LINKSYS X3500 User Manual
Linksys X-Series Wireless Router with ADSL2+ Modem
User Guide
Linksys X-Series
Contents
Contents
Product Overview
X1000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
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Back 1
Wall-mounting placement 2
X3500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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Wall-mounting placement 4
Installation
Set up your modem-router automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Set up your modem-router manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connect your modem-router 6
Set up your modem-router as only a router 7
How to use Cisco Connect
How to access Cisco Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Main Menu – Computers and Devices 9
Main Menu – Parental Controls 9
Main Menu – Guest Access 9
Main Menu – Router Settings 9
Advanced Conguration
How to access the browser-based utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
How to use the browser-based utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setup > Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ADSL mode 11
Ethernet mode 12
Manual setup 14
Wi-Fi Protected Setup 17
Wireless > Guest Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Guest Access 19
Guest Instructions 19
Troubleshooting
X1000/X3500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specications
Linksys X1000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Linksys X3500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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Product Overview
Product Overview
X1000
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Ethernet—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is
successfully connected to a device through that port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™—The LED is continuously lit when a Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™ connection is successfully established. The LED
blinks slowly while Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ is setting up a connection,
and blinks rapidly if an error occurs. The LED is off when Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ is idle.
Wireless—Lights up when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the modem router is actively sending or receiving data over the
network.
WAN—Lights up green when the modem router is connected directly
to an ADSL line. Lights up blue when the modem router is set up as
a router only and is connected to the internet through a separate
modem.
Internet— Lights up green when the modem router has an Internet
connection. Flashes green while the modem router is establishing the
Internet connection. Lights up red when the modem router cannot
obtain an IP address.
Power—Lights up green when the modem router is powered on.
When the modem router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during
every boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic is complete, the
LED is continuously lit. Lights up red when an error occurs.
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DSL port—Connects to the ADSL line.
Cable port—To use the modem router as only a router, use
a network cable to connect this port to a separate modem’s
LAN/Ethernet port.
Ethernet port—Using Ethernet cables (also called network
cables), these Ethernet ports connect the modem router
to computers and other Ethernet network devices on your
wired network.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to
have Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ search for your Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™-supported wireless device.
Reset button—This button allows you to reset the router
to its factory defaults. Press and hold the Reset button for
about five seconds.
Power port—The Power port connects to the included
power adapter.
Power button—Press | (on) to turn on the modem router.
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Wall-mounting placement
The router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between
the slots is 75.6 mm. Two screws are needed to mount the router.
Suggested Mounting Hardware
3-5 mm
7-8 mm 1.5-2 mm
NOTE
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wallmounting 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 75.6 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.
Product Overview
Wall-mounting template
Print this page at 100% size.
Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
75,6 mm
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Product Overview
X3500
Top
Ethernet—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is
successfully connected to a device through that port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™—The LED is continuously lit when a Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™ connection is successfully established. The LED
blinks slowly while Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ is setting up a connection,
and blinks rapidly if an error occurs. The LED is off when Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ is idle.
Wireless—Lights up when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the modem router is actively sending or receiving data over the
network.
WAN—Lights up green when the modem router is connected directly
to an ADSL line. Lights up blue when the modem router is set up as
a router only and is connected to the internet through a separate
modem.
Internet— Lights up green when the modem router has an Internet
connection. Flashes green while the modem router is establishing the
Internet connection. Lights up red when the modem router cannot
obtain an IP address.
Power—Lights up green when the modem router is powered on.
When the modem router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during
every boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic is complete, the
LED is continuously lit. Lights up red when an error occurs.
Back
DSL port—Connects to the ADSL line.
Cable port—To use the modem router as only a router, use a network
cable to connect this port to a separate modem’s LAN/Ethernet port.
Ethernet port—Using Ethernet cables (also called network cables),
these Ethernet ports connect the modem router to computers and
other Ethernet network devices on your wired network.
USB—For network-attached storage, connect an external USB drive
to this port.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to have Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™ search for your Wi-Fi Protected Setup™-supported
wireless device.
Reset button—This button allows you to reset the router to its factory
defaults. Press and hold the Reset button for about five seconds.
Power port—The Power port connects to the included power adapter.
Power button—Press | (on) to turn on the modem router.
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Wall-mounting placement
The router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between
the slots is 82,5 mm. Two screws are needed to mount the router.
