information
as it passes over the airwaves, you should enable the
highest level of encryption supported by your network
equipment.
WEP is an older encryption standard and may be the
only option available on some older devices that do not
support WPA.
General Network Security Guidelines
Wireless network security is useless if the underlying
network is not secure.
Password protect all computers on the network and
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individually password protect sensitive files.
Change passwords on a regular basis.
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Install anti-virus software and personal firewall
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software.
Disable file sharing (peer-to-peer). Some applications
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may open file sharing without your consent and/or
knowledge.
Additional Security Tips
Keep wireless routers, access points, or gateways away
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from exterior walls and windows.
Turn wireless routers, access points, or gateways
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off when they are not being used (at night, during
vacations).
Use strong passphrases that are at least eight characters
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in length. Combine letters and numbers to avoid using
standard words that can be found in the dictionary.
3. Enable MAC address filtering
Linksys routers and gateways give you the ability to
enable Media Access Control (MAC) address filtering. The
MAC address is a unique series of numbers and letters
assigned to every networking device. With MAC address
filtering enabled, wireless network access is provided
solely for wireless devices with specific MAC addresses.
For example, you can specify the MAC address of each
computer in your home so that only those computers can
access your wireless network.
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WEB: For more information on wireless
security, visit www.linksys.com/security
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Installation
Chapter 3: Installation
Linksys strongly recommends that you run the Setup CDROM. If you have problems running the Setup CD-ROM,
use this chapter.
Connection
Make sure that all the devices that you are working
1.
with are powered down, including your computer(s)
and the Gateway. If you have a modem connected
to your network, disconnect it. The Gateway replaces
your modem.
Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to
2.
your computer’s Ethernet adapter. Connect the other
end of the Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet ports
on the back of the Gateway.
Connect the Computer
Repeat step 2 for every computer or device that you
3.
want to connect to the Gateway via Ethernet. If you
connect more than four computers to the Gateway,
you also need to connect a switch to the Gateway.
NOTE: If your computer’s Ethernet adapter
is not set up, refer to the Ethernet adapter’s
documentation for more information.
Connect one end of the phone cable to the DSL port
4.
on the back of the Gateway.
NOTE: To avoid interference, you may need to
place a microfilter or splitter between the phone
cable and wall jack. Contact your ISP to determine
if one is required. (UK residents need to connect
the microfilter to the wall phone jack with ADSL
service and then connect one end of the provided
phone cable to the DSL port on it.) If you have
more than one phone and you experience static
on the line after installing the Gateway, then you
need to install an additional microfilter for each
phone or fax that you use. If you use ISDN, then
you do not need a microfilter.
Connect the power adapter to the Gateway’s power
6.
port and the electrical outlet.
Connect the Power
Power on the computer that you want to use to
7.
configure the Gateway.
The Power, Wireless, and at least one of the numbered
8.
Ethernet (1, 2, 3, or 4) LEDs should light up. If not, make
sure the Gateway is powered on and the cables are
securely connected.
Connection is complete.
Continue to the “Setup” section.
Setup
For setup, configure the Gateway to access the Internet
through your ADSL Internet Service Provider (ISP). Use the
setup information provided by your ISP.
Connect the DSL
Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall
5.
jack with ADSL service or microfilter.
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Continue to “Chapter 4: Advanced Configuration”, and
complete the following sections:
Setup > Basic Setup
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Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings
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Wireless > Wireless Security
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After completing the setup, to test it, enter
www.linksys.com/uk/registration in the web browser’s
Address field, and press Enter.
Installation is complete.
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Advanced Configuration
Chapter 4: Advanced Configuration
After setting up the Gateway with the Setup Wizard
(located on the CD-ROM), the Gateway will be ready
for use. However, if you’d like to change its advanced
settings, use the Gateway’s web-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 Gateway.
The web-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.
NOTE: When first installing the Gateway, you
should use the Setup Wizard on the Setup CDROM. If you want to configure advanced settings,
use this chapter.
NOTE: For New Zealand residents, refer to the
note under RFC 2364 PPPoA.
Setup > Basic Setup
The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This
allows you to change the Gateway’s general settings.
How to Access the Web-Based Utility
To access the web-based utility, launch the web browser
on your computer, and enter the Gateway’s default IP
address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then, press
Enter.
A login screen appears. Use the default user name and
password, admin, unless you have changed them during
the Setup Wizard. (You can set a new user name and
password from the Administration tab’s Management
screen.) Click OK to continue.
Gateway Login
If you are unable to log in, press the Reset button on the
back panel for at least 5 seconds, then wait for the device
to reset and try again.
Setup > Basic Setup
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Gateway to
your Internet connection. Most of this information can be
obtained through your ISP.
Internet Connection Type
Encapsulation Select the appropriate encapsulation
method from the drop-down menu. Each Basic Setup
screen and available features will differ depending on
which encapsulation method you select. These are the
available methods:
RFC 2364 PPPoA
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RFC 2516 PPPoE
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RFC 1483 Routed
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IPoA
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RFC 1483 Bridged
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Bridged Mode Only
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VC Settings
Configure your Virtual Circuit (VC) settings in this section.
