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EtherFast® Cable/DSL Wireless Ready Router with 4-port (BEFSR41W)
• Expandable to support wireless networking
• Supports IPSec and PPTP Pass-Thru
• Compatible with Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
• Configurable through your networked PC's web browser
Support Sections
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
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- FAQs
- Setting up your router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Determining the correct MTU size to resolve intermittent wired connections
- Assigning a static IP address on a wired computer
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the router’s web-based setup page
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Resetting the Linksys router to factory default
- Cascading or Connecting a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up port range forwarding on Linksys wireless-N routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Configuring File and Printer Sharing on Windows 7, Vista and XP
- Setting up your router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Determining the correct MTU size to resolve intermittent wired connections
- Assigning a static IP address on a wired computer
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the router’s web-based setup page using a Mac® computer
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Resetting the Linksys router to factory default
- Cascading or Connecting a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up port range forwarding on Linksys wireless-N routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Configuring File and Printer Sharing on Windows 7, Vista and XP
- Forums
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How to determine version number of BEFCMU10
I'm looking to buy a modem off ebay and the guy can't find the version #. Seeing how I've never seen a BEFCMU10, I assumed...
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Connecting to Wireless Network
Hey, I've been having a ton of problems with fixing my connection with my wireless network. A few months ago, I lost...
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IIssue with Nat type 3 on PS3
*THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN SOLVED* I solved this issue after it seemed like I tryed everything but nothing worked....
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Wan not working........Uplink does. Why?
If you connect the modem to the uplink port of the router you basically bypass the router. It's almost the same as if you...
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Linksys router BEFSR41 ver-2
I actually found this link and I followed it exactly and I have revived the router with firmware upgrade, since I had diag...
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BEFSR41 Port Forwarding Save Changes Button Missing
Disable your security software on your computer. AntiVirus and Personal Firewalls like to mess with the JavaScript embedded...
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Rotuer Security Question
Hello. Click here to see the differences between security modes. WPA2 Personal wireless MAC filter should be good ...
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WAG320N Static Route
Again: the WAG320N does not support this kind of setup. It does not allow you to define directly delivered static routes...
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E4200 Static IP Issues
Haha! Oh man! Late nights just aren't good. I realized my error in the morning. I had previous used the Advanced Routing...
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IP address? DHCP?
The AM200 is router with integrated modem. That's the main problem. I would recommend only to use a single router.Two recommended...
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Cannot renew ip address
Un-install the adapter software/linksys monitor and install only the drivers... Remove the Linksys Adapter and un-install...
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Monitoring channels/signal strength
This generally requires two devices. One transmitting a signal and one receiving the signal. Until now we have a WRT54GL....
- 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
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Firmware
11/21/2002
Ver.1.1.17
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598 KB(Firmware)
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Forums
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How to determine version number of BEFCMU10
I'm looking to buy a modem off ebay and the guy can't find the version #. Seeing how I've never seen...
-
Connecting to Wireless Network
Hey, I've been having a ton of problems with fixing my connection with my wireless network. A few...
-
IIssue with Nat type 3 on PS3
*THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN SOLVED* I solved this issue after it seemed like I tryed everything but...
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