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Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction 1 Welcome What’s in this Guide? 1 2 Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4 An Introduction to Local Area Networks The Use of IP Addresses 4 4 Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router 6 The Back Panel The Front Panel Chapter 4: Connecting the Router Overview Connection Instructions Chapter 5: Configuring the Router Overview How to Access the Web-based Utility The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The Setup Tab - DDNS The Setup Tab - MAC Ad
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Status Tab - Voice The Status Tab - Router The Status Tab - Local Network Appendix A: Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter Windows 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based Utility Appendix D: Windows Help Appendix E: Glossary Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Warranty Informatio
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports List of Figures Figure 3-1: Back Panel Figure 3-2: Front Panel Figure 4-1: Router Connection Diagram Figure 4-2: Connect a PC Figure 4-3: Connect a Telephone Figure 4-4: Connect the Cable/DSL Modem Figure 4-5: Connect the Power Figure 5-1: Router’s IP Address Figure 5-2: Router Login Figure 5-3: Setup Tab - Basic Setup (Obtain an IP automatically) Figure 5-4: Static IP Figure 5-5: PPPoE Figure 5-6: RAS (for Singtel) Figure 5-7: PPTP Figure 5-8: Heart Beat Signal Figure 5
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Figure 5-22: Applications & Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding Figure 5-23: Applications & Gaming Tab - DMZ Figure 5-24: Applications & Gaming Tab - QoS Figure 5-25: Administration Tab - Management Figure 5-26: Backup & Restore Configuration Figure 5-27: Administration Tab - Log Figure 5-28: Incoming Log Table Figure 5-29: Outgoing Log Table Figure 5-30: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Figure 5-31: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade Figure 5-32: Status Tab - Voice Fig
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports. This Router will allow your computers to share a high-speed Internet connection as well as resources, including files and printers. And after you have set up your Internet phone service, you will be able to make phone or fax calls using the Internet.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports What’s in this Guide? This user guide covers the basic steps for setting up a network with a router. After going through “Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router,” most users will only need to use the following chapters: • Chapter 4: Connecting the Router This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your cable or DSL modem, PCs, and telephones (or fax machines).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports • Appendix F: Specifications This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router. • Appendix G: Warranty Information This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router. • Appendix H: Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router. • Appendix J: Contact Information This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Chapter 2: Networking Basics An Introduction to Local Area Networks Simply put, a router is a network device that connects two networks together. The Router connects your local area network (LAN), or the group of PCs in your home or office, to the Internet. The Router processes and regulates the data that travels between these two networks.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on the network or another network device, such as the Router. By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is Obtain an IP automatically (DHCP). The PC or network device obtaining an IP address is called the DHCP client. DHCP frees you from having to assign IP addresses manually every time a new user is added to your network.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router The Back Panel The Router’s ports and the Reset button are located on the back panel of the Router. Figure 3-1: Back Panel Internet This Internet port connects to your cable or DSL modem. Phone1 For your primary telephone line, the Phone1 port allows you to connect the Router to your telephone (or fax machine) using an RJ-11 telephone cable (not included).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Front Panel The Router’s LEDs, which inform you about network activities, are located on the front panel. Figure 3-2: Front Panel Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Router is powered on. If the LED is flashing, the Router is booting up, running a system self-test, or upgrading its firmware. Ethernet 1-3 Green. The Ethernet LED serves two purposes.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Chapter 4: Connecting the Router Overview To begin installation of the Router, you will connect the Router to your PCs, telephone(s) or fax machine(s), and cable or DSL modem. The following connection diagram illustrates a basic network setup with one desktop PC and telephone.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Connection Instructions 1. Before you begin, make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the Router, PCs, switches, and cable or DSL modem. 2. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the back of the Router. Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch. Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other network devices to the Router. Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 3.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Chapter 5: Configuring the Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the Web-based Utility to configure the Router. For advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility. This chapter will describe each web page on the Utility and each page’s key functions.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Voice • System. Enter the STUN (Simple Traversal of UDP through NAT) settings, if required by your Internet phone service provider. • Line1. Enter your service account information, and configure the various settings for this phone line. