Linksys X1000 User manual

User Guide
Linksys X1000 N300 Wireless Router with ADSL2+ Modem

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Contents
Linksys X1000
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Product Overview
X1000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Top 1
Back 1
Wall-mounting placement 2
Installation
Set up your modem-router automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Set up your modem-router manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Connect your modem-router 4
Set up your modem-router as only a router 5
How to use Cisco Connect
How to access Cisco Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Main Menu – Computers and Devices 7
Main Menu – Parental Controls 7
Main Menu – Guest Access 7
Main Menu – Router Settings 7
Advanced Conguration
How to access the browser-based utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
How to use the browser-based utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Setup > Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
ADSL mode 9
Ethernet mode 10
Manual setup 12
Wi-Fi Protected Setup 13
Wireless > Wireless Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Personal Options 14
Oce Options 14
Wireless Security 14
Wireless > Guest Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Guest Access 18
Guest Instructions 18
Troubleshooting
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Specications
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Product Overview
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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. The LED is off when Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™ is idle.
Wireless—Lights up when the wireless feature is enabled. It flashes
when the modem router is actively sending or receiving data over the
network.
WAN—Lights up green when the modem router is connected directly
to an ADSL line. Lights up blue when the modem router is set up as
a router only and is connected to the internet through a separate
modem.
Internet— Lights up green when the modem router has an Internet
connection. Flashes green while the modem router is establishing the
Internet connection. Lights up red when the modem router cannot
obtain an IP address.
Power—Lights up green when the modem router is powered on.
When the modem router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during
every boot-up, the LED flashes. When the diagnostic is complete, the
LED is continuously lit. Lights up red when an error occurs.
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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), these Ethernet ports connect the modem router
to computers and other Ethernet network devices on your
wired network.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press this button to
have Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ search for your Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™-supported wireless device.
Reset button—This button allows you to reset the router
to its factory defaults. Press and hold the Reset button for
about five seconds.
Power port—The Power port connects to the included
power adapter.
Power button—Press | (on) to turn on the modem router.
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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 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.
2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure the holes are 75.6 mm apart.
3. Insert a screw into each hole and leave 3 mm of its head exposed.
4. Position the router so the wall-mount slots line up with the two screws.
5. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the router down
until the screws fit snugly into the wall-mount slots.
Wall-mounting template
Print this page at 100% size.
Cut along the dotted line, and place on the wall to drill precise spacing.
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Set up your modem-router automatically
1. Insert the CD into your CD or DVD drive.
2. Click Set up your Linksys Router.
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
AutoPlay
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
DVD/CD-RW Drive (E:) Linksys
Router Setup
AutoPlay
Always do this for software and games:
Install or run program
General options
Set up your Linksys Router
Published by Cisco Consumer Products LLC
Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel
Open folder to view files
using Windows Explorer
Speed up my system
using Windows ReadyBoost
If you do not see this:
•For Windows, click Start, Computer, then double-click the CD drive
and the Setup icon.
•For Mac, double-click the CD icon on your desktop, then double-click
the Setup icon.
3. Read the license terms, select the checkbox, then click Next.
4. At the How will you be using your X1000 screen, click Modem router or
Router only, then click Next.
•Modem router: Use the X1000 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.
•Router only: If you have a separate cable or DSL modem for Internet
access, this option provides networking connectivity to your home’s
computers.
The We are now setting up your Linksys X1000 screen opens. You are then
asked to connect your router’s cables.
5. If you chose Router only in Step 4:
a. Connect the power cable, then turn on the power switch.
b. Connect the blue cable to the Cable port on the back of your router
and to the modem.
c. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.
6. Or, if you chose Modem router in Step 4:
a. Connect the power cable. If your router has a power button, turn it
on.
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b. Connect the gray cable to the modem-router’s DSL port and to a
telephone jack on your wall, then click Next.
You are asked to enter your ISP information.
c. Select your region, click Next, then select your ISP. If prompted, enter
your DSL account name and password.
Or, to skip the automatic detection of your region and manually
configure your Internet connection, select My region is not in this
list, then click Next. Use information available from your ISP to
complete the remaining screens for DSL settings, Internet type, and
account information.
d. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup.
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 6.
Connect your modem-router
To connect your modem-router:
1. Power down all your network devices, including your computer(s) and
the modem-router. If you currently use a modem, disconnect it now—
the modem-router replaces your modem.
2. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your computer’s
Ethernet adapter and the other end to an Ethernet port on the back of
the modem-router.
3. Repeat step 2 for each additional computer or device that you want to
connect to the modem-router.
NOTE
If your computer’s Ethernet adapter is not set up, refer to the
Ethernet adapter’s documentation for more information.
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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. To install a microfilter, plug it into
a phone jack that has ADSL service, then connect one end of the
provided phone cable to the microfilter’s DSL port.
6. Connect one end of the power adapter cord to the Power port and the
other end to the electrical outlet.
7. Power on the computer that you will use to configure the modem-router.
8. The LEDs for Power, Wireless, and Ethernet (one for each connected
computer) should light up. If not, make sure the modem-router is
powered on and the cables are securely connected.
Set up your modem-router as only a router
NOTE
Run the Setup CD-ROM to install the modem-router. If you cannot
run the Setup CD-ROM, refer to the steps below.
To set up your modem-router as a router:
1. Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your computer’s
Ethernet adapter and the other end to an Ethernet port on the back of
the modem-router.
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the Cable port on the back of
the modem-router, then connect the other end to an available Ethernet/
LAN port on your modem.
3. Connect one end of the power adapter cord to the Power port and the
other end to the electrical outlet.
4. Power on the computer that you will use to configure the modem-router.
5. The LEDs for Power, Wireless, and Ethernet (one for each connected
computer) should light up. If not, make sure the modem-router is
powered on and the cables are securely connected.

