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Wireless-N USB Adapter (AE1200)
• Wireless-N (2.4GHz)
• High speed up to 300 Mbps
• Ideal for web surfing, email and chat
Limited Warranty And Support Offerings
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Guide Me provides step-by-step solutions and troubleshooting tips. FAQs are frequently asked product questions. Select Downloads for user guides and firmware updates.
- Overview
- Guide Me
- FAQs
- Product Information
- Key features of Linksys Wireless-N and Wireless-AC adapters
- Getting to know the Linksys AE1200
- Cisco Connect Frequently Asked Questions
- List of devices compatible with Windows 7
- Linksys adapters that are compatible with Windows 7
- Identifying known Linksys network adapters that are compatible with Windows Vista
- Setting up your Adapter
- Setting up the Linksys wireless-N adapter using the setup CD
- Setting up a Linksys Wireless-N adapter
- Manually installing a wireless network adapter on a Windows 7/Vista computer
- Installing a wireless USB adapter on a computer with Windows XP operating system
- Downloadable user guides for Linksys adapters
- Downloading the latest driver for your Linksys wireless USB adapter
- Adding computers, smartphones, gaming consoles and other devices
- Checking Valet name and password in Cisco Connect
- Connecting to a wireless network using Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC)
- Connecting to a wireless network with SSID Broadcast disabled
- Connecting a wireless computer to the Guest network
- Connecting wireless computers to your network
- How to connect additional computers to your Linksys Wi-Fi Router using Cisco Connect
- Difference between adding a second computer and adding a Guest computer to the network
- Checking if the Wireless Adapter is Properly Installed
- Enabling the Linksys wireless adapter
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Accessing Advanced settings through Cisco Connect
- How to disable your computer manufacturer’s wireless connection utility
- Uninstalling a Linksys wireless adapter driver
- Overcoming program compatibility issue in Windows 7
- Resolving an inactive wireless network adapter
- Improving weak signals of network adapters on Windows
- Updating the wireless adapter’s drivers for Windows Vista
- Updating the driver of your Linksys Wireless-N USB Adapter
- Forums
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AE1200 Linux Driver
hi, i need to install AE1200 on Fefora machine.
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Guest access won't prompt password dialogue
Hello All: For weeks guest access to my E3000 worked fine. Today I have a friend come over, his XP connects to the...
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How to select 5GHz band for AE1000?
Always have 2 different SSID's. Example. HomeNetwork HomeNetwork5G Always conflicts when you name them the same as you are...
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E3000 Changing guest network name
When I first configured the E3000 I called the device CiscoRouter, and I had:a) CiscoRouterb) CiscoRouter-guest I then...
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AE1000 disconnects from system
I recently purchased two of these units. One used with a quad core AMD rig and another with a single core AMD rig. Both...
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Cisco Connect Software Download
I just purchased the E3000. I am trying to set up my laptop with Cisco Connect software but my CD seems to be broken...
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AE1000 Installation Trouble in Win7 32-bit Professional
Seemed to be a BIOs issue. I built this comp in March 2010, but the BIOs was evidently a little older than the adapter.Everything's...
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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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Port forwarding questions
Finally figured out that it is an issue with the ports being blocked from my workplace, which is where I was trying to connect...
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Block specific external ip address
Not possible.1. Unless you forward a port the server can't be accessed anyway.2. If you forward a port to the server set...
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Auto DHCP and Static IP together
Definitely! That's the usual practice, if you have devices that needs port forwarding you set static IP address on it. Just...
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File sharing with AVG 8.5 FW doesn't work
I had a similar problem, and it turned out to be because I didn't create a new profile in the Firewall in AVG 8.5 Internet...
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VPN connection Problem
The port forwarding is under the Applications Gaming then Port Range Forward. The application filed can be anything you...
- 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.
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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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Downloads
Please ensure you select the correct hardware version as not all downloads are compatible with your device.
Free Software notice for certain products, click here.
XP Driver
06/10/2011
Ver.5.100.68.46
Download
2.97 MB(Driver)
Release Notes
Vista Driver
06/10/2011
Ver.5.100.243.6
Download
10.1 MB(Driver)
Release Notes
Windows 7 Driver
06/10/2011
Ver.5.100.68.46
Download
10 MB(Driver)
Release Notes
Cisco Connect Setup Software for PC
11/21/2011
Ver.2.1.0.6
Download
30.9 MB(Cisco Connect Setup Software for PC)
Release Notes
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Forums
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AE1200 Linux Driver
hi, i need to install AE1200 on Fefora machine.
-
Guest access won't prompt password dialogue
Hello All: For weeks guest access to my E3000 worked fine. Today I have a friend come over, his...
-
How to select 5GHz band for AE1000?
Always have 2 different SSID's. Example. HomeNetwork HomeNetwork5G Always conflicts when you name them...
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Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.
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