Configuring the wireless security of your Linksys Wireless-N router through the web-based setup page

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1 Contents Configuring the wireless security of your Linksys Wireless-N router through the web-based setup page.. 2 Checking the Linksys router s wireless settings through the web-based setup page and adding wireless devices to the network Connecting your iphone to your wireless network... 8 Connecting your ipad to your wireless network Connecting Your BlackBerry to Your Wireless Network Connecting your Android smartphone to your wireless network Connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network How to Wirelessly Connect the Wii to the Internet Connecting your Xbox 360 to your wireless network MORE INFORMATION Connecting Windows and MAC OS computers to your wireless network Windows Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X

2 Configuring the wireless security of your Linksys Wireless-N router through the web-based setup page Configuring your router s wireless security settings is important to ensure that your wireless network is not prone to any unnecessary intrusions. This article will guide you in configuring the wireless security settings for Linksys wireless-n routers through the web-based setup page. Before you can configure the wireless security settings of your router, you need to access its web-based setup page first. IMPORTANT: Make sure that your computer is connected directly to your router using an Ethernet/Internet cable before proceeding. Step 1: Open any web browser (Internet Explorer, Chrome, or Safari). Enter your router s IP address on the Address bar, and then press [Enter]. The default IP address of Linksys routers is Step 2: Once the login prompt appears, enter your router s User name and Password (default username and password could be a mixture of admin/linksys/password). 2

3 Here are some things that you should remember when accessing the web-based setup page: If in any case the User name and Password that you have entered are not accepted or if you forgot your log-in details, you can reset the router. For instructions, click here. However, you have to reconfigure the router to be able to go online again once you perform a reset. You will then be redirected to the router s web-based setup page. The location wherein you can configure your wireless security settings may depend on the router that you are using. For EA-series routers: Step 1: Click the Wireless tab then click the Wireless Settings sub-tab. Step 2: Under the Configuration View section, click the Manual radio button. 3

4 The following wireless security settings can be configured under this section: Security Mode For better security, choose WPA2 Personal security mode for your wireless network. Passphrase This will be the one that you will be using once you connect your computers or any other wireless devices (smartphones, printers). You will be only able to set a passphrase once you have selected a specific security mode. For other E-series models (aside from the ones specified earlier): Step 1: Click the Wireless tab then click the Wireless Settings sub-tab. 4

5 Step 2: Select your preferred security mode and enter a corresponding passphrase on the fields provided. For further details about this, click here. Important: Be sure to SAVE SETTINGS on each page you make changes to. Resetting the router using the Reset button IMPORTANT: If you want to keep the same wireless settings on your router, backup the current settings and restore after the reset procedure. To learn how to backup and restore your settings, click here. Step 1: Locate the Reset button at the back or bottom of your router. Using a pen or a paper clip, press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds. 5

6 Checking the Linksys router s wireless settings through the web-based setup page and adding wireless devices to the network. Checking or verifying the wireless settings on a Linksys router is important when connecting wireless devices to your wireless network. This is the best route to take if you are unsure of your router s wireless settings. There are three (3) important wireless settings on your Linksys router that you will need to know to allow devices to connect to your wireless network: Wireless network name (SSID) Wireless security mode (WPA2 Personal) Security key To check your router's wireless settings through the web-based setup page, follow the steps below: Step 1: Access the router s web-based setup page by opening your browser and entering the IP address of the router into the Address Bar, logging in using the Router Password located on the bottom of the router, and clicking OK. Step 2: On the Setup page, click Wireless. NOTE: Images may vary depending on the model of your Linksys router. Step 3: Set the Configuration View to Manual in order for you to view the settings of your wireless network and make changes if necessary. 6

7 IMPORTANT: Take note of the Network Name (SSID). NOTE: The SSID Broadcast should be set to Enabled in order for wireless devices to detect the wireless network of your Linksys router. Step 4: Click Wireless Security and take note of the Security Mode and the Passphrase. WPA2 Personal Security Mode IMPORTANT: The wireless settings of your router are case-sensitive With the wireless settings recorded on the bottom of your router, you are now ready to connect your wireless devices to the network. 7

