User Guide Linksys E4200 Maximum Performance Dual-Band N Router
Linksys E4200 Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview Top . . . . . . . . . Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 3 How to Access the Browser-Based Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 How to Use the Browser-Based Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linksys E4200 Table of Contents Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage 49 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Add or Remove USB Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quick . . . .49 Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows . . .
Chapter 1: Product Overview Linksys E4200 Chapter 1: Product Overview Top Thank you for choosing the Linksys E4200 Maximum Performance Wireless-N Router . The router lets you access the Internet via a wireless connection or through one of its four switched ports . You can also use the router to share resources such as computers, printers and files .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 1: Product Overview Back Ethernet 1-4 (yellow and green) Using Ethernet cables (also called network cables), these Ethernet ports connect the router to computers and other Ethernet network devices on your wired network . The yellow light flashes to indicate network activity over that port . The green light turns on when the local network port is connected to a 10/100/1000 Gigabit port .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration After setting up the router with the setup software (located on the CD-ROM), the router will be ready for use . If you would like to change its advanced settings, use the router’s browser-based utility . This chapter describes each web page of the utility and each page’s key functions . You can access the utility via a web browser on a computer connected to the router .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Setup > Basic Setup Automatic Configuration - DHCP The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen . This allows you to change the router’s general settings . The default Internet Connection Type is Automatic Configuration - DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) . Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP or if you connect using a dynamic IP address . (This option usually applies to cable connections .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 PPPoE PPTP If you have a DSL connection, check whether your ISP uses Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) . If so, select PPPoE . Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that generally applies to connections in Europe . Internet Connection Type > PPPoE Username Enter the username provided by your ISP . Password Enter the password provided by your ISP . Service Name (Optional) If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 L2TP Optional Settings Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that generally applies to connections in Israel . Some of these settings may be required by your ISP . Verify with your ISP before making any changes . Basic Setup > Optional Settings Internet Connection Type > L2TP Server IP Address This is the IP address of the L2TP server . Enter the IP address provided by your ISP . Username Enter the username provided by your ISP .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 for installation, then the Device Name is the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) . DHCP Server Settings The settings allow you to configure the router’s DHCP server function . The router can be used as a DHCP server for your network . A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer or device on your network . NOTE: If you choose to enable the DHCP server option, make sure there is no other DHCP server on your network .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 DynDNS .org Time Settings Basic Setup > Time Settings Time Zone Select your network’s time zone from this drop-down menu . Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes Select this option to have the router automatically adjust for daylight saving time . Reboot Setup > DDNS > DynDNS Username Enter the username for your DynDNS account . Password Enter the password for your DynDNS account .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Setup > Advanced Routing TZO .com This screen is used to set up the router’s advanced functions . Dynamic Routing automatically adjusts how packets travel on your network . Static Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination . Setup > DDNS > TZO Email Address Enter the email account for your TZO account . TZO Password Enter the password for your TZO account . Domain Name Enter the domain name for your TZO account .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask for the Destination LAN IP address . Gateway Enter the IP address of the gateway server that enables communication between the router and the remote network or host . Interface Select the location of the Destination LAN IP address, the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless networks) or the Internet (WAN) . (WAN stands for Wide Area Network .) Click Show Routing Table to view the static routes you have already set up .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings the same 2 .4 GHz Network Name and wireless security settings . The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen . NOTE: You should use the same Network Name for both your 5 GHz and 2 .4 GHz wireless networks; this allows seamless roaming by dual-band Wireless-N client devices .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Manual Setup Set up the 5 GHz and 2 .4 GHz wireless networks on this screen . found on the bottom of the router . If you used the setup software for installation, then the default Network Name is changed to an easy-to-remember name .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration NOTE: If you are not sure which mode to use, keep the default, Mixed . Network Name (SSID) The Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the network name shared by all devices in a wireless network . It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32 keyboard characters . The default is Cisco followed by the last 5 digits of the router’s serial number, which is found on the bottom of the router .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 c . After the client device has been configured, click OK on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen within two minutes . • Enter Client Device PIN on Router Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN (Personal Identification Number) . Wi-Fi Protected Setup > Enter Client Device PIN on Router a . Enter the PIN from the client device in the field on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup screen . b .
