User Guide Linksys X-Series Wireless Router with ADSL2+ Modem
Linksys X-Series Contents Contents Product Overview Advanced Configuration X1000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Top Back Wall-mounting placement 1 1 2 X3500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Top Back Wall-mounting placement 3 3 4 Set up your modem-router automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Linksys X-Series Product Overview Product Overview X1000 Back Top DSL port—Connects to the ADSL line. Ethernet—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is successfully connected to a device through that port. Wi-Fi Protected Setup™—The LED is continuously lit when a Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ connection is successfully established. The LED blinks slowly while Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ is setting up a connection, and blinks rapidly if an error occurs.
Linksys X-Series Product Overview Wall-mounting placement The router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between the slots is 75.6 mm. Two screws are needed to mount the router. Suggested Mounting Hardware 3-5 mm 7-8 mm 1.5-2 mm Note Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wallmounting 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.
Linksys X-Series X3500 Product Overview Back Top 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—If the LED is continuously lit, the modem router is successfully connected to a device through that port. Wi-Fi Protected Setup™—The LED is continuously lit when a Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ connection is successfully established.
Linksys X-Series Product Overview Wall-mounting placement The router has two wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between the slots is 82,5 mm. Two screws are needed to mount the router. Suggested Mounting Hardware 3-5 mm 7-8 mm 1.5-2 mm Note Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wallmounting 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.
Linksys X-Series Installation Installation Set up your modem-router automatically (X1000 screens shown.) 1. Insert the CD into your CD or DVD drive. 2. Click Set up your Linksys Router. •• Modem router: Use the X1000/X3500 as both a DSL modem and a router. If you have a DSL Internet service provider, this option provides Internet access and networking connectivity to your home’s computers, without the need for a separate modem and router.
Linksys X-Series b. Connect the gray cable to the modem-router’s DSL port and to a telephone jack on your wall, then click Next. Installation Set up your modem-router manually Note Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router. If you cannot run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below. Note If you are setting up your modem-router in New Zealand, see “NOTE FOR USERS IN NEW ZEALAND” on page 8. Connect your modem-router You are asked to enter your ISP information. c.
Linksys X-Series 5. Connect the other end of the phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL service or microfilter. Note If you experience static on your phone line, you may need a microfilter or splitter. (This is required for users in the UK; other users should contact their ISPs to verify. ISDN users do not need a microfilter.) If you require a microfilter, you must install one for each phone or fax that you use.
Linksys X-Series NOTE FOR USERS IN NEW ZEALAND How to use Cisco Connect How to use Cisco Connect To set up the device, follow these instructions: 1. Access the Setup > Basic Setup screen. 2. Select RFC 2364 PPPoA from the Encapsulation drop-down menu. 3. For the Virtual Circuit ID, enter 0 for the VPI and 100 for the VCI. 4. Select VC for Multiplexing. 5. Select Multimode from the DSL Modulation drop-down menu. Cisco Connect provides an easy way to manage your router and network.
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. 1. To connect another computer or device to the router, click Add device. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. 1. To change settings, click Change. The Router settings screen appears.
Linksys X-Series Easy Setup Key Update or create key The Easy Setup Key (not included) is a USB flash drive that holds the wireless settings for the router. If you want to create or update an Easy Setup Key, click this option. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. Internet Speed Launch Test You can use the Internet speed test to determine your ISP’s current download and upload speeds. Connection speed depends on many factors, and may change throughout the day. To run the speed test, click this option.
Linksys X-Series 3. In the Password field, enter the password created by the setup software. If you did not run the setup software, then enter the default, admin. Note You can also access the browser‑based utility through Cisco Connect. 4. Click OK to continue. Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change the router’s general settings.
Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration Internet Connection Type Ethernet mode Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. The available types are: If you select Ethernet (router-only) mode, the following fields are available: •• Bridged Mode Only •• RFC 2684 Bridged •• RFC 2684 Routed •• IPoA •• RFC 2516 PPPoE •• RFC 2364 PPPoA Bridged Mode Only In this mode, only the DSL modem function is available, and all Gateway features are disabled.
Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration Internet Connection Type L2TP Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu. The available types are: Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that generally applies to connections in Israel.
Linksys X-Series Manual setup Set up the wireless network on this screen. Note After you set up the wireless network(s), set up the wireless security settings. Go to “Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings > Security Mode” on page 15. Advanced Configuration Network Mode Select the wireless standards your network will support. •• Mixed If you have Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B devices in your network, keep the default, Mixed.
Linksys X-Series SSID Broadcast When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with, they will detect the SSID broadcast by the router. To broadcast the router’s SSID, keep the default, Enabled. If you do not want to broadcast the router’s SSID, then select Disabled.
Linksys X-Series WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode Advanced Configuration WPA Personal Note If you select WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA2/WPA and the same passphrase. Note If you select WPA Personal as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA Personal and the same passphrase. Passphrase Enter a passphrase of 8-63 characters. The default is password.
Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration WPA2 Enterprise RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. 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.) RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default is 1812. Note If you select WPA2 Enterprise as your Security Mode, each device in your wireless network MUST use WPA2 Enterprise and the same shared key.
Linksys X-Series Advanced Configuration RADIUS Disabled This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the router.) If you choose to disable wireless security, you will be informed that wireless security is disabled when you first attempt to access the Internet. You will given the option to enable wireless security, or confirm that you understand the risks but still wish to proceed without wireless security.
Linksys X-Series Note Wi-Fi Protected Setup configures one client device at a time. Repeat the instructions for each client device that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Advanced Configuration •• Enter Client Device PIN on Router Use this method if your client device has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN (Personal Identification Number). Wi-Fi Protected Setup light activity •• •• The Cisco logo on the top panel of the router functions as the Wi-Fi Protected Setup light. a.
Linksys X-Series Wireless > Guest Access Advanced Configuration 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. The Guest Access feature does not provide access to the local network and its resources, so your guests will not have access to your computers or personal data.
Linksys X-Series Troubleshooting Troubleshooting X1000/X3500 Your computer cannot connect to the Internet. Follow the instructions until your computer can connect to the Internet: •• Make sure that the Modem Router is powered on. The Power LED should be green and not flashing. •• If the Power LED is flashing, then power off all of your network devices, including the Modem Router and computers. Then power on each device in the following order: a. Modem Router b.
Linksys X-Series The router does not have a coaxial port for the cable connection. A coaxial cable can connect to only a cable modem. Your modem router works as a modem with your ADSL Internet, but if you have cable Internet, your modem router should be connected to a separate cable modem. Insert the Setup CD into your computer and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your modem-router to a cable modem. You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect.
Linksys X-Series Specifications Specifications Linksys X1000 Environmental Model Name Linksys X1000 Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-3), Power Switch Port Speed 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) Buttons On/Off, Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ LEDs Power, Ethernet (1-3), Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wireless, Internet Radio Frequency 2.4 GHz Antennas 2 Internal Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2 Security Key Bits Up to 128-bit encryption UPnP Supported Certification FCC, UL/cUL, CE, K.
Linksys X-Series Specifications Linksys X3500 Environmental Model Name Linksys X3500 Ports DSL, Cable, Ethernet (1-4), Power, USB 2.0 Switch Port Speed 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) Buttons On/Off, Reset, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ LEDs Power, Ethernet (1-4), Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wireless, Internet Radio Frequency 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Antennas 5 Internal Security Features WEP, WPA, WPA2 Security Key Bits Up to 128-bit encryption UPnP Supported Certification FCC, UL/cUL, CE, K.
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