COVER LINKSYS Quick Start Guide MAX-STREAMTM AC2600 MU-MIMO DUAL-BAND ROUTER Model EA8100
To complete setup, you will need a computer to visit http://LinksysSmartWi-Fi.com in a web browser. 1. Identify your equipment. A Modem + Router B Modem-Router OR If you have a separate modem and standalone router, disconnect and remove your old router. If you have a modem-router, leave it connected. 2. Position the antennas as shown and plug your router into a power source. Make sure the power switch is in the | (on) position. 3. Connect your router to your modem or modem-router.
OR If you have a modem, plug the other end into the ethernet (LAN) port on the modem. If you have a modem-router, plug the other end into any available port. 4. Wait until the illuminated Linksys logo is solid white. 5. Connect to the Wi-Fi name and password on the sticker. (You can change these details later.) Select the option to automatically connect to this network in the future. You will not have internet access until you complete router setup. Place sticker here Wi-Fi Name / Wi-Fi Password 6.
BACK AS YOU COMPLETE SETUP, RECORD YOUR ROUTER SETTINGS HERE 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID) 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi password 5 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID) 5 GHz Wi-Fi password Router password (default is “admin”) TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SETUP • Check that you have a working broadband internet connection by connecting a computer directly to your modem. • If you cannot connect to the internet after setting up your router, turn off your modem, router, and computer, then restart them in that order. • For more tips, go to www.linksys.