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, your access to the Router’s configuration settings may be restricted, so you may not be able to access the Voice tab of the Web-based Utility.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the Web-based Utility of the Router, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP address, 192.168.15.1, in the Address field. Press the Enter key. Figure 5-1: Router’s IP Address A screen will appear asking you for your User name and Password. Enter admin in the User Name and Password fields. Then click the OK button. Make the necessary changes through the Utility.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Static IP If you are required to use a permanent IP address, then select Static IP. IP Address. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here. Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask. Default Gateway.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports RAS (for SingTel) Remote Access Service (RAS) is a service that applies to connections in Singapore only. For users in Singapore, check with Singtel for information on RAS. User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password supplied by Singtel. RAS Plan. Select the type of plan you have. Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter 0 in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects. Keep Alive and Redial Period. This option keeps your PPPoE-enabled Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it sits idle.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Optional Settings Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes. Host Name and Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some 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.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Number of Address (Optional). Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50. DHCP Address Range. The range of DHCP addresses is displayed here. 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.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Setup Tab - 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, FTP server, or other server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service at one of two DDNS service providers, DynDNS.org or TZO.com. If you do not want to use this feature, keep the default setting, Disable.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification, like a social security number. 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 Router with the MAC Address Clone feature. MAC Clone MAC Clone Service.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure the Network Address Translation (NAT), dynamic routing, and static routing settings. Advanced Routing NAT. NAT is a security feature that is enabled by default. It enables the Router to translate IP addresses of your local area network to a different IP address for the Internet. To disable NAT, click the Disable radio button.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Interface. Select Local or Internet, depending on the location of the static route’s final destination. Delete Entry. If you need to delete a route, select its number from the drop-down menu, and click the Delete Entry button. Show Routing Table. Click the Show Routing Table button to open a screen displaying how data is routed through your local network. For each route, the Destination LAN IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Hop Count, and Interface are displayed.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Security Tab - Filter When you click the Security tab, you will see the Filter screen. Filters block specific internal users from accessing the Internet and block anonymous Internet requests and/or multicasting. Filter IP Address Range You can create up to five different IP Address Range filters. To set up a filter using IP addresses, enter the range of IP addresses you wish to filter in the Start and End fields.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Filter Multicast. Multicasting allows for multiple transmissions to specific recipients at the same time. If multicasting is permitted, then the Router will allow IP multicast packets to be forwarded to the appropriate computers. Select Enabled to filter multicasting, or Disabled to disable this feature. Filter Internet NAT Redirection. This feature uses port forwarding to block access to local servers from local networked computers.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough The VPN Passthrough screen allows you to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPPoE, or PPTP protocols to pass through the Router. VPN Passthrough IPSec Passthrough. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec Passthrough, click the Enabled button. To disable IPSec Passthrough, click the Disabled button.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Voice Tab - System STUN (Simple Traversal of UDP through NATs) is a protocol that enables Internet phone calls to travel between your local network and the Internet. Not all Internet phone service providers use the STUN protocol; however, if your provider does, then configure the settings on this screen to enable your Internet phone calls. (All the settings should be supplied by your Internet phone service provider.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Voice Tab - Line1 Settings On the Line1 screen, configure the settings for service on Line 1, which uses the Phone1 port of the Router. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, your access to the Router’s configuration settings may be restricted, so you may not be able to access the Voice tab of the Web-based Utility.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Call Forward Settings Cfwd All Dest. If you want to forward all calls to a specific telephone number, then complete this field. Enter the number that will receive all phone calls. Cfwd Busy Dest. If your phone is busy, then you can forward incoming phone calls to a specific telephone number. Enter the number that will receive phone calls when your phone is busy. Cfwd No Ans Dest.