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Linksys EA-Series

Contents

Linksys EA-Series

Product Overview

EA2700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

EA3500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

EA4500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

EA6500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Setting Up: Basics

How to create a home network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

What is a network? 12

How to set up a home network 12

Where to nd more help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

How to install your router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

How to congure your router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

How to connect to Cisco Connect Cloud 14

How to connect directly to your router 15

How to improve your wireless connection speed 15

How to change your network’s name and password 16

How to change your router’s local access password 16

How to change your router’s time zone 17

How to test your Internet connection speed . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

How to connect devices to your network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

How to connect a computer to your network 18

How to connect a USB printer 18

How to connect other devices 19

How to view device details 20

How to set up parental controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

How to set parental controls 21

How to congure your guest network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

How to back up your router conguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

How to customize Cisco Connect Cloud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Using widgets 24

Customizing the Device List 24

Using an External Drive

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

How to attach a USB drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

How to use secured folder access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

How to set up authorized users and shared folders 26

How to access shared folders 27

How to set up your router as a media server . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

How to connect your UPnP device to the media server 29

How to remotely access storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Setting Up: Advanced

How to manually set up your router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

How to manually set up your Internet connection 32

How to associate a router with your

Cisco Connect Cloud account. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

How to get the most out of your dual-band router . . . . . . . . 34

How to control access to your network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

How to improve security using the built-in rewall 37

How to set up the DHCP server on your router . . . . . . . . . . . 38

How to set up DHCP reservation 39

How to access your network on the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

How to clone a MAC address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

How to connect to your corporate oce using a VPN . . . . . . 41

How to optimize your router for gaming and voice . . . . . . . . 42

Contents

Linksys EA-Series

How to enable Voice over IP on your network . . . . . . . . . . . 43

How to congure UPnP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

How to use a router as an access point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

How to put your new router behind an existing router. . . . . . 46

To add your router to an existing router or gateway 46

To share an Internet connection 47

To extend your network 49

How to expose a device to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

How to set up port forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

How to set up port forwarding for a single port 51

How to set up port forwarding for multiple ports 52

How to set up port forwarding for a range of ports 52

How to set up port range triggering for online gaming . . . . . 53

Maintaining and Monitoring

How to back up and restore your router conguration. . . . . . 55

How to upgrade the router’s rmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

How to restore factory defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

How to check the status of your router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

How to disable the Ethernet port status lights 58

How to test your Internet connection 58

How to congure and use logs 59

Troubleshooting

During setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Your router was not successfully set up 60

Windows XP Service Pack update 60

Your Internet cable is not plugged in message 61

Cannot access your router message 61

After setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

The Internet appears to be unavailable 63

Cisco Connect Cloud does not open in your web browser 64

You cannot access Cisco Connect Cloud 64

All other troubleshooting has been unsuccessful 64

Specications

Linksys EA2700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Linksys EA3500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Linksys EA4500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Linksys EA6500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

Product Overview

EA2700

Package contents

In addition to your router, your router package includes:

•Network (Ethernet) cable

•AC power adapter

•Setup CD containing router setup software and documentation

Features

Wireless-N technology

Built with leading 802.11n technology, create a powerful home wireless network

with double the capacity for surfing the Internet, streaming multimedia, and

running applications simultaneously. Connect your computers, Internet-ready

TVs, game consoles, smartphones, and other Wi-Fi devices at fast transfer rates

for an unrivaled experience.

The power of dual band

Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and

5GHz). The dual-band feature is designed to avoid interference and optimize

throughput for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and

wireless gaming.

Advanced security

Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA2 encryption and

SPI firewall to help keep your network protected.

Benefits of gigabit

Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing (up to

10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Gigabit-enabled devices like

computers and servers.

Network ready

Connect computers, printers, scanners, and more to your wireless network and

the Internet. QoS traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum speed and

performance so you can enjoy fast downloads and reliable VoIP.

Easy to manage

Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add

multiple devices to your network:

Separate guest network

Create a separate, password-protected network for guests.

Parental controls

Limit access time and websites with parental controls.

IPv6 enabled

Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to future-proof your network.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

Back view

Ethernet ports Wi-Fi Protected Setup button

Internet port

Power port

Power indicator

•Ethernet ports—Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)

to these Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to

wired Ethernet network devices on your network.

NOTE

For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the

Ethernet ports.

•Internet port—Connect an Ethernet cable (also called a network or

Internet cable) to this port, color coded yellow, and to your modem.

• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to easily configure

wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network devices. For

more information, see “How to connect a network device using Wi-Fi

Protected Setup” on page 19.

•Power indicator—Stays on steadily while power is connected and

following a successful Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Flashes slowly

during bootup, firmware upgrades, factory reset, and Wi-Fi Protected

Setup. Flashes quickly when there is a Wi-Fi Protected Setup error.

•Power port—Connect the included AC power adapter to this port.

CAUTION

Use only the adapter that came with your router.

Port activity indicator

Green connectivity

indicator

Yellow network

activity indicator

Network or Internet port

•Green connectivity indicator—On Ethernet ports, turns on when a

cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. On the Internet

port, turns on while connected to a modem.

•Yellow activity indicator—Flashes to indicate network activity over

that port.

Bottom view

•Reset button—Press and hold this button for 15 seconds (until the port

lights flash at the same time) to reset the router to its factory defaults.

