Q. How can I setup my Linksys router to where no one can steal my internet? I have no cd, and I tried typing admin and password (in multiple ways) already, and it never logs me into the router? Please jhlp...
A. The login to most Linksys routers (usually IP address 192.168.1.1), is a blank username and "admin" (without the "'s) as the password. Here are some security steps I recommend.
Because routers differ as to details, I can't be specific about how to accomplish these actions, but they're almost all done from within the router's administration web pages. Note: It�s best to do them from a computer cabled (even just temporarily) to the router rather than wirelessly, especially since wireless administration will be deactivated by action #1.
Generally, to access your router�s administration pages, hook up a computer directly to the router and enter the router�s local IP address into a browser�s address window. See way below for details on finding your router's IP address.
1.Deactivate wireless access to your router's administration web pages so only a computer connected via an Ethernet cable can reach them. This won�t affect wireless use of the Internet, just wireless administration of the router. Even if you don�t want to leave a computer connected via a cable, leave the cable there for when you need it.
2.Turn off the SSID (network name) broadcast from the router. There's no need to advertise your network's presence. You're not running a hotspot; everyone who should be on your network should know its name.
3.Change your SSID from the default. Hackers know that routers come with default SSIDs and look for them. Even if the SSID isn't being broadcast, if a hacker knows its name, they can hop on board.
4.Set up encryption with an encryption key. The longer, the better. WPA (if your network and all your computers can support 802.11G) is better than WEP. WEP is better than nothing. Each of your wireless computers and devices will need this encryption key. Wired computers will not.
5.(Optional) Limit access to only the computers you want on the network via MAC filtering. (MAC refers to unique NIC (Network Interface Card) addresses, not Macintosh computers, and not IP addresses.) This isn't a defense against hardcore freeloaders -- it's possible to fake MAC addresses -- but it keeps out casual interlopers.
6.(Optional and only partially effective) Change the range of and/or limit the number of automatically assigned IP addresses (DHCP) to reduce the chance of extra users. Again, hackers know what ranges routers come from the factory with. Changing them makes it a little harder to hop on board.
Here�s how to find your router�s IP address:
1.Click on the Start->Run button.
2.In the text box, type
cmd
and press Enter.
3.A black "DOS box" will pop up. In it, enter
ipconfig /all
A bunch of gibberish will fill the box. Next to "Default Gateway" an IP address will appear. This is your router's IP address.
That should go far toward hardening your wireless network.
Because routers differ as to details, I can't be specific about how to accomplish these actions, but they're almost all done from within the router's administration web pages. Note: It�s best to do them from a computer cabled (even just temporarily) to the router rather than wirelessly, especially since wireless administration will be deactivated by action #1.
Generally, to access your router�s administration pages, hook up a computer directly to the router and enter the router�s local IP address into a browser�s address window. See way below for details on finding your router's IP address.
1.Deactivate wireless access to your router's administration web pages so only a computer connected via an Ethernet cable can reach them. This won�t affect wireless use of the Internet, just wireless administration of the router. Even if you don�t want to leave a computer connected via a cable, leave the cable there for when you need it.
2.Turn off the SSID (network name) broadcast from the router. There's no need to advertise your network's presence. You're not running a hotspot; everyone who should be on your network should know its name.
3.Change your SSID from the default. Hackers know that routers come with default SSIDs and look for them. Even if the SSID isn't being broadcast, if a hacker knows its name, they can hop on board.
4.Set up encryption with an encryption key. The longer, the better. WPA (if your network and all your computers can support 802.11G) is better than WEP. WEP is better than nothing. Each of your wireless computers and devices will need this encryption key. Wired computers will not.
5.(Optional) Limit access to only the computers you want on the network via MAC filtering. (MAC refers to unique NIC (Network Interface Card) addresses, not Macintosh computers, and not IP addresses.) This isn't a defense against hardcore freeloaders -- it's possible to fake MAC addresses -- but it keeps out casual interlopers.
6.(Optional and only partially effective) Change the range of and/or limit the number of automatically assigned IP addresses (DHCP) to reduce the chance of extra users. Again, hackers know what ranges routers come from the factory with. Changing them makes it a little harder to hop on board.
Here�s how to find your router�s IP address:
1.Click on the Start->Run button.
2.In the text box, type
cmd
and press Enter.
3.A black "DOS box" will pop up. In it, enter
ipconfig /all
A bunch of gibberish will fill the box. Next to "Default Gateway" an IP address will appear. This is your router's IP address.
That should go far toward hardening your wireless network.
What is Linksys and why can I connect to the Internet?
Q. I recently purchased a new laptop with a wireless card installed. I was very surprised to click on wireless networks and find one "linksys" listed. When I clicked on it, I connected to the internet. How does this work? Sorry, I'm a dim bulb when it comes to computers.
A. What you did was connect to the internet through a linksys router that is within your range. The system is unsecure hence no password. All linksys routers come out of the factory with a default network name of "linksys". It is possible for you to log on to the router itself by typing 192.168.1.1 into any browser. The default login name and password are admin:admin.
As mentioned above, this is an unsecure network which means any body can be logged on including potential hackers. If it is a close neighbor, just make sure you don't get them mad at you for using their system without permission.
As mentioned above, this is an unsecure network which means any body can be logged on including potential hackers. If it is a close neighbor, just make sure you don't get them mad at you for using their system without permission.
How to reset the linksys wrt54gs to original ip address and login information?
Q. I have a new internet address on my router for the internet and i forgot my stuff for the linksys router/bridge that i am using and now i need to restore it and connect it to my current router wirelessly and get the internet on there as well
A. Push a pin or tip of a paperclip inside the small hole at the back of the router. Hold it for at least 15 secs until the power light comes off and back on. That should reset the router to defaults.
How can i make my Linksys wireless Work?
Q. I have the Linksys Wireless G With speed Booster. But i don't have the cd to install with,i was looking websites to find the driver but i can't find it!
Does anyone know where can i download the driver so i can work?
Does anyone know where can i download the driver so i can work?
A. you don't need a cd... just plug your computer into one of the 4 LAN ports on the linksys, and connect the DSL/Cable Modem into the WAN port.
open a browser window on your computer and type: 192.168.1.1 into the address bar... the password window will come on your screen... the default password is 'ADMIN' and leave the login window empty.
you may want to hold the reset button in for 20 seconds before trying the above steps... that way, all the settings go back to factory defaults and you will have full access to the router.
open a browser window on your computer and type: 192.168.1.1 into the address bar... the password window will come on your screen... the default password is 'ADMIN' and leave the login window empty.
you may want to hold the reset button in for 20 seconds before trying the above steps... that way, all the settings go back to factory defaults and you will have full access to the router.
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