How To Disable The Ethernet Port Status Lights; How To Test Your Internet Connection - Cisco Linksys EA2700 User Manual

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How to disable the Ethernet port status lights

Why would I want to disable the Ethernet port status lights? Depending on
the placement of the router in a home, you might find the lights distracting.
You can easily disable the lights using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi.
To disable the lights:
1. Log into Linksys Smart Wi-Fi. (See "How to configure your router" on page
14.
2. Under Router Settings, click Connectivity.
3. Click the Basic tab.
4. Under Port Lights, click the ON/OFF button.

How to test your Internet connection

What utilities are included in my router to test my Internet connection?
Your router includes two diagnostic tests, Ping and Traceroute, that let you
check network connections, including network devices and your Internet
connection.
To diagnose your Internet connection:
1. Log into Linksys Smart Wi-Fi. (See "How to configure your router" on page
14.
2. Under Router Settings, click Troubleshooting.
3. Click the Diagnostics tab.
4. To check whether an address can be reached:
a. Under Ping IPv4, enter an IP address or URL into the IP or host name
field.
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