You can also restore the defaults using the browser-based utility. For

more information, see “How to restore factory defaults” on page 56.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

EA3500

Package contents

In addition to your router, your router package includes:

•Network (Ethernet) cable

•AC power adapter

•Setup CD containing router setup software and documentation

Features

Wireless-N technology

Built with leading 802.11n technology, create a powerful home wireless

network optimized for video, music, and multi-player gaming. Connect your

computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, smartphones, and other Wi-Fi

devices at blazingly fast transfer rates for an unrivaled experience.

The power of dual band

Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and

5GHz). The dual-band feature is designed to avoid interference and optimize

throughput for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and

wireless gaming.

SpeedBoost

Higher quality antenna technology helps maintain high speeds across greater

distances throughout your home.

Advanced security

Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA2 encryption and

SPI firewall to help keep your network protected.

Benefits of gigabit

Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing (up to

10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Gigabit-enabled devices like

computers and servers.

Built-in USB port

The USB port lets you add an external USB drive to your network and share files

at home or over the Internet. You can also connect a USB printer and share it

across your network.

Home theater ready

Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your home by connecting

computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, media players, and more to

your wireless network and the Internet. Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS

traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum speed and performance so

you can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and reliable

gaming and VoIP.

Easy to manage

Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add

multiple devices to your network:

Separate guest network

Create a separate, password-protected network for guests.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

Parental controls

Limit access time and websites with parental controls.

IPv6 enabled

Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to future-proof your network.

Back view

Ethernet ports Wi-Fi Protected Setup button

Internet port

Power port

Power indicatorUSB port

•USB port—To easily share disk storage with other users on your network

or on the Internet, connect a USB drive to this port. For more information,

see “Using an External Drive” on page 25. You can also connect a USB

printer and share it across your network. For more information, see “How

to connect a USB printer” on page 18.

•Ethernet ports—Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)

to these Gigabit (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to wired

Ethernet network devices on your network.

NOTE

For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the

Ethernet ports.

•Internet port—Connect an Ethernet cable (also called a network or

Internet cable) to this port, color coded yellow, and to your modem.

• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to easily configure

wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network devices. For

more information, see “How to connect a network device using Wi-Fi

Protected Setup” on page 19.

•Power indicator—Stays on steadily while power is connected and

following a Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Flashes slowly during

bootup, firmware upgrades, factory reset, and Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Flashes quickly when there is a Wi-Fi Protected Setup error.

•Power port—Connect the included AC power adapter to this port.

CAUTION

Use only the adapter that came with your router.

Port activity indicators

Green connectivity

indicator

Yellow network

activity indicator

Network or Internet port

•Green connectivity indicator—On Ethernet ports, turns on when a

cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. On the Internet

port, turns on while connected to a modem.

•Yellow activity indicator—Flashes to indicate network activity over

that port.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

Bottom view

•Reset button—Press and hold this button for 15 seconds (until the port

lights flash at the same time) to reset the router to its factory defaults.

You can also restore the defaults using the browser-based utility. For

more information, see “How to restore factory defaults” on page 56.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

EA4500

Package contents

In addition to your router, your router package includes:

•Network (Ethernet) cable

•AC power adapter

•Setup CD containing router setup software and documentation

Features

Wireless-N technology

Built with leading 802.11n wireless technology, your router offers maximum

speed and range to create an ultra-powerful network designed for home

theater performance. Connect your computers, Internet-ready TVs, game

consoles, smartphones and other Wi-Fi devices at blazingly fast transfer rates

for an unrivaled experience.

The power of dual band

Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band N (2.4 and

5GHz). The dual-band feature is designed to avoid interference and optimize

throughput for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and

wireless gaming.

SpeedBoost

Higher quality antenna technology helps maintain high speeds across greater

distances throughout your home.

Advanced security

Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA2 encryption and

SPI firewall to help keep your network protected.

Benefits of gigabit

Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing (up to

10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Gigabit-enabled devices like

computers and servers.

Built-in USB port and DLNA media server

The USB storage port lets you add an external USB drive to your network and

share files at home or over the Internet. It also features a built-in DLNA media

server for seamless streaming of your video and media files to an Xbox 360,

PS3, or other DLNA-compatible device. You can also connect a USB printer and

share it across your network.

Home theater ready

Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your home by connecting

computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, media players, and more to

your wireless network and the Internet. Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS

traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum speed and performance so

you can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and reliable

gaming and VoIP.

Quick to install

Cisco Connect software helps you easily set up your router.

Product Overview

Linksys EA-Series

IPv6 enabled

Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to future-proof your network.

Easy to manage

Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add

multiple devices to your network:

Separate guest network

Create a separate, password-protected network for guests.

Parental controls

Limit access time and websites with parental controls.

Top view

Indicator light

•Indicator light—Stays on steadily while power is connected and

following a successful Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Pulses slowly

during bootup, firmware upgrades, factory reset, and Wi-Fi Protected

Setup. Flashes quickly when there is a Wi-Fi Protected Setup error.

Back view

Ethernet ports

Wi-Fi Protected Setup button

Internet port Power port

Reset button

USB port

•Ethernet ports—Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)

to these Gigabit (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to wired

Ethernet network devices on your network.

NOTE

For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the

Ethernet ports.

•Internet port—Connect an Ethernet cable (also called a network or

Internet cable) to this port, color coded yellow, and to your modem.

•Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to add Wi-Fi

Protected Setup-enabled devices automatically. For more information,

see “How to connect a network device using Wi-Fi Protected Setup” on

page 19.

•USB port—To easily share disk storage with other users on your network

or on the Internet, connect a USB drive to this port. For more information,

see “Using an External Drive” on page 25. You can also connect a USB

printer and share it across your network. For more information, see “How

to connect a USB printer” on page 18.

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