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HARDWARE INFORMATION

1.  What is the Linksys E9450 WiFi 6 Router?

The Linksys E9450 WiFi 6 Router is a dual-band router with 802.11ax standard that delivers an extremely fast speed of up to 5.4 Gbps. To learn more about the Linksys E9450, click here.

2.  Does the Linksys E9450 (US model) support the EasyMesh™ feature?

No.  The Linksys E9450 US model does not support the EasyMesh feature.

3.  Can I use a Linksys E9450 US model to extend my EasyMesh network using a Linksys E9450-AH, E9450-CN, E9450-JP, or E9450-KR model?

No.  You cannot use a Linksys E9450 US model to extend your EasyMesh network.

4.  Are there any products I can add to extend my WiFi network?

You can use the Linksys range extenders or any third-party range extenders to extend your WiFi network further.

5.  How many antennas does the Linksys E9450 have?

The Linksys E9450 has four internal antennas.

6.  What is the warranty period of the Linksys E9450?

The warranty period is dependent on the country of purchase. For more information about your device’s warranty, click here.

7.  What do the lights on the Linksys E9450 indicate?

To know about the Linksys E9450 light behavior, click here.

8.  Can I add a USB drive to the USB port on the router?

Yes.

SETUP AND INSTALLATION 

1.  What are the requirements for setting up the Linksys E9450?

Below are the requirements for setting up the Linksys E9450:

• A mobile device or computer
• An active internet connection
• Browser requirements for setup: 
  • The latest version of Google Chrome™, Firefox®, Safari® (for Mac® or iPad®), Microsoft Edge™ or Internet Explorer® version 8 or newer 

2.  How do I set up the Linksys E9450?

Setting up the Linksys E9450 is fast and easy. To learn how, click here.

3.  What are the default settings of the Linksys E9450?

Below are the default settings of the Linksys E9450:

• IP address - 192.168.1.1

• Router password - admin
• WiFi name - Linksysxxxxx and Linksysxxxxx_5GHz where xxxxx represents the last five digits of the serial number
• Guest network - Linksysxxxxx-guest and Linksysxxxxx_5GHz-guest where xxxxx represents the last five digits of the serial number while the default Guest password is guest
• Backhaul - Supports wired and wireless backhaul

FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

1.  How do I access the web interface of the Linksys E9450?

To learn how to access the Linksys E9450 web interface, click here.

2.  Does the Linksys E9450 support Linksys Smart WiFi and the