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Voice Quality Settings Voice Quality. Select the quality level you want to use for your voice calls, Best (G.711u Requires 64k Bandwidth), Good (G.711a Requires 64k Bandwidth), Good (G.726-40 Requires 40k Bandwidth), Good (G.726-32 Requires 32k Bandwidth), Best (G.729 Requires 8k Bandwidth), Normal (G.726-24 Requires 24k Bandwidth), Normal (G.726-16 Requires 16k Bandwidth), or Normal (G.723 Requires 7k Bandwidth).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Voice Tab - Line2 Settings On the Line2 screen, configure the settings for service on Line 2, which uses the Phone2 port of the Router. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, your access to the Router’s configuration settings may be restricted, so you may not be able to access the Voice tab of the Web-based Utility.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Call Forward Settings Cfwd All Dest. If you want to forward all calls to a specific telephone number, then complete this field. Enter the number that will receive all phone calls. Cfwd Busy Dest. If your phone is busy, then you can forward incoming phone calls to a specific telephone number. Enter the number that will receive phone calls when your phone is busy. Cfwd No Ans Dest.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Voice Quality Settings Voice Quality. Select the quality level you want to use for your voice calls, Best (G.711u Requires 64k Bandwidth), Good (G.711a Requires 64k Bandwidth), Good (G.726-40 Requires 40k Bandwidth), Good (G.726-32 Requires 32k Bandwidth), Best (G.729 Requires 8k Bandwidth), Normal (G.726-24 Requires 24k Bandwidth), Normal (G.726-16 Requires 16k Bandwidth), or Normal (G.723 Requires 7k Bandwidth).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding When you click the Applications & Gaming tab, you will see the Port Range Forwarding screen. Port Range Forwarding sets up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering The Port Triggering screen allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP address of the computer that sends the matching data is remembered by the Router, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules. Port Triggering Application. Enter the application name of the trigger.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Applications & Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding The UPnP Forwarding screen displays preset application settings as well as options to customize port services for other applications. UPnP Forwarding Application. Ten applications are preset. For custom applications, enter the name of your application in one of the available fields. The preset applications are among the most widely used Internet applications. They include the following: FTP (File Transfer Protocol).
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol). The protocol used to connect to Usenet groups on the Internet. Usenet newsreaders support the NNTP protocol. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). A widely used network monitoring and control protocol. Data is passed from SNMP agents, which are hardware and/or software processes reporting activity in each network device (hub, router, bridge, etc.) to the workstation console used to oversee the network.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Applications & Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ screen allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming and videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port Range Forwarding is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Applications & Gaming Tab - QoS Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic, which may involve demanding, real-time applications, such as Internet phone calls or videoconferencing. Application-based QoS Application-based QoS manages information as it is transmitted and received.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Enable/Disable. To use port-based QoS, select Enable. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable. For each port, specify the Priority, Flow Control setting, and Ingress Rate Limit. Priority. Select the port’s priority level, High or Low. Flow Control. If you want the Router to control the transmission of data between network devices, select Enable. To disable this feature, select Disable. Ingress Rate Limit. This setting limits the incoming bandwidth.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Administration Tab - Management When you click the Administration tab, you will see the Management screen. This screen allows you to change the Router’s access settings as well as configure the UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) features. Router Password Local Router Access To ensure the Router’s security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Router’s Web-based Utility. The default password is admin. Router Password.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Allow users to disable Internet access. When enabled, this feature allows you to prohibit any and all Internet connections. Backup and Restore Backup and Restore. Click this button to back up or restore your configuration. Click the Backup button to back up the configuration. To restore your configuration, click the Browse button to find the file, and then click the Restore button.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Administration Tab - Log When you click the Administration tab, you will see the Log screen. It provides you with a log of all incoming and outgoing URLs or IP addresses for your Internet connection. Log Log. To access activity logs, select the Yes radio button. With logging enabled, you can choose to view temporary logs or keep a permanent record using the Logviewer software. Click the No button to disable this function. Logviewer IP Address.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults The Factory Defaults screen allows you to restore the Router’s configuration to its factory default settings. