Available Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Tools when accessing the router locally, remotely or if it is offline
Your Linksys cloud account allows you to access and manage your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi router locally or remotely. You can also access the router if it is offline, however some Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Tools may not be available. This article will discuss what tools are available if you are accessing your router locally, remotely or if it is offline.
| Router State | Online | Offline | Remote |
| Login credentials to use |
Linksys cloud account email address and password or the router administration password |
Router administration password | Linksys cloud account email address and password |
| Tool | Tools available based on the router's state | ||
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Device List/Network Map |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Guest Access | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parental Controls | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Media Prioritization/Device Prioritization | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Test/Speed Check | Yes | Yes | No |
| USB/External Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
Yes, except for the following settings:
|
| Troubleshooting | Yes | Yes |
Yes, except for the following settings:
NOTE: Some options may vary depending on your router.
|
| Wireless/Wi-Fi Settings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Security | Yes | Yes | Yes |
QUICK TIP: For older Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers (EA4500, EA3500, EA2700, and E4200 v2), you have the option to roll back the router's firmware to the classic web-based setup page. However, you will not be able to take full advantage of the features of the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router.