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How to use Cisco Connect
Linksys X1000
NOTE FOR USERS IN NEW ZEALAND
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.
6. Enter your User Name and Password details from your ISP.
7. Click Save Settings.
How to use Cisco Connect
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
in your home, and change the router’s settings.
How to access Cisco Connect
Windows
Go to Start > All Programs > Cisco Connect.
Mac
Go to Go > Applications > Cisco Connect.
Main Menu
When Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appears and offers four options:
Computers and Devices, Parental Controls, Guest Access, and Router Settings.

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Main Menu – Computers and Devices
Use this option to connect another computer or device to the router.
1. To connect another computer or device to the router, click Add device.
Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Main Menu – Parental Controls
Parental controls restrict Internet access for up to five computers. For the
computers you select, you can block or limit Internet access to specific times.
You can also block specific websites.
1. To enable parental controls or change settings, click Change. Then,
follow the on-screen instructions.
Main Menu – Guest Access
Guest Access provides Internet access only; it does not provide access to the
local network and its resources. Guest Access helps minimize exposure of your
local network. To give Internet access to friends or family, provide the guest
network name and password displayed on this screen.
When a guest wants Internet access in your home, have the guest do the
following:
1. Connect to the wireless guest network, which is the name of your wireless
network followed by -guest.
2. Open a web browser.
3. On the login screen, enter the password of your guest network. Then
click Login.
4. To disable Guest Access or change settings, click Change. Then, follow
the on-screen instructions.
Main Menu – Router Settings
Use this option to personalize the router’s settings.
1. To change settings, click Change. The Router settings screen appears.
Personalize
Router name The name of the router is displayed (this is also the name of
your wireless network). To change the name, click Change. Then, follow the
on-screen instructions.
Password The password that protects access to the router’s settings is
displayed (this also protects wireless access to your local network). To change
the password, click Change. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
CAUTION
When you change the router name or password, the name or
password of your wireless network also changes, and the router
is reset. ALL computers and devices connected to your router will
momentarily lose their Internet connection. Wired computers and
devices will reconnect automatically; however, you will need to
reconnect all wireless computers and devices using the wireless
network’s new name or password.
Port Lights
on/off To allow the lights on the router to turn on, keep the default, on.

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Easy Setup Key
Update or create key The Easy Setup Key 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. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Other Options
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.
Router details To view more information about the router, click this option.
The Router details screen appears, displaying the Model name, Model number,
Serial number, Firmware version, Operating system, Software version,
Connection type (WAN), IP address (LAN), IP address (WAN), and Computer IP
address. (WAN stands for Wide Area Network, such as the Internet. IP stands for
Internet Protocol. LAN stands for Local Area Network.)
Advanced settings To access settings for advanced users, click this option.
Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
Advanced Configuration
After setting up the router with the setup software (located on the CD-ROM),
the router will be ready for use. If you would like to change its advanced
settings, or if the software does not run, use the router’s browser-based utility.
You can access the utility via a web browser on a computer connected to the
router. For more help with the utility, click Help on the right side of the screen
or go to our website.
How to access the browser-based utility
1. To access the browser-based utility, launch the web browser on your
computer, and enter the router’s default Internet Protocol (IP) address,
192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.
NOTE
You can also access the browser-based utility on Windows
computers by entering the device name in the Address field.
A login screen appears. (A similar screen appears for non-Windows 7
users.)
2. In the User name field, enter admin.