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Cisco Network Magic Essentials (CNMESS)
• Share music, photos, and files and print from any computer
• Helps protect your network from intruders
• Repair connections to help you can get and stay online
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- Product Information
- Network Magic Frequently Asked Questions
- Network Magic: Getting to know your router's username and password
- Differences between Network Magic versions
- Cisco Connect and Network Magic compatibility issues with OS X® Lion 10.7 and OS X Mountain Lion 10.8
- Network Magic installation and common issues
- Setting up your Network Magic
- Network Magic installation and common issues
- Setting up and changing the Network Magic password
- Using Go Wireless with Cisco Network Magic
- Uninstalling Network Magic from the computer
- Configuring Safe Web Surfing and Parental Controls through HND in Network Magic 5.5
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Sharing Folders and Printers in Network Magic
- Activating Additional Copies of Network Magic
- Adding Devices using Network Magic
- Changing the Wireless Protection on Cisco Network Magic
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Accessing Home Network Defender (HND) from Network Magic 5.5
- Changing the Router's Password using Network Magic 5.5
- Advanced configuration for firewall software to work with Network Magic
- Controlling Internet Access Using the Network Magic Software
- Checking updates for Network Magic
- Checking Connection Status using Network Magic
- Forums
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E3000 Issue with External Storage (Solved)
I recently bought an E3000 router because I wanted to hang a large USB drive off it to use as a backup disk for all of my...
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Problem with port forwarding on a WRT120N
It's true for UDP. It's UDP: it's packet-based. Unlike TCP where you have a "handshake" before you have a working...
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E2000--Can only connect wirelessly through Guest account
edremann wrote:I have a e1000 router and have two Toshiba notebooks that are set up with the same settings. I am upgrading...
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Can't Log-Out Router Setting 192.168.1.1
Found the Solution... Just uninstall the cisco setup software and the auto login will be gone.. hope cisco will fix thete...
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Can I print thru Ethernet port on WPS54GU2 instead of wireless?
Hi Can I use the WPS54GU2 Print Server as a 'wired' server (thru Ethernet) instead of using as a 'wireless' server?Would...
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westell 7500 and linksys e3200 problems
I used these instructions to put my Fairpoint westell 7500 modem/router into bridge mode: Then I hooked my new e3200 to...
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New E4200 will not connect
I just connected my new E4200 router, it worked fine until it recommended updating, as soon as it connected to do this,...
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Cisco Connect Advanced Settings
Yes, it possible to disable and later on enable wireless through Cisco Connect. Cisco Connect will still ...
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I fixed my Cisco Valet Plus M20 router
I had the same things going as a lot of you. Dropped network, internet, slow internet.1. It was my 2.5 year old cable modem. It...
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E3000 2.4Ghz connection and USB HDD speed
1. It's a router not a power house network attached storage. If you want a NAS with high performance get a NAS. The USB...
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ATHEROS AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi ADAPER
I have a new Linksys E2000, I was unable to connect one of my laptops to the internet, so I decided to call support...
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Cisco Connect Software thinks my internet connect is lost
Cisco Connect Software thinks my internet connection is lost but it is not. It wont take me any further than that. ...
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E3000 Configuration
I think you will need to reset the router and reconfigure the router.Who is your Internet service provider?You have already...
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e3000 not seeing a WD MyBook for Mac external 2 TB hard drive
Just purchased a LinkSys e3000 router and WD My Book for Mac (+ WD Smartware) for the purpose of backing up my two MacBook...
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X3000 vs WAG320N
The main differences between the 2 devices is that with X3000, it can be hooked up thru either dsl or cable connection since...
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Updating X3000 Modem Router
In reference to your post did you try to reset the gateway before upgrading the firmware? If not, I would suggest you to...
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Printer Network Storage with X3000 (for internet) & E4200V2...
1. The X3000 USB port is only for storagelink. Not for printing.2. You connect the E4200 in bridge mode the same way as...
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linksys e1000
Are their any compatibility issues with wireless adapters with the linksys e1000?
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E4200 setup
Had the 4200 about one month. Setup was easy and that part works fine. Finally got the server working. Change Computer and...
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AE2500 disconnects
Hello, i am using a Linksys AE2500 and it will randomly disconnect. the bar icon on the bottom right shows a yellow icon...
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EA4500?
They don't even list the E4200 on their support page anymore... guess that's it for future firmware
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X3000 Router - Unable to contact DHCP Server
I have been experiencing this problem for about a week or two...Every couple of hours all of my computers and devices on...
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AE1200 not detected by Setup program on Win7 Home Premium 64-bit
I have an HP G60-530US laptop with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit. I bought a Linksys AE1200 USB Wireless Network Adapter...
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E3000 Pressed reset button on back. I just want my old router back...
wumbo6 wrote:when i chatted with the cisco support guy he walked me through manually changing all my settings. yea i tried...
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Connect RE1000 via wired not wireless
Can the RE1000 connect to the network via the Ethernet jack? We've got a big house with plaster/metal lath walls and it...
- Downloads
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is M20.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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E-Series
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. The serial number is located underneath the device. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is WRT54G ver 6.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Silver
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRT54GX4.
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Wireless Routers with Voice Ports
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRTP54G V.2.
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Wireless VPN Routers
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRV54G.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is BEFSR41 ver.4.1.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PC Card or Card Bus
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WPC54G ver.7NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PCI Adapter
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WMP54G ver.4.1.
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USB Wireless Adapter
Step 1:
Look for the sticker around the device.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WUSB54G ver.4.
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PCI Adapters
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please take note of the exact model number and version. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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SE Switches
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located underneath the device. In this example, the model number of the device is SE1500.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is NMH410.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is DMC250.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Forums
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E3000 Issue with External Storage (Solved)
I recently bought an E3000 router because I wanted to hang a large USB drive off it to use as a backup...
-
Problem with port forwarding on a WRT120N
It's true for UDP. It's UDP: it's packet-based. Unlike TCP where you have a "handshake" before...
-
E2000--Can only connect wirelessly through Guest account
edremann wrote:I have a e1000 router and have two Toshiba notebooks that are set up with the same settings....
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.
Frequently asked questions
- Network Magic Frequently Asked Questions
- Network Magic: Getting to know your router's username and password
- Differences between Network Magic versions
- Cisco Connect and Network Magic compatibility issues with OS X® Lion 10.7 and OS X Mountain Lion 10.8
- Network Magic installation and common issues