8 Connecting your iphone to your wireless network This article will guide you on how to connect your iphone to your wireless network. Before doing so, make sure you take note of your wireless network name (SSID) and security key or password (listed on the bottom of your router). NOTE: Make sure your other devices and computers on your network have active Internet connection. Step 1: On your Home screen, tap. Step 2: Tap Wi-Fi. Step 3: Tap your router s wireless network name (SSID). NOTE: Make sure the Wi-Fi is switched ON. 8

9 Step 4: Enter your router s wireless security key or password and tap Join. Your iphone should now be able to access the Internet. However, if you encounter the error message Incorrect password, tap Dismiss and re-enter your security key or password correctly. NOTE: Take note that your wireless password is case-sensitive. 9

10 If you are having problems connecting your iphone to your wireless network, try to do the following: Check the Airport icon in the upper-left corner of the screen for the signal strength of the connection between your router and your iphone. If you are still unable to connect to your secured wireless network despite entering the correct security key or password, you may try powering your iphone OFF then switch it back ON. Also, you may try disabling the network security settings first then reconnect your iphone to the network. Once you have connected to the wireless network, try setting up your router s wireless security settings again. If you encounter the Unable to join the network error message, it could mean that the Wireless MAC Filter feature of your router is enabled, or the DHCP Server is disabled. You need to make sure that the Wireless MAC Filter of your router is disabled and the DHCP Server is enabled to be able to connect to your wireless network. You may also need to check the wireless settings of your router. NOTE: The signal bars in the Airport icon has no bearing on the network speed. You can perform a speed test or observe the download speed by trying to download a file to test the Internet speed. You can perform a speed test on your computer. IMPORTANT: If you still encounter problems connecting your iphone to your Linksys wireless network after verifying that you have the correct network settings, you may need to check other factors affecting your device s connectivity. To learn how, click here. 10

11 Connecting your ipad to your wireless network This article will guide you on how to connect your iphone to your wireless network. Before doing so, make sure you take note of your wireless network name (SSID) and security key or password (listed on the bottom of your router). NOTE: Make sure your other devices and computers on your network have active Internet connection. Step 1: On your ipad s Home Screen, tap Settings. Step 2: Select Wi-Fi. NOTE: If the Wi-Fi feature is OFF, slide the Wi-Fi switch to the right to activate. Step 3: On the right navigation, tap on your wireless network s name. NOTE: In this example, ShinyPenguin is used. 11

12 NOTE: If the ipad can t detect your wireless network s name, but your other devices can, try enabling and disabling the Wi-Fi feature of the ipad. If you still can t see the network, powercycle the ipad by powering it OFF then ON. Step 4: Enter your network s Password in the available field. Tap Join. Your ipad should now be connected to your wireless network. 12

13 You should see a solid Airport icon on the upper-left corner of your ipad, when you are already connected to the network. The number of signal bars shows the strength of the connection between the router and your ipad s adapter. However, it has no bearing on your network speed. If you are having problems connecting your ipad to your wireless network, try to do the following: Check the Airport icon in the upper-left corner of the screen for the signal strength of the connection between your router and your iphone. If you are still unable to connect to your secured wireless network despite entering the correct security key or password, you may try powering your iphone OFF then switch it back ON. Also, you may try disabling the network security settings first then reconnect your ipad to the network. Once you have connected to the wireless network, try setting up your router s wireless security settings again. If you encounter the Unable to join the network error message, it could mean that the Wireless MAC Filter feature of your router is enabled, or the DHCP Server is disabled. You need to make sure that the Wireless MAC Filter of your router is disabled and the DHCP Server is enabled to be able to connect to your wireless network. You may also need to check the wireless settings of your router. NOTE: The signal bars in the Airport icon has no bearing on the network speed. You can perform a speed test or observe the download speed by trying to download a file to test the Internet speed. You can perform a speed test on your computer. IMPORTANT: If you still encounter problems connecting your ipad to your Linksys wireless network after verifying that you have the correct network settings, you may need to check other factors affecting your device s connectivity. To learn how, click here. 13