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Multiplexing Select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.
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QoS Type Select from the drop-down menu: CBR
(Continuous Bit Rate) to specify fixed bandwidth for voice
or data traffic; UBR (Unspecified Bit Rate) for applications
that are not time-sensitive, such as e-mail; or VBR (Variable
Bit Rate) for bursty traffic and bandwidth-sharing with
other applications.
PCR For the Peak Cell Rate (PCR), divide the DSL line rate
by 424 to get the maximum rate the sender can send
cells. Enter the rate in the field (if required by your service
provider).
SCR The Sustain Cell Rate (SCR) sets the average cell rate
that can be transmitted. The SCR value is normally less
than the PCR value. Enter the rate in the field (if required
by your service provider).
Autodetect Select Enable to have the VPI/VCI settings
automatically detected, or select Disable to enter the
values manually.
Virtual Circuit These fields consist of two items: VPI
(Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual Channel Identifier).
Enter the settings provided by your ISP.
DSL Modulation Select the appropriate mode:
MultiMode, T1.413, G.dmt, G.lite, ADSL2, ADSL2+,
ADSL2 L, ADSL2 M, or ADSL2+ M. Contact your ISP if you
are not sure which mode to use.
Follow the instructions for your type of encapsulation.
RFC 2364 PPPoA
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoA (Point-to-Point Protocol
over ATM) to establish Internet connections. If you are
connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with
your ISP to see if they use PPPoA. If they do, you will have
to enable PPPoA.
If your Internet connection has been terminated due to
inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Gateway 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 have elapsed
before your Internet connection terminates. The default
Max Idle Time is 5 minutes.
Keep Alive - Redial Period If you select this option,
the Gateway will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Gateway
will automatically re-establish your connection. To
use this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period
field, specify how often you want the Gateway to check
the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is
30 seconds.
NOTE: For New Zealand, follow these
instructions:
Select RFC 2364 PPPoA from the
1.
Encapsulation drop-down menu.
For the Virtual Circuit ID, enter 0 for the VPI
2.
and 100 for the VCI.
Select VC for Multiplexing.
3.
Select Multimode from the DSL Modulation
4.
drop-down menu.
Obtain the User Name and Password details
5.
from your ISP.
RFC 2516 PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol
over Ethernet) 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.
Internet Connection Type > RFC 2364 PPPoA
PPPoA Settings
User Name and Password Enter the User Name and
Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand - Max Idle Time You can configure
the Gateway to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time).
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Internet Connection Type > RFC 2516 PPPoE
PPPoE Settings
User Name and Password Enter the User Name and
Password provided by your ISP.
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Connect on Demand - Max Idle Time You can configure
the Gateway 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 Gateway 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 have elapsed
before your Internet connection terminates. The default
Max Idle Time is 5 minutes.
Keep Alive - Redial Period If you select this option,
the Gateway will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Gateway
will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, select Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field,
you specify how often you want the Gateway to check
the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is
30 seconds.
RFC 1483 Routed
If you are required to use RFC 1483 Routed, then select
RFC 1483 Routed.
Advanced Configuration
Internet Connection Type > IPoA
IP Settings
Your ISP provides these settings.
Internet IP Address Enter the Gateway’s IP address, as
seen from the Internet.
Subnet Mask Enter the Gateway’s Subnet Mask, as seen
from the Internet (including your ISP).
Default Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP server.
Internet Connection Type > RFC 1483 Routed
IP Settings
Your ISP provides these settings.
Internet IP Address Enter the Gateway’s IP address, as
seen from the Internet.
Subnet Mask Enter the Gateway’s Subnet Mask, as seen
from the Internet (including your ISP).
Default Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP server.
Primary (Required) and Secondary (Optional)
DNS Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP
address(es) provided by your ISP. At least one is required.
RFC 1483 Bridged
If you are required to use RFC 1483 Bridged, then select
RFC 1483 Bridged.
Internet Connection Type > RFC 1483 Bridged
Primary (Required) and Secondary (Optional)
DNS Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP
address(es) provided by your ISP. At least one is required.
IPoA
If you are required to use IPoA (IP over ATM), then select
IPoA.
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IP Settings
Select Automatically obtain an IP address if your ISP
says you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
If you are required to use a permanent (static) IP address
to connect to the Internet, then select Use the following
IP Address. Your ISP provides the settings needed for the
following fields:
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Internet IP Address Enter the Gateway’s IP address, as
seen from the Internet.
Subnet Mask Enter the Gateway’s Subnet Mask, as seen
from the Internet (including your ISP).
Default Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP server.
Primary (Required) and Secondary (Optional)
DNS Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP
address(es) provided by your ISP. At least one is required.
Bridged Mode Only
If you are using your Gateway as a bridge, which makes
the Gateway act like a stand-alone modem, select Bridge
Mode Only. All NAT and routing settings are disabled in
this mode.
Internet Connection Type > Bridged Mode Only
Optional Settings
Network Setup
The Network Setup section changes the settings on the
network connected to the Gateway’s Ethernet ports.
