Linksys RVS4000 Instructions for use

Model No.
Model No.
QUICK INSTALLATION
BUSINESS SERIES
4-Port Gigabit
Package Contents
•UserGuideonCD-ROM
•NetworkCable
• Power Adapter
•Stands
•RegistrationCard
• Quick Install Guide
1
NOTE: Before setting up the
Router, make sure your PCs are
configured to obtain an IP (or
TCP/IP) address automatically
from the Router.
ABefore you begin, make sure
that you have the setup
information for your specific
type of Internet connection.
The installation technician
from your ISP should have left
this information with you after
installing your broadband
connection. If not, you can call
your ISP to request the
settings.
BMake sure that all of your
network’s hardware is
powered off, including the
Router, PCs, and cable or DSL
modem.
CConnect one end of an
Ethernet network cable to one
of the LAN ports (labeled 1-4)
on the back of the Router, and
the other end to an Ethernet
port on a PC.
DRepeat step C to connect
more PCs, a switch, or other
network devices to the Router.
EConnect a different Ethernet
network cable from your
cable or DSL modem to the
Internet port on the Router’s
back panel.
FPower on the cable or DSL
modem.
GConnect the power adapter to
the Router’s Power port, and
then plug the other end into
an electrical outlet.
HThe Power and Internet LEDs
on the front panel will light up
green as soon as the power
adapter is connected
properly.
IPower on the PCs.
JThe Router’s hardware
installation is now complete.
Connect the Router
Model No. RVS4000
Security Router
WIRED
with VPN
C
E
G

EFor the Connection Type
setting, six connection types
are offered through the
drop-down menu. Each Setup
screen and available features
will vary depending on which
connection type you select.
Internet Connection Type
Automatic Configuration -
DHCP: If you are connecting
through DHCP or a dynamic IP
address from your ISP, keep
this default setting.
Static IP: If your ISP assigns
you a static IP address, select
Static IP from the drop-down
menu. Complete the Internet
IP Address, Subnet Mask,
Default Gateway, and DNS
fields. You need to enter at
least one DNS address.
PPPoE: If you are connecting
through PPPoE, select PPPoE
from the drop-down menu.
Complete the User Name and
Password fields.
PPTP: PPTP is a service used in
Europe only. If you are using a
PPTP connection, check with
your ISP for the necessary
setup information.
Heartbeat Signal. Heartbeat
Signal is used primarily in
Australia. Check with your ISP
for the necessary setup
information.
L2TP. L2TP is used mostly in
Europe. Check with your ISP
for the necessary setup
information.
FWhen you are finished
entering your Internet
connection settings, click the
Save Settings button to save
your changes.
GRestart or power on your PCs
so they can obtain the router's
new settings.
HTest the setup by opening
your web browser from any
computer and entering
http://www.linksys.com/
registration.
Congratulations! The installation
of the Router is complete.
These instructions will show you
how to configure the Router. You
only need to configure the Router
once using any computer you have
set up.
AOpen your web browser. Enter
http://192.168.1.1 in its
Address field. Press the Enter
key.
BA password request screen
will appear. Enter the default
user name and password,
admin, in lowercase letters in
the User Name and Password
fields. (For added security, you
should later set a new
password, using the
Administration tab’s
Management screen of the
web-based utility). Then click
the OK button.
CThe web-based utility will
appear with the Setup tab and
IP Mode selected. Click on the
WAN option under the Setup
tab.
DIf requested by your ISP
(usually cable ISPs), complete
the Host Name and Domain
Name fields, and the MTU and
MTU Size fields. Otherwise,
leave the defaults.
Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of
Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S.
and certain other countries. Copyright © 2006
Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
RVS4000-QI-60524NC RR
For additional information or troubleshooting help,
refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM. You can
also call or e-mail for further support.
24-hour Technical Support
800-326-7114
(toll-free from US or Canada)
E-mail Support
[email protected]
Website
http://www.linksys.com or
http://support.linksys.com
RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization)
http://www.linksys.com/support
FTP Site
ftp://ftp.linksys.com
Sales Information
800-546-5797 (800-LINKSYS)
2Configure the Router
A
C
B
Automatic - DHCP
Static IP
PPPoE
PPTP
NOTE: For more advanced
settings and security options,
refer to the User Guide on the
RVS4000 CD-ROM.
Heartbeat Signal
L2TP