Linksys BEFSR81 Network Router User Manual


 
EtherFast Cable/DSL Router
Configuring Your Network with the
Cable/DSL Router
Now that the Cable/DSL Router is wired into your net-
work, you can begin configuring your system.
1. Open your web browser and type http://192.168.1.1 in the
browser’s Address box. This number is the default IP address of the Router.
Press Enter.
2. A User Name and password prompt will appear. Leave the User Name
box empty and type admin (the default password) in the Password box.
Click OK.
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4. Connect the power-supply cable to the Power port on the rear of the
Router, then plug the supplied AC power cable into a power outlet. Plug the
other end into the back of the power adapter.
• The Power LED will illuminate green as soon as the power adapter is
connected.
• The Diag LED will illuminate red for a few seconds while the Router
goes through its internal diagnostic test. The LED will turn off when the
self-test is complete.
5. Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
6. Press the Reset button on the back of the Router. Hold the button in for
three seconds, or until the Diag LED illuminates red. This restores the
router’s default settings.
The Hardware Installation is complete.
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Configuring the Cable/DSL Router
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If the TCP/IP
protocol is not config-
ured on your PC, go
to page 38 of the
Appendix for TCP/IP
installation instruc-
tions now.
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