14 Connecting Your BlackBerry to Your Wireless Network This article will provide instructions on how to connect a BlackBerry phone to your wireless network. BlackBerry Connection Settings: Step 1: Go to Manage Connections and click Set Up Wi-Fi Network. NOTE: Ensure that Wi-Fi On is selected. Step 2: On the Set Up Wi-Fi dialogue box, click Next. Step 3: Select Scan for Networks. 14

15 Step 4: Select a Wi-Fi network. Step 5: Specify the security type WPA2 and press Connect. If prompted, enter your wireless network s password or passphrase. NOTE: There is a possibility that the Wi-Fi Security screen will only prompt you to enter the wireless network s password or Pre-Shared Key directly. In this case, enter the password, then click Connect. Step 6: A prompt to save the Wi-Fi network connection as a profile will appear. To add the Wi-Fi network, select Yes and enter a name in the Save this Wi-Fi Network as a Profile field Step 7: Click Finish to complete the Wi-Fi connection setup. 15

16 Connecting your Android smartphone to your wireless network Before connecting your Android smart phone to your wireless network, ensure that you take note of the wireless setting of your router located on the bottom of your router. These include your router s wireless network name (SSID) and wireless security or password. Step 1: On your Home screen, tap. Step 2: Tap option. Step 3: Tap Wi-Fi Settings. NOTE: Make sure the Wi-Fi option is checked or turned ON. Step 4: Tap your wireless network name (SSID) on the list of Wi-Fi networks. NOTE: You will see your router s Security mode and Signal strength. Step 5: Enter your wireless network's Password or Passphrase and tap Connect. QUICK TIP: Passwords are case-sensitive. Tap the Show password check box to make sure you re typing the password correctly 16

17 Your Android smartphone is now connected to your wireless network. You can now access the Internet. You should see a solid Wi-Fi icon on the upper portion of your Android Phone, when you are already connected to the network. The number of signal bars shows the strength of the connection between the router and your Android Phone s adapter. However, it has no bearing on your network speed. If you are having problems connecting your Android phone to your wireless network, try to do the following: Check the Wi-Fi icon in the upper portion of the screen for the signal strength of the connection between your router and your Android phone. If you are still unable to connect to your secured wireless network despite entering the correct security key or password, you may try powering your cell phone OFF then switch it back ON. Also, you may try disabling the network security settings first then reconnect your Android phone to the network. If you encounter the Unable to join the network error message, it could mean that the Wireless MAC Filter feature of your router is enabled, or the DHCP Server is disabled. You need to make sure that the Wireless MAC Filter of your router is disabled and the DHCP Server is enabled to be able to connect to your wireless network. You may also need to check the wireless settings of your router. 17

18 Connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network Before connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network, ensure that you take note of the wireless setting of your router located on the bottom of your router. These include your router s wireless network name (SSID) and wireless security or password. Step 1: On your Home screen, tap. Step 2: Tap. Step 3: On the Wireless and networks category, tap Wi-Fi settings. NOTE: Make sure that the Wi-Fi checkbox is checked. Step 4: Tap your wireless network name (SSID), then enter your Password. QUICK TIP: To view your password, tap the Show password checkbox. If you didn t set up a password for your wireless network, click OK after tapping your network name. 18

19 Step 5: Tap Ok. You are now connected successfully to your wireless network. The Wi-Fi networks will indicate that your Android table is connected to a wireless network. You can also tap your wireless network name to check the IP address of your Android tablet. You should see a solid Wi-Fi icon on the upper portion of your Android tablet, when you are already connected to the network. The number of signal bars shows the strength of the connection between the router and your Android Phone s adapter. However, it has no bearing on your network speed. If you are having problems connecting your Android tablet to your wireless network, try to do the following: Check the Wi-Fi icon in the upper portion of the screen for the signal strength of the connection between your router and your Android tablet. If you are still unable to connect to your secured wireless network despite entering the correct security key or password, you may try powering your tablet OFF then switch it back ON. Also, you may try disabling the network security settings first then reconnect your Android tablet to the network. If you encounter the Unable to join the network error message, it could mean that the Wireless MAC Filter feature of your router is enabled, or the DHCP Server is disabled. You need to make sure that the Wireless MAC Filter of your router is disabled and the DHCP Server is enabled to be able to connect to your wireless network. You may also need to check the wireless settings of your router. 19

