Cisco Linksys X-Series Operation & User’s Manual

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• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 14 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series Manual setup Set up the wireless network on this screen. NOTE After you set up the wireless network(s), set up the wireless security settings. Go to “Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings > Security Mode” on page 15. Network Mode In most network configurations, you should leave it set to Mixed (default). 2.4 GHz wireless settings Basic Wireless Settings (Manual) > Wireless Settings Network Mode Select the wireless standards your network will support. • Mixed If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and W

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 2 Product Overview Linksys X-Series 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 wall- mounting 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

• i Contents Linksys X-Series i Product Overview X1000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Top 1 Back 1 Wall-mounting placement 2 X3500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Top 3 Back 3 Wall-mounting placement 4 Installation Set up your mo

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 7 Installation Linksys X-Series 5. Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL service or microfilter. 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 th

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 20 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series Wireless > Guest Access The Guest Access feature allows you to provide guests visiting your home with Internet access via wireless. The guest network is a wireless network separate from your local network. The Guest Access feature does not provide access to the local network and its resources, so your guests will not have access to your computers or personal data. For example, the guest computer cannot print to a printer on the local network or copy files to a computer on the local network. This helps minimize exposu

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 22 Specifications Linksys X-Series 22 Linksys X1000 Model Name Linksys X1000 Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-3), Power Switch Port Speed 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) Buttons On/O, Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ LEDs Power, Ethernet (1-3), Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wireless, Internet Radio Frequency 2.4 GHz Antennas 2 Internal Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2 Security Key Bits Up to 128-bit encryption UPnP Supported Certication FCC, UL/cUL, CE, K.21, Telepermit, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), WPA2™, WMM®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Windows 7 ADSL Standards T1.413i2, G.992.1 (G.DMT), G.992.2 (G.Lite), G.992.3 (ADSL2), G

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 5 Installation Linksys X-Series 5 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. DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys Router Setup AutoPlay Always do this for software and games: Install or run program General options Set up your Linksys Router Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer Speed up my system using Windows ReadyB

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 23 Specifications Linksys X-Series 23 Linksys X3500 Model Name Linksys X3500 Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-4), Power, USB 2.0 Switch Port Speed 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) Buttons On/O, Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ LEDs Power, Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wireless, Internet Radio Frequency 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Antennas 5 Internal Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2 Security Key Bits Up to 128-bit encryption UPnP Supported Certication FCC, UL/cUL, CE, K.21, Telepermit, DLNA, Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), WPA2™, WMM®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Windows 7 ADSL Standards T

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 4 Product Overview Linksys X-Series 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 wall- mounting 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

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 8 How to use Cisco Connect Linksys X-Series NOTE FOR USERS IN NEW ZEALAND To set up the device, follow these instructions: 1. Access the Setup > Basic Setup screen. 2. Select RFC 2364 PPPoA from the Encapsulation drop-down menu. 3. For the Virtual Circuit ID, enter 0 for the VPI and 100 for the VCI. 4. Select VC for Multiplexing. 5. Select Multimode from the DSL Modulation drop-down menu. 6. Enter your User Name and Password details from your ISP. 7. Click Save Settings. How to use Cisco Connect Cisco Connect provides an easy way to manage your router and network. You can connect computers or devices to your router, giv

• 1 Product Overview Linksys X-Series 1 X1000 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

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 18 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series RADIUS This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the router.) NOTE If you select RADIUS as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use RADIUS and the same encryption and shared key. RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default is 1812. Shared Key Enter the key shared between the router and the server. Encryption Select a level of WEP encryption, (40/64-bit 10 hex digits) or 104/1

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 19 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series NOTE Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures one client device at a time. Repeat the instructions for each client device that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Wi-Fi Protected Setup light activity • The Cisco logo on the top panel of the router functions as the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light. • When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup process is active, the light flashes slowly. When the Wi-Fi Protected Setup is successful, the light is continuously lit. • If there is an error, the light flashes quickly for two minutes; please wait and try again. • Wait until the light is contin