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, the Factory Defaults tab may be protected by a password available only from your Internet phone service provider. For more information, contact your Internet phone service provider. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade screen allows you to upgrade the Router’s firmware. Do not upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new firmware has a feature you want to use. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, you may not be able to upgrade the Router’s firmware. For more information, contact your Internet phone service provider.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Status Tab - Voice When you click the Status tab, you will see the Voice screen, which displays information about your Internet phone line(s). Information Voice Version. This shows the version number of the voice firmware currently installed on the Router. Line1 Status Registration Status. This indicates whether or not this phone line is registered with your Internet phone service provider.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Status Tab - Router The Router screen displays information about the Router and its current settings. The on-screen information will vary depending on the Internet Connection Type selected on the Setup screen. Information Firmware Version. This shows the installed version and date of the firmware. Current Time. The current time and date are displayed here. MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Router’s Internet interface is displayed here. Status Login Type.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen displays information about the local network. Local Network MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Router’s LAN (local area network) interface is displayed here. IP Address. The Router’s local IP Address is shown here. Subnet Mask. The Router’s Subnet Mask is shown here. Figure 5-34: Status Tab - Local Network DHCP Server. The status of the DHCP server is displayed here. DHCP Client Table.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com. Common Problems and Solutions 1. I don’t hear a dial tone, and the PHONE1 (or PHONE2) LED is not lit.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports B. Press CTRL + F5. This is a hard refresh, which will force Windows Explorer to load new webpages, not cached ones. C. Click Tools. Click Internet Options. Click the Security tab. Click the Default level button. Make sure the security level is Medium or lower. Then click the OK button. 4. I need to set a static IP address on a PC. The Router, by default, assigns an IP address range of 192.168.15.100 to 192.168.15.150 using the DHCP server on the Router.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports D. Enter a unique IP address that is not used by any other computer on the network connected to the Router. You can only use an IP address in the ranges 192.168.15.2 to 192.168.15.99 and 192.168.15.151 to 192.168.15.254. E. Enter the Subnet Mask, 255.255.255.0. F. Enter the Default Gateway, 192.168.15.1 (Router’s default IP address). G.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports For Windows 2000: 1. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with the Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties option. 3. In the Components checked are used by this connection box, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports D. In the command prompt, type ping followed by your Internet IP address and press the Enter key. The Internet IP Address can be found in the web interface of the Router. For example, if your Internet IP address is 1.2.3.4, you would enter ping 1.2.3.4 and press the Enter key. • If you get a reply, the computer is connected to the Router.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 8. I can’t get my Virtual Private Network (VPN) to work through the Router. Access the Router’s web interface by going to http://192.168.15.1 or the IP address of the Router, and go to the Security => VPN Passthrough tab. Make sure you have IPsec passthrough and/or PPTP passthrough enabled. VPNs that use IPSec with the ESP (Encapsulation Security Payload known as protocol 50) authentication will work fine.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Check “Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter” for details on getting an IP address. F. Check the Enabled option for the port services you want to use. Consider the examples below: Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled Web server 80 to 80 Both 192.168.15.100 X FTP server 21 to 21 TCP 192.168.15.101 X SMTP (outgoing) 25 to 25 Both 192.168.15.102 X POP3 (incoming) 110 to 110 Both 192.168.15.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports F. Check the Enabled option for the port services you want to use. Consider the examples below: Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled UT 7777 to 27900 Both 192.168.15.100 X Halflife 27015 to 27015 Both 192.168.15.105 X PC Anywhere 5631 to 5631 UDP 192.168.15.102 X VPN IPSEC 500 to 500 UDP 192.168.15.100 X When you have completed the configuration, click the Save Settings button. 11.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports B. Enter a different password in the Router Password field, and enter the same password in the second field to confirm the password. C. Click the Save Settings button. 13. I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up pop-up window. If you have proxy settings, you need to disable these on your computer. Because the Router is the gateway for the Internet connection, the computer does not need any proxy settings to gain access.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 16. The firmware upgrade failed. The upgrade could have failed for a number of reasons. Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware: A. If the firmware upgrade failed, use the TFTP program (it was downloaded along with the firmware). Open the pdf that was downloaded along with the firmware and TFTP program, and follow the pdf’s instructions. B. Set a static IP address on the PC; refer to “Problem #4, I need to set a static IP address on a PC.