Wireless setup is performed through the Wireless tab.
Gateway IP
The values for the Gateway’s Local IP Address and Subnet
Mask are shown here. In most cases, keeping the default
values will work.
Gateway IP
Local IP Address The default value is 192.168.1.1.
Subnet Mask The default value is 255.255.255.0.
Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)
The settings allow you to configure the Gateway’s Dynamic
Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The
Gateway can be used as a DHCP server for your network.
A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each
computer on your network. If you choose to enable the
Gateway’s DHCP server option, make sure there is no
other DHCP server on your network.
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 Gateway.
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 Gateway select
the best MTU for your Internet connection, keep the
default, 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, MTU is configured automatically.
Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)
DHCP Server A Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP) server automatically assigns an IP address to each
computer on your network for you. Unless you already
have one, Linksys recommends that you keep the default,
Enable. You can also use the Gateway in DHCP Relay
mode. (This setting is not available for all encapsulation
types.)
DHCP Relay Server IP Enter the DHCP server IP address
to relay DHCP requests from the local network when the
Gateway is in DHCP Relay mode.
Starting IP Address Enter a value for the DHCP server
to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
Gateway’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP
Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller than
192.168.1.253. The default is 192.168.1.100.
Maximum Number of DHCP Users Enter the maximum
number of users (network devices) that can obtain an IP
address. The number will vary depending on the starting
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IP address entered and cannot be greater than 253. The
default is 50.
Client Lease Time The Client Lease Time is the amount
of time a network device will be allowed connection to
the Gateway with its current dynamic IP address. Enter the
number of minutes that the device will be “leased” this
dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the device will
be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The
default is 0 minutes, which means one day.
Static DNS 1-3 The Domain Name System (DNS) is how
the Internet translates domain or website names into
Internet addresses or URLs. At least one DNS server IP
address is provided by your ISP. You can enter up to three
DNS server IP addresses here. The Gateway will use these
for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.
WINS The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS)
converts NetBIOS names to IP addresses. If you use a WINS
server, enter that server’s IP address here. Otherwise, leave
this field blank.
Time Settings
Time Zone Select the time zone in which your network
functions.
Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving
time Select this option if you want the Gateway to
automatically adjust for daylight saving time.
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 features available on the DDNS screen will vary,
depending on which DDNS service provider you use.
DynDNS.org
Setup > DDNS > DynDNS
User Name Enter the User Name for your account.
Password Enter the Password for your account.
Host Name Enter the DDNS URL assigned by the service.
Status
Displays the status of the DDNS service connection.
Time Settings and Language
Language
Language
the drop-down menu. The language of the web-based
utility will change five seconds after you select another
language.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
To use a different language, select one from
Setup > DDNS
The Gateway 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, FTP server, or
other server behind the Gateway.
Before you can use this feature, 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 feature, keep the default, Disabled.
Connect
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
To manually trigger an update, click this button.
TZO.com
Setup > DDNS > TZO
E-Mail Address
TZO Password Enter the Password for your account.
Domain Name
Status
Connect
Displays the status of the DDNS service connection.
Enter the E-mail Address for your account.
Enter the DDNS URL assigned by the service
To manually trigger an update, click this button.
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Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Setup > MAC Address Clone
A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique
piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require
you to register a MAC address in order to access the
Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address
with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have
currently registered with your ISP to the Gateway with the
MAC Address Clone feature.
Advanced Configuration
Setup > Advanced Routing
Advanced Routing
Operating Mode
Setup > MAC Address Clone
Enable/Disable To have the MAC Address cloned, click
the radio button beside Enable.
MAC Address Enter the MAC Address registered with
your ISP here.
Clone My Computer’s MAC Clicking this button will
clone the MAC address.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Setup > Advanced Routing
The Advanced Routing screen is used to set up the
Gateway’s advanced routing functions. It contains three
sections: Operating Mode, Dynamic Routing, and Static
Routing.
NAT If this Gateway is hosting your network’s connection
to the Internet, keep the default, Enable. If another
gateway or router exists on your network, select Disable.
Dynamic Routing
RIP This allows the Gateway to automatically adjust to
physical changes in the network’s layout and exchange
routing tables with other router(s). The Gateway determines
the packets’ route based on the fewest number of hops
between source and destination. Select Enable to use
Dynamic Routing. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable.
RIP Send Packet Version, and RIP Received Packet
Version Select the appropriate protocol version, RIP v1
or RIP v2. This should match the version supported by
other routers on your LAN.
Static Routing
A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network
information must travel to reach a specific host or network.
Enter the following information to set up a new static route.
Select Set Number To set up a static route between the
Gateway and another network, select a number from the
drop-down list. The Gateway supports up to 20 static route
entries. Click Delete This Entry to delete a static route.
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Destination IP Address The Destination IP Address is
the IP address of the remote network or host to which
you want to assign a static route. Enter the IP address of
the host for which you wish to create a static route. If you
are building a route to an entire network, be sure that the
network portion of the IP address is set to 0.
Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask determines which
portion of a Destination IP Address is the network portion,
and which portion is the host portion.
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