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 20 Troubleshooting Linksys X-Series 20 X1000/X3500 Your computer cannot connect to the Internet. Follow the instructions until your computer can connect to the Internet: • Make sure that the Modem Router is powered on. The Power LED should be green and not flashing. • If the Power LED is flashing, then power off all of your network devices, including the Modem Router and computers. Then power on each device in the following order: a. Modem Router b. Computer • Check the LEDs on the device’s fr

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 11 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series 3. In the Password field, enter the password created by the setup software. If you did not run the setup software, then enter the default, admin. NOTE You can also access the browser-based utility through Cisco Connect. 4. Click OK to continue. How to use the browser-based utility Use the tabs at the top of each screen to navigate within the utility. The tabs are arranged in two levels, top-level tabs for general functions and lower-level tabs for the corresponding specific functions. The top-level tabs are: Setup, Wireless, Security, Storage (X3500 only),

• 3 Product Overview Linksys X-Series 3 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 con

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 15 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series SSID Broadcast When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with, they will detect the SSID broadcast by the router. To broadcast the router’s SSID, keep the default, Enabled. If you do not want to broadcast the router’s SSID, then select Disabled. 5 GHz wireless settings (X3500 only) Basic Wireless Settings (Manual) > Wireless Settings Network Mode Select the wireless standards your network will support. • Mixed If you have Wireless-A and Wireless-N (5 GHz) devices in your network, keep the default, Mixed. •

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 120918MS Cisco, the Cisco logo, and Linksys are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries. A listing of Cisco’s trademarks can be found at www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Visit linksys.com/support for award-winning 24/7 technical support 3425-01613B

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 17 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series WPA2 Enterprise This option features WPA2 used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the router.) NOTE If you select WPA2 Enterprise as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA2 Enterprise and the same shared key. RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default is 1812. Shared Key Enter the key shared between the router and the server. WPA Enterprise This option features WPA used in coordination with a

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 21 Troubleshooting Linksys X-Series The router does not have a coaxial port for the cable connection. A coaxial cable can connect to only a cable modem. Your modem router works as a modem with your ADSL Internet, but if you have cable Internet, your modem router should be connected to a separate cable modem. Insert the Setup CD into your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your modem-router to a cable modem. You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect. To enter the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect, follow these steps: 1. Open Cisco Connect. 2. On the main

• 6 Installation Linksys X-Series b. Connect the gray cable to the modem-router’s DSL port and to a telephone jack on your wall, then click Next. 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 co

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 12 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series Internet Connection Type Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. The available types are: • Bridged Mode Only • RFC 2684 Bridged • RFC 2684 Routed • IPoA • RFC 2516 PPPoE • RFC 2364 PPPoA Bridged Mode Only In this mode, only the DSL modem function is available, and all Gateway features are disabled. If selected, you only need to enter the VC Settings. RFC 2684 Bridged If selected, enter the correct data for the IP Settings. Select

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 10 Advanced Configuration Linksys X-Series Easy Setup Key Update or create key The Easy Setup Key (not included) is a USB flash drive that holds the wireless settings for the router. If you want to create or update an Easy Setup Key, click this option. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. Internet Speed Launch Test You can use the Internet speed test to determine your ISP’s current download and upload speeds. Connection speed depends on many factors, and may change throughout the day. To run the speed test, click this option. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. Other Options Register now to receive special offers and updates To sign up to receive special o

• Cisco Linksys X-Series, 9 How to use Cisco Connect Linksys X-Series Main Menu – Computers and Devices Use this option to connect another computer or device to the router. 1. To connect another computer or device to the router, click Add device. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. Main Menu – Parental Controls Parental controls restrict Internet access for up to five computers. For the computers you select, you can block or limit Internet access to specific times. You can also block specific websites. 1. To enable parental contro

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