Linksys E4200 WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode NOTE: If you select WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA2/WPA and the same passphrase . Wireless Security > WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration WPA Personal NOTE: If you select WPA Personal as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA Personal and the same passphrase . Wireless Security > WPA Personal Passphrase Enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 WPA2 Enterprise RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server . 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 .) RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server . The default is 1812 . 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 .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 RADIUS Disabled 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 .) If you choose to disable wireless security, you will be informed that wireless security is disabled when you first attempt to access the Internet . You will given the option to enable wireless security, or confirm that you understand the risks but still wish to proceed without wireless security .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration 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 .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered (restricted) by specifying the MAC addresses of the devices in your wireless network(s) . Guest Access > Change Guest Password Change Guest Password • Enter a new guest network password Enter a password of 4-32 characters . Then click Change to save the new password and return to the Guest Access screen .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Wireless Client List This screen shows computers and other devices on the wireless network . The list can be sorted by Client Name, Interface, IP Address, MAC Address, and Status . Select Save to MAC Address Filter List for any device you want to add to the MAC Address Filter List . Then click Add . To update the on-screen information, click Refresh . To exit this screen and return to the Wireless MAC Filter screen, click Close .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Security > Firewall The Firewall screen is used to configure a firewall that can filter out various types of unwanted traffic on the router’s local network . requests, select this option . ActiveX content is allowed by default . Cookies This filter blocks cookies, which are data stored on your computer and used by websites when you interact with them . To deny cookie requests, select this option . Cookie usage is allowed by default .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 6 . To block Internet access for the computers on the List of PCs screen, select Deny . To allow Internet access for the computers on the List of PCs screen, select Allow . To delete a service, select it from the Applications list . Then click Delete . 10 . Click Save Settings to save the policy’s settings, or click Cancel Changes to clear the changes . Deny or Allow 7 . Decide which days and what times you want this policy to be enforced .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Storage > Disk The router’s USB port lets you connect USB storage that can be accessed over your network . When you connect a USB storage device to the router’s USB port, you can access its content without a password via Windows Explorer or the Mac Finder . For more information, go to Appendix B: How to Install and Access USB Storage, “Overview” on page 49 .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Edit To change the access settings of a shared folder, click this option . Go to “Edit a Shared Folder” on page 25 . Create a Shared Folder Delete To delete a shared folder, click this option . Shared Folders Summary For each folder, the Display Name, Partition, Shared Folder location, and Groups with Access are displayed . Disk > Shared Folders Summary Click Close to exit this screen and return to the Disk screen .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 3 . To specify a folder to share, click Select . To display subfolders, click Enter into Folder . To return to the previous folder, click Return to Upper Folder . Edit a Shared Folder Shared Folder > Select Folder or Enter into Folder To create a new folder, enter its name in the New Folder field . Then click Create . Disk > Shared Folder Make the appropriate changes to the following options: Shared Folder > Create New Folder 4 .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Storage > Media Server The options on the various Storage screens are available when a USB storage device is connected to the USB port of the router . The Media Server feature allows you to share stored content with other computers and devices on your home network and on the Internet . If you have UPnP AV (Audio and Video)-enabled or Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)-certified devices in your home, then you can use the router as a media server .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 3 . To specify a folder to scan, click Select . To display subfolders, click Enter into Folder . To return to the previous folder, click Return to Upper Folder . on the bottom of the router . If you used the setup software for installation, then the FTP Server Name is the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) . FTP Server Select Enabled to use the router as an FTP server . Otherwise, select Disabled .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Create an FTP Folder 3 . To specify a folder for FTP client access, click Select . To display subfolders, click Enter into Folder . To return to the previous folder, click Return to Upper Folder . FTP Folder > Select Folder or Enter into Folder To create a new folder, enter its name in the New Folder field . Then click Create . FTP Server > FTP Folder 1 . In the Display Name field, enter a name for the FTP folder .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Edit an FTP Folder Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes . Click Close to exit this screen and return to the FTP Server screen . Storage > Administration The Administration screen allows you to manage the groups and individual users who can access the shared folders . FTP Server > FTP Folder Make the appropriate changes to the following options: Display Name The current Display Name is shown .
Linksys E4200 which is found on the bottom of the router . If you used the setup software for installation, then the Device Name is the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) . Workgroup Name Enter the workgroup name for the router; it should match the workgroup name of the computers on your local network . The router’s default is workgroup .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Create or Edit a Group Account Administration > Group Account To create a group account, complete the options . To edit a group account, make the appropriate changes . Group Name Enter a name for the group . Description Enter keywords to describe the group . Access Select the appropriate level of access, read-andwrite or read-only . Click Create/Modify to apply your changes, or click Cancel to clear your changes .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Access Restrictions > Parental Controls + Internet Access Policy Parental Controls Target Devices To manage Internet access, you have two methods available, Parental Controls and Internet Access Policy . Only one method can be used at a time . As part of Cisco Connect, Parental Controls can restrict Internet access for up to five computers or devices . You can block Internet access or limit it to specific times, and you can also block specific websites .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Schedule Internet Access Policy Parental Controls > Schedule Never/Always/Specific times Specify when Internet access is blocked . To never block Internet access, keep the default, Never . To always block Internet access, select Always . To specify days and times when Internet access is blocked, select Specific times . Then set the schedule: • School nights Select the appropriate start and end times .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 To create or change a policy, follow steps 1-10 . Repeat these steps to create additional policies, one at a time . 6 . To block Internet access for the computers on the List of PCs screen, select Deny . To allow Internet access for the computers on the List of PCs screen, select Allow . 1 . Select a number from the Access Blocking Policy drop-down menu . Deny or Allow Select Policy Number 7 .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration 10 . Click Save Settings to save the policy’s settings, or click Cancel Changes to clear the changes . NOTE: If you have already set up Parental Controls and now want to use Internet Access Policy, then you will be asked to enter the password for Parental Controls before you can click Save Settings .