20 How to Wirelessly Connect the Wii to the Internet Description: Step by step instructions on how to connect the Wii to the Internet using a wireless connection. What to do: 1. Power on your Wii console and press the A Button on the Wii Remote to reach the Wii main menu. Use the Wii Remote to select the "Wii" button. 2. Select "Wii Settings" to access the "Wii System Settings" menu. 3. Using the arrow on the right side of the screen, scroll to page two and select "Internet." 4. Select "Connection Settings." 20

21 5. Select "Connection 1: None." If you do not have an empty connection slot, you will need to clear a slot. (How To) 6. Click on "Wireless Connection," then click "Search for an Access Point." If using a wired Internet connection, click here for specific help. 7. Select "OK." The Wii will display all the wireless networks it finds. 8. Select the wireless network that is yours. 21

22 Asked to enter a security key? If you are prompted to "Enter the Password or Key," then the wireless network you are trying to connect to has wireless security turned on. You will need to type in your security key or password and select "OK." 9. Select "OK," "Save Settings," and then "Yes." The Wii console will run a connection test with your wireless network. When the test is completed, you should see the following screen: As long as you see "The connection test was successful," the "Wii Support Code" does not matter and can be ignored. If the connection test succeeds, then your Wii is now connected to the internet. If the connection test was not successful, you will receive an error code. Error Code or 52130: This means the security code you entered into the Wii is not the same one your router is set to. Look in your router's settings and try again. Please refer to step eight (8) above for more information. All other error codes: Try our error code troubleshooting where we have detailed information on many common error codes. (You can ignore any "Wii Support Code" you receive on a connection test.) 22

23 Connecting your Xbox 360 to your wireless network You can connect your Xbox 360 console to Xbox LIVE using your existing wireless network. Which console do you have? Original Xbox 360 console Xbox 360 S console Original Xbox 360 console If you have an original Xbox 360 console, you need an Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter to connect your console to your wireless network: Xbox 360 Wireless N and G Networking Adapters For more information please see: How to connect an Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter Xbox 360 S console The Xbox 360 S console has built in Wi-Fi. If you have a wireless network, you don t need anything else. 23

24 The Xbox 360 S console s built-in Wi-Fi communicating with a wireless router Note You can use an Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter with the Xbox 360 S console. If your wireless router is not near your console, you may get a better wireless signal by using a wireless networking adapter. When you connect an Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Adapter to an Xbox 360 S console, the console will automatically use the wireless adapter instead of the built-in Wi-Fi. MORE INFORMATION Here s how to configure your wireless settings: 1. Go to the Settings hub, and then select System. 2. Select Network Settings. 3. If you are prompted to select a wireless network, complete these steps; otherwise, skip to step 4. a. Select the name of your wireless network. b. Enter your wireless network password and select Done. c. The console will automatically try connecting to Xbox LIVE. If you get an error message, go to the following webpage for help: support.xbox.com/pages/xbox-live/troubleshoot/connection-issues/connect-xboxlive.aspx 4. Note If you do not see the name of your wireless network, select Advanced Options. Then select Specify Unlisted Network and enter your wireless network name. Select your wireless security type (WEP, WPA, WPA, or No Security). This security type needs to match the security of your wireless network. Select Configure Network. On the Basic Settings tab, select Wireless Mode. Note If wireless mode is not available and you are using the black Wireless N Networking Adapter, try using the software installation disc included with the adapter. For more information about how to do this, please see the following article: How to set up the Xbox 360 Wireless N Networking Adapter Select Scan for Networks. 24