Suggested Mounting Hardware
3-5 mm
7-8 mm 1.5-2 mm
NOTE
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wallmounting 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 82,5 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.
Product Overview
Wall-mounting template
Print this page at 100% size.
Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
82,5 mm
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Installation
Installation
Set up your modem-router automatically
(X1000 screens shown.)
1.
Insert the CD into your CD or DVD drive.
2.
Click Set up your Linksys Router.
AutoPlay
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
Always do this for software and games:
AutoPlay
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
Install or run program
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
Set up your Linksys Router
Set up your Linksys Router
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General options
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Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
General options
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
If you do not see this:
• For Windows, click Start, Computer, then double-click the CD drive
and the Setup icon.
• For Mac, double-click the CD icon on your desktop, then double-click
the Setup icon.
3.
Read the license terms, select the checkbox, then click Next.
4.
At the How will you be using your X1000/X3500 screen, click Modem
router or Router only, then click Next.
• Modem router: Use the X1000/X3500 as both a DSL modem and
a router. If you have a DSL Internet service provider, this option
provides Internet access and networking connectivity to your home’s
computers, without the need for a separate modem and router.
• Router only: If you have a separate cable or DSL modem for Internet
access, this option provides networking connectivity to your home’s
computers.
The We are now setting up your Linksys X1000/X3500 screen opens. You are
then asked to connect your router’s cables.
5.
If you chose Router only in Step 4:
a.
Connect the power cable, then turn on the power switch.
b.
Connect the blue cable to the Cable port on the back of your router
and to the modem.
c.
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.
6.
Or, if you chose Modem router in Step 4:
a.
Connect the power cable. If your router has a power button, turn it
on.
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b.
Connect the gray cable to the modem-router’s DSL port and to a
telephone jack on your wall, then click Next.
Installation
Set up your modem-router manually
NOTE
Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router. If you cannot
run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below.
NOTE
If you are setting up your modem-router in New Zealand, see
“NOTE FOR USERS IN NEW ZEALAND” on page 8.
Connect your modem-router
You are asked to enter your ISP information.
c.
Select your region, click Next, then select your ISP. If prompted, enter
your DSL account name and password.
Or, to skip the automatic detection of your region and manually
configure your Internet connection, select My region is not in this
list, then click Next. Use information available from your ISP to
complete the remaining screens for DSL settings, Internet type, and
account information.
d.
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.
To connect your modem-router (X1000 ports shown):
1.
Power down all your network devices, including your computer(s) and
the modem-router. If you currently use a modem, disconnect it now—
the modem-router replaces your modem.
2.
Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your computer’s
Ethernet adapter and the other end to an Ethernet port on the back of
the modem-router.
3.
Repeat step 2 for each additional computer or device that you want to
connect to the modem-router.
NOTE
If your computer’s Ethernet adapter is not set up, refer to the
Ethernet adapter’s documentation for more information.
4.
Connect one end of the phone cable to the DSL port on the back.
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5.
Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL
service or microfilter.
Installation
Set up your modem-router as only a router
NOTE
If you experience static on your phone line, you may need a
microfilter or splitter. (This is required for users in the UK; other
users should contact their ISPs to verify. ISDN users do not need
a microfilter.) If you require a microfilter, you must install one for
each phone or fax that you use. To install a microfilter, plug it into
a phone jack that has ADSL service, then connect one end of the
provided phone cable to the microfilter’s DSL port.
6.
Connect one end of the power adapter cord to the Power port and the
other end to the electrical outlet.
7.
Power on the computer that you will use to configure the modem-router.
8.
The LEDs for Power, Wireless, and Ethernet (one for each connected
computer) should light up. If not, make sure the modem-router is
powered on and the cables are securely connected.
NOTE
Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router. If you cannot
run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below.
To set up your modem-router as a router:
1.
Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your computer’s
Ethernet adapter and the other end to an Ethernet port on the back of
the modem-router.
2.
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Cable port on the back of
the modem-router, then connect the other end to an available Ethernet/
LAN port on your modem.
3.
Connect one end of the power adapter cord to the Power port and the
other end to the electrical outlet.
4.
Power on the computer that you will use to configure the modem-router.
5.
The LEDs for Power, Wireless, and Ethernet (one for each connected
computer) should light up. If not, make sure the modem-router is
powered on and the cables are securely connected.
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