Linksys E4200 Applications and Gaming > Single Port Forwarding The Single Port Forwarding screen allows you to customize port services for various applications . When users send these types of requests to your network via the Internet, the router will forward those requests to the appropriate computers (also called servers) . Before using forwarding, you should assign static IP addresses to the designated computers .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 address to the computer, then go to “DHCP Reservation” on page 7 . Enabled Select Enabled to activate port forwarding . Applications & Gaming > Port Range Triggering The Port Range Triggering screen allows the router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 To select a DHCP client, click Select . To update the onscreen information, click Refresh . To exit this screen and return to the DMZ screen, click Close . Applications and Gaming > QoS Quality of Service (QoS) is a method that assigns priority to specific types of network traffic, which often are demanding, real-time applications, such as online gaming, VoIP calls, video streaming, and videoconferencing .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Add a New Game Applications Applications Select the appropriate application . If you select Add a New Application, follow the instructions in the Add a New Application section . Priority Select the appropriate priority level: High, Medium (Recommended), Normal, or Low . Click Apply to save your changes . Your new entry will appear in the Summary list . QoS > Add a New Game Add a New Application Enter a Name Enter a name for this game .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Voice Device QoS > Voice Device Enter a Name Enter a name for your voice device . MAC Address Enter the MAC address of your voice device . Priority Select the appropriate priority level: High (Recommended), Medium, Normal, or Low . Click Apply to save your changes . Your new entry will appear in the Summary list . Summary This lists the QoS entries you have created for your applications and devices .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Administration > Management Select the protocol for local access, HTTP or HTTPS . The default is HTTP . The Management screen allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security . Access via Wireless To allow wireless access to the router’s browser-based utility, keep the default, Enabled . Remote Access Management > Remote Access Remote Management To manage the router over the Internet, select Enabled .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Restore Configuration To restore the router’s configuration settings, click this option and follow the on-screen instructions . (You must have previously backed up the router’s configuration settings .) Advanced Features Management > Advanced Features SIP ALG The Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) Application Layer Gateway (ALG) feature allows SIP packets, which are used for VoIP, to traverse the NAT firewall .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Administration > Diagnostics The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network devices, including connection to the Internet . Administration > Diagnostics Diagnostics Ping Test Diagnostics > Traceroute Ping checks whether the IP or URL address is reachable . IP or URL Address Enter the IP or URL address you want to test . Packet Size Enter the packet size you want to send . The default is 32 bytes .
Linksys E4200 Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Administration > 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 . Administration > Firmware Upgrade NOTE: The router may lose the settings you have customized . Before you upgrade its firmware, write down all of your custom settings .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Status > Router Status > Local Network The Router screen displays information about the router and its current settings . The Local Network screen displays information about the local network . Status > Local Network Local Network Local MAC Address The MAC address of the router’s local, wired interface is displayed . Status > Router Router Information Router IP Address The router’s local IP address is displayed .
Chapter 2: Advanced Configuration Linksys E4200 Status > Wireless Network Status > Ports The Wireless Network screen displays information about your wireless network(s) . The Ports screen allows you to control the router’s port lights and displays information about the router’s port speeds . Status > Ports Rear Port Lights Status > Wireless Network 5 GHz Wireless Network or 2 .4 GHz Wireless Network MAC Address The MAC address of the router’s wireless interface is displayed .
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Linksys E4200 Appendix A: Troubleshooting The DSL telephone line does not fit into the router’s Internet port. Your computer cannot connect to the Internet. The router does not replace your modem . You still need your DSL modem in order to use the router . Connect the telephone line to the DSL modem, and then insert the setup CD into your computer . Click Set up your Linksys Router and follow the on-screen instructions .