25 Select your wireless network name. If your network is not listed, try the following:. Select Specify Unlisted Network, and enter your wireless network name (also referred to as your Service Set Identifier [SSID]). a. Select your wireless security: WPA2. If you can t connect to your wireless network, try improving your wireless signal using the tips in the following article: Enter your wireless network password, and then select Done. Note Make sure that you have entered the correct password. An incorrect password might allow your console to connect to your wireless network, but you might receive an IP address error when you test your Xbox LIVE connection. Press B on your controller, and then select Test Xbox LIVE Connection. If you successfully connect to Xbox LIVE, you ll see this screen: Select Yes, if you are prompted to update console software. If you get an error message, go to the following webpage for help: support.xbox.com/pages/xbox-live/troubleshoot/connection-issues/connect-xboxlive.aspx 25

26 Connecting Windows and MAC OS computers to your wireless network Connecting to the wireless network using: Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X Windows 7 Step 1: Click the Network icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Step 2: Select your network from the list and click Connect. 26

27 Step 3: On the Connect to a Network window, enter your Security key or Passphrase and click OK. Wait while your computer tries to connect to your network. The computer has been successfully connected to the wireless network once it will display the Wireless Connection icon. The actual number of signal bars displayed indicates the approximate assessment of speed and throughput, which shows the strength of the connection between the router and the adapter. It has no bearing on the Internet speed. 27

28 Windows Vista Step 1: Right-click the Network network. icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen and select Connect to a Step 2: Select your network then click Connect. 28

29 Step 3: Enter your Security key or Passphrase then click Connect. QUICK TIP: Click Display characters to see the characters that you re typing in. The Security key or Passphrase is case-sensitive. Step 4: Click Close when you have successfully connected to your network. 29

30 NOTE: If you want to automatically connect to the wireless network when it is in range, select Save this network and Start this connection automatically options. The computer is successfully connected to the wireless network if you are able to see this icon taskbar. on your NOTE: If you are still encountering difficulties connecting to the wireless network, click here. Windows XP Step 1: Right-click on the Wireless Connection icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen and select View Available Wireless Networks. NOTE: If you are using a third party wireless configuration software such as IntelPro Wireless Utility or Dell WLAN, contact your computer manufacturer or refer to your computer's documentation for assistance. Step 2: Select your wireless network from the list then click Connect. 30

31 If the computer is not detecting any signal or is not seeing any wireless network, click Refresh network list. Step 3: Enter and confirm your Network key, then click Connect. The Wireless Connection icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen will light up if you are connected to the wireless network. If you are encountering difficulties connecting to the wireless network, click here. Mac OS X Step 1: Click on the Airport icon and select your network from the list. 31

32 Step 2: Enter your Password then click Join. 32

33 QUICK TIP: You can check Show password to see the characters that you re typing in. Wait while your computer tries to connect to your network. You can also selectremember this network to automatically connect to the network whenever it is in range. NOTE: A solid icon indicates that your Mac computer is connected wirelessly to the network. The actual number of signal bars displayed indicates the approximate assessment of speed and throughput, which shows the strength of the connection between the router and the adapter. It has no bearing on the Internet speed. If you are having difficulty connecting to the network, you can try the following tips for better connection: If the computer is not detecting any signal or is not seeing any wireless network, make sure to check that the wireless capability of your laptop is enabled. Refer to your laptop s manual or contact your laptop s manufacturer for assistance in enabling the wireless capability. If the computer is not detecting your router s signal, ensure that the wireless computer is just about three (3) to 10 feet away from the router when trying to connect to your wireless network. If you are using a Linksys wireless adapter, check if it is working properly. For instructions, click here. You can also check for your wireless utility, if there are two (2) utilities installed, disable one of them. For instructions, click here. You can also use another computer to isolate the problem. If your computer was previously connected to a wireless network, changing to a wired connection may require you to disable any wireless utility and enable the local network connection in order for the wired connection to work properly. You can also verify the wireless settings, IP address, or try pinging the router if you are still encountering difficulties connecting to the wireless network. For more troubleshooting tips, click here. 33