Cisco Linksys X-Series User Manual

Cisco Linksys X-Series User Manual

Linksys x-series wireless router with adsl2+ modem

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Linksys X-Series
Wireless Router with ADSL2+ Modem

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  • Page 1 User Guide Linksys X-Series Wireless Router with ADSL2+ Modem...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How to access Cisco Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Linksys X-Series Product Overview Product Overview X1000 Back DSL port—Connects to the ADSL line . Cable port—To use the modem router as only a router, use a network cable to connect this port to a separate modem’s Ethernet—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is LAN/Ethernet port .
  • Page 4: Wall-Mounting Placement

    3-5 mm 7-8 mm 1 .5-2 mm NOTE Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wall- mounting hardware . Follow these instructions: 1. Determine where you want to mount the router . Make sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy . Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet .
  • Page 5: X3500

    Linksys X-Series Product Overview X3500 Back DSL port—Connects to the ADSL line . Cable port—To use the modem router as only a router, use a network cable to connect this port to a separate modem’s LAN/Ethernet port . Ethernet port—Using Ethernet cables (also called network cables), Ethernet—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is...
  • Page 6: Wall-Mounting Placement

    3-5 mm 7-8 mm 1 .5-2 mm NOTE Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wall- mounting hardware . Follow these instructions: 1. Determine where you want to mount the router . Make sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat, dry, and sturdy . Also make sure the location is within reach of an electrical outlet .
  • Page 7: Installation

    Always do this for software and games: Install or run program Set up your Linksys Router Set up your Linksys Router Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC General options 5. If you chose Router only in Step 4:...
  • Page 8: Set Up Your Modem-Router Manually

    Linksys X-Series Installation Set up your modem-router manually b. Connect the gray cable to the modem-router’s DSL port and to a telephone jack on your wall, then click Next . NOTE Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router . If you cannot run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below .
  • Page 9: Set Up Your Modem-Router As Only A Router

    Linksys X-Series Installation Set up your modem-router as only a router 5. Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL service or microfilter . NOTE NOTE Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router . If you cannot If you experience static on your phone line, you may need a run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below .
  • Page 10: How To Use Cisco Connect

    1. Access the Setup > Basic Setup screen . 2. Select RFC 2364 PPPoA from the Encapsulation drop-down menu . Cisco Connect provides an easy way to manage your router and network . You can connect computers or devices to your router, give Internet access to guests 3.
  • Page 11: Main Menu - Computers And Devices

    Linksys X-Series How to use Cisco Connect Main Menu – Computers and Devices Main Menu – Router Settings Use this option to connect another computer or device to the router . Use this option to personalize the router’s settings .
  • Page 12: Advanced Configuration

    Register now to receive special offers and updates To sign up to receive special offers and updates from Cisco and Cisco partners, click this option . 1. To access the browser-based utility, launch the web browser on your Router details To view more information about the router, click this option .
  • Page 13: How To Use The Browser-Based Utility

    The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen . This allows you to change NOTE the router’s general settings . You can also access the browser-based utility through Cisco Connect . ADSL mode 4 . Click OK to continue .
  • Page 14: Ethernet Mode

    Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration Ethernet mode Internet Connection Type Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down If you select Ethernet (router-only) mode, the following fields are available: menu . The available types are: • Bridged Mode Only RFC 2684 Bridged •...
  • Page 15 Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration Internet Connection Type L2TP Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that generally applies to Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down connections in Israel . menu . The available types are: Connect on Demand or Keep Alive—The Connect on Demand and Keep...
  • Page 16: Manual Setup

    Network Mode In most network configurations, you should leave it set to exceed 32 keyboard characters . The default is Cisco followed by the last 5 digits Mixed (default) . of the router’s serial number, which is found on the bottom of the router . If you used the setup software for installation, then the default Network Name is 2.4 GHz wireless settings...
  • Page 17 . 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 . If you used the setup software for installation, then the default Network Name is changed to an easy-to-remember name .
  • Page 18 Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode WPA Personal NOTE NOTE If you select WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode as your Security Mode, each If you select WPA Personal as your Security Mode, each device device in your wireless network MUST use WPA2/WPA and the in your wireless network MUST use WPA Personal and the same same passphrase .
  • Page 19 Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration WPA2 Enterprise RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server . RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server . The default is 1812 . 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 .)
  • Page 20: Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration RADIUS Disabled This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server . (This If you choose to disable wireless security, you will be informed that wireless should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the router .) security is disabled when you first attempt to access the Internet .
  • Page 21 Repeat the instructions for each client device that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup . Wi-Fi Protected Setup light activity The Cisco logo on the top panel of the router functions as the Wi-Fi • a. Enter the PIN from the client device in the field on the router’s Wi-Fi Protected Setup light .
  • Page 22: Wireless > Guest Access

    Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration Wireless > Guest Access Change Click this option to change the Guest Password . The Change Guest Password screen appears . 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 .
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Linksys X-Series Troubleshooting Troubleshooting X1000/X3500 The computer cannot connect wirelessly to the network. Make sure the wireless network name or SSID is the same on both the computer Your computer cannot connect to the Internet. and the device . If you have enabled wireless security, then make sure the same security method and key are used by both the computer and the device .
  • Page 24 You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect. 3. The Password is displayed on the left side of the screen . To enter the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect, follow these steps: In Windows XP, you do not see the router in the My Network Places screen.
  • Page 25: Specifications

    Linksys X-Series Specifications Specifications Linksys X1000 Environmental Dimensions 180 x 34 x 167 mm (7,09 x 1,34 x 6,58") Model Name Linksys X1000 Weight 287 g (10,1 oz) Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-3), Power Power 12VDC, 1A Switch Port Speed...
  • Page 26: Linksys X3500

    Linksys X-Series Specifications Linksys X3500 Environmental Dimensions 215 x 40 x 200 mm (8,5 x 1,6 x 7,9”) Model Name Linksys X3500 Weight 451 g (15,9 oz) Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-4), Power, USB 2 .0 Power 12VDC, 1 .5A...
  • Page 27 Cisco, the Cisco logo, and Linksys are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries . A listing of Cisco’s trademarks can be found at www . c isco . c om/go/trademarks . All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners .

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