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Linksys E4200 6 . Your web browser automatically opens . Enter the username and password, and then click OK . (If you copied the password to the Clipboard in step 4, press Ctrl-V to paste it into the Password field .) 3 . Click the Administration tab . 4 . In the Workgroup Name field, enter the workgroup name of your computer . 5 . Click Save Settings . When you try to log into the browser-based utility, your password does not work.
Linksys E4200 Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Overview The router’s USB port lets you connect USB storage that can be accessed over your network .
Linksys E4200 Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage 3 . In the Type a name for this shortcut field, enter a descriptive name and click Finish . Double-Click Server Name Create Shortcut - Name Shortcut 4 . Double-click the shortcut to access the USB storage device . NOTE: It may take a few moments before the router is detected . Please wait . Windows 7 Access the USB Storage Device Shortcut Icon 1 . On your desktop, click the Windows Explorer icon . Mac OS X 1 .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 3 . Double-click the shared folder . 3 . Right-click the folder you want to map, and click Map network drive . Double-Click Shared Folder Map Network Drive NOTE: If the shared folder is not displayed, right-click Network . Click Properties . Click Change advanced sharing settings . Select Turn on network discovery . Select Turn on file and printer sharing . Click Save changes . 4 .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 Access the Mapped Drive 1 . On your desktop, click the Windows Explorer icon . NOTE: Another option is to use the Device Name (Disk) of the router . In the Address field, enter: \\Cisco followed by the last five digits of the router’s serial number . If you used the setup software for installation, then enter the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) in the Address field .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 3 . Right-click the folder you want to map, and click Map Network Drive . Access the Mapped Drive 1 . On your desktop, double-click the Computer icon . Computer Icon NOTE: If the Computer icon is not displayed, then go to Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Explorer . Map Network Drive 2 . Double-click the mapped drive to access it . 4 . From the Drive drop-down menu, select an available drive letter .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 2 . In the Address field, enter the default IP address of the router: \\192.168.1.1 Enter Local IP Address of Router NOTE: Another option is to use the Device Name (Disk) of the router . In the Address field, enter: \\Cisco followed by the last five digits of the router’s serial number . If you used the setup software for installation, then enter the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) in the Address field . 3 .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 5 . Click Finish . Mac OS X Access the USB Storage Device 1 . From your desktop, go to Finder > Go > Network . Click Finish Access the Mapped Drive 1 . On your desktop, double-click the My Computer icon . My Computer Icon Select Go > Network 2 . Double-click the server name . NOTE: If you used the setup software for installation, then the server name is the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 3 . By default, the window displays Connected as: Guest . Double-click the shared folder . Display the Shared Folder on the Desktop 1 . Go to Finder > Preferences . Go to Finder > Preferences 2 . Select Connected servers . Double-Click Shared Folder NOTE: If you have disabled the Anonymous Disk Access option, then click Connect As . On the login screen, enter your account username and password . Click OK . 4 . The shared folder opens .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 Add to Startup Login Items 4 . Drag the shared folder to the Login Items window . 1 . Go to the Apple menu and select System Preferences . Go to Apple > System Preferences 2 . Click Accounts . Drag Shared Folder 5 . The folder appears in the list of Login Items . Click the red x to close the window . Click Accounts Close Window 3 . Click Login Items .
Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Linksys E4200 How to Manage Access to USB Storage 3 . Click Create Share for the appropriate partition . The Shared Folder screen appears . To manage access to the USB storage device, you can create shared folders, groups, and user accounts . Access the Browser-Based Utility To access the browser-based utility, launch the web browser on your computer, and enter the router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field . Then press Enter .
Linksys E4200 6 . To specify a folder to share, click Select . To display subfolders, click Enter into Folder . To return to the previous folder, click Return to Upper Folder . Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage Manage Group and User Access to Shared Folders By default, no password is needed for read-and-write access to the disk . Before you can manage group and user access to specific shared folders, you must disable the Anonymous Disk Access option . Disable Anonymous Disk Access 1 .
Linksys E4200 Create a Group Account 1 . In the Group Management section on the Storage > Administration screen, click Create New Group . Appendix B: How to Connect and Access USB Storage 2 . The User Account screen appears . In the Name field, enter a name for the user . Administration > Group Management 2 . The Group Account screen appears . In the Group Name field, enter a name for the group . Administration > User Account 3 . In the Full Name field, enter the actual name of the user . 4 .
Appendix C: Specifications Linksys E4200 Appendix C: Specifications Security Key Bits Up to 128-Bit Encryption Environmental Model Name Linksys E4200 Description Maximum Performance Wireless-N Router Model Number E4200 V2 Standards 802 .11n, 802 .11a, 802 .11g, 802 .11b, 802 .3, 802 .3u, 802 .3ab Radio Frequency 2 .
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