User Guide MAX-STREAM™ AC1900 MU-MIMO GIGABIT ROUTER Model # EA7500
Contents Product Overview .........................................................................................................3 Top view ............................................................................................................................................................. 3 Back view........................................................................................................................................................... 4 Setting Up: Basics .......................
Product Overview Top view Illuminated Linksys logo—The Linksys logo stays on steadily while connected to the Internet. It flashes or pulses slowly during startup, self-testing and firmware upgrades. It flashes quickly when indicating connection errors.
Back view Adjustable antennas (1)—For best performance, position the antennas vertically as shown in the drawing. USB 3.0 port (2)—Connect and share a USB drive or USB printer on your network or on the Internet. Internet port (3)—Connect an Ethernet cable to this yellow gigabit (10/100/1000) port, and to a broadband Internet cable/DSL or fiber modem. Note—For best performance, use CAT5e or higher rated cables on the Internet ports.
USB 2.0 port (6)—Connect and share a USB drive or USB printer on your network or on the Internet. Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button (7)—Press to configure wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setupenabled network devices. Reset button (8)—Press and hold for until the power LED starts flashing to reset the router to factory settings. You can also restore the factory settings using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi on the Internet or mobile app. Power switch (9)—Press | (on) to turn on the router.
Setting Up: Basics Where to find more help In addition to this user guide, you can find help at these locations: • Linksys.com/support/EA7500 (documentation, downloads, FAQs, technical support, live chat, forums) • Linksys Smart Wi-Fi help (connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, then click Help at the top of the screen) Note—Licenses and notices for third party software used in this product may be viewed on http://support.linksys.com/en-us/license. Please contact http://support.linksys.
How to install your router 1. To complete setup, you will need a computer to visit http://LinksysSmartWiFi.com in a web browser. 2. Identify your equipment. If you have a separate modem and standalone router, disconnect and remove your old router. If you have a modem-router, leave it connected. 3. Position the antennas straight up and plug in the router to a power source. Make sure the power switch in the | (on) position. 4. Connect your router to your modem or modem router.
At the end of setup, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account. Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi to configure your router from any computer with an Internet connection. Manage your router’s settings: • Change your router’s name and password • Set up guest access • Configure parental controls • Connect devices to your network • Test your Internet connection speed Note—As part of Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account setup, you will be sent a verification e-mail.
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How to Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi You can configure your router from anywhere in the world by using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, but you can also configure your router directly from your home network. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi may be available for your mobile device, as well. See your device’s app store for information. How to connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi To connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi: 1. Open your computer’s web browser. 2. Go to www.LinksysSmartWiFi.com and log in to your account.
If you can’t remember your password, click Forgot your password? and follow the on-screen instructions to recover it. For Linksys Smart Wi-Fi help connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, then click Help at the top of the main screen. The linked image cannot be displayed. The file may have been moved, renamed, or deleted. Verify that the link points to the correct file and location.
Network Map Lets you display and manage all network devices connected to your router. You can view devices on your main network and your guest network, or display information about each device. Guest Access Lets you configure and monitor a network that guests can use without accessing all of your network resources.
Parental Controls Lets you block web sites and set Internet access times. Media Prioritization Lets you set which devices and applications have top priority for your network traffic.
Speed Test Lets you test your network’s Internet connection speed. External Storage Lets you access an attached USB drive (not included) and set up file sharing, a media server, and FTP access.
Connectivity Lets you configure basic and advanced network settings. Troubleshooting Lets you diagnose problems with your router and check the status of the network.
Wireless Lets you configure your router’s wireless network. You can change the security mode, password, MAC filtering, and connect devices using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™. Security Lets you configure your router’s wireless security. You can set up the firewall, VPN settings, and make custom settings for applications and games.
Troubleshooting You can find more help from our award-winning customer support at Linksys.com/support/EA7500. Your router was not successfully set up If Linksys Smart Wi-Fi did not complete the setup, you can try the following: • Press and hold the Reset button on your router with a paperclip or pin until the LED starts blinking (about 10 seconds). Install the router again. • Temporarily disable your computer’s firewall (see the security software’s instructions for help). Install the router again.
Your Internet cable is not plugged in message If you get a “Your Internet cable is not plugged in” message when trying to set up your router, follow these troubleshooting steps. • Make sure that an Ethernet or Internet cable (or a cable like the one supplied with your router) is securely connected to the yellow Internet port on the back of the router and to the appropriate port on your modem. This port on the modem is usually labeled Ethernet, but may be named Internet or WAN.
• If your Internet service is DSL, make sure that the DSL phone line is connected to the modem’s DSL port. • If your computer was previously connected to your modem with a USB cable, disconnect the USB cable. • Install the router again. Cannot access your router message To access your router, you must be connected to your own network. If you currently have wireless Internet access, the problem may be that you have accidentally connected to a different wireless network.
4. Your computer will connect to the network, and you should be able to access the router. *Depending on your version of Windows, there could be some differences in wording or icons in these steps. To fix the problem on Mac computers, do the following: 1. In the menu bar across the top of the screen, click the Wi-Fi icon. A list of wireless networks will appear. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi has automatically assigned your network a name. 2.
• Reboot your router. • Contact your ISP and ask about outages in your area. The most common method of troubleshooting your router is to turn it off, then back on again. Your router can then reload its custom settings, and other devices (such as the modem) will be able to rediscover the router and communicate with it. This process is called rebooting. To reboot your router using the power cord, do the following: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the router and the modem. 2.
Specifications Linksys EA7500 Model Name Linksys Max-Stream AC 1900 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router Model Number EA7500 Switch Port Speed 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) Radio Frequency 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz # of Antennas 3 external adjustable antennas Ports Power, USB 3.0, USB 2.
Notes: For regulatory, warranty, and safety information, go to Linksys.com/support/ea7500. Maximum performance derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual performance can vary, including lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage.
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