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports B. Enter the password, if asked. (The default password is admin.) C. On the Basic Setup tab, look for the MTU option, and select Enable. In the Size field, enter 1492. D. Click the Save Settings button to continue. If your difficulties continue, change the Size to different values. Try this list of values, one value at a time, in this order, until your problem is solved: 1462 1400 1362 1300 19. I need to use port triggering.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Frequently Asked Questions How do I make a phone call? Pick up your phone and dial 1 + area code + phone number. You must dial 1 and the area code for all calls, even local ones. Can I make calls if my Internet connection is down? No. Your high-speed Internet connection must be active when you make Internet phone or fax calls. Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet? Yes. You can make Internet phone or fax calls while browsing the Internet.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Does the Router support ICQ send file? Yes, with the following fix: click ICQ menu => preference => connections tab=>, and check I am behind a firewall or proxy. Then set the firewall time-out to 80 seconds in the firewall setting. The Internet user can then send a file to a user behind the Router. I set up an Unreal Tournament Server, but others on the LAN cannot join.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports How can I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? All Linksys firmware upgrades are posted on the Linksys website at www.linksys.com, where they can be downloaded for free. The Router’s firmware can be upgraded with TFTP programs. If the Router’s Internet connection is working well, there is no need to download a newer firmware version, unless that version contains new features that you would like to use.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Does the Router replace a modem? Is there a cable or DSL modem in the Router? No, this version of the Router must work in conjunction with a cable or DSL modem. Which modems are compatible with the Router? The Router is compatible with virtually any cable or DSL modem that supports Ethernet. What is the maximum number of VPN sessions allowed by the Router? The maximum number depends on many factors.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix B: Upgrading Firmware Use the Router’s Web-based Utility to upgrade its firmware; however, if you do so, you will lose the settings you have configured on the Router. Before you upgrade its firmware, write down all of your custom settings. After you upgrade its firmware, you will have to re-enter all of your configuration settings. NOTE: Depending on your Internet phone service provider’s policies, you may not be able to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter. This IP address is used for the Router’s filtering, forwarding, and/or DMZ features.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen; it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters. The MAC address/Physical Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning or MAC filtering. Note: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address. The example shows the Ethernet adapter’s IP address as 192.168.1.100. Your computer may show something different.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix D: Windows Help Almost all networking products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with the Router, TCP/IP must be enabled.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix E: Glossary Adapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC. Backbone - The part of a network that connects most of the systems and networks together, and handles the most data. Bandwidth - The transmission capacity of a given device or network. Bit - A binary digit. Boot - To start a device and cause it to start executing instructions. Bridge - A device that connects different networks. Broadband - An always-on, fast Internet connection.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Default Gateway - A device that forwards Internet traffic from your local area network. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - A networking protocol that allows administrators to assign temporary IP addresses to network computers by “leasing” an IP address to a user for a limited amount of time, instead of assigning permanent IP addresses. DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Half Duplex - Data transmission that can occur in two directions over a single line, but only one direction at a time. Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers on the World Wide Web. Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol) - The protocol used to connect to Usenet groups on the Internet. Packet - A unit of data sent over a network. Ping (Packet INternet Groper) - An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - A standard mail server commonly used on the Internet. Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Switch - 1. A data switch that connects computing devices to host computers, allowing a large number of devices to share a limited number of ports. 2. A device for making, breaking, or changing the connections in an electrical circuit. TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) - A network protocol for transmitting data that requires acknowledgement from the recipient of data sent.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix F: Specifications Model RT31P2-NA Standards IEEE 802.3 (10BaseT), IEEE 802.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Unit Weight 12.70 oz. (0.36 kg) Power External, 12V DC, 1A Certifications FCC, cUL, CE Operating Temp. 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temp.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix G: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix H: Regulatory Information FCC STATEMENT This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix I: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.linksys.com or ftp.linksys.
