The Administration Tab; Figure 5-27: Security - Linksys WCG200 - Wireless-G Cable Gateway Wireless Router User Manual

Wireless-G Cable Gateway

The Administration Tab

Security Tab
The Security screen allows you to change the Gateway's access settings as well as configure the UPnP (Universal
Plug and Play) and Reporting features.
Security
To ensure the Gateway's security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Gateway's Web-
based Utility. The default password is admin.
• Gateway Password. It is recommended that you change the default password to one of your choice.
• Re-enter to confirm. Re-enter the Gateway's new Password to confirm it.
• Remote Administration. When enabled, the Web-based Utility can be accessed from the Internet. To connect,
type http://127.0.0.1:8080 in the web browser's Address field, but replace 127.0.0.1 with the WAN (Internet)
IP address of the Gateway.
• Administration Port. Enter the port number you will use to remotely access the Gateway. The default is 8080.
UPnP
UPnP allows Windows XP to automatically configure the Gateway for various Internet applications, such as
gaming and videoconferencing.
UPnP. To enable UPnP, click Enable.
Reporting
E-Mail Alerts. To enable E-Mail Alerts, click Enable.
• Your E-Mail Address. Enter the e-mail address that will receive alert logs in the field provided.
• Your SMTP Server Name. Enter the IP Address of the SMTP server.
Logs
You can view security events and have logs e-mailed to you.
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Cable Gateway
The Administration Tab

Figure 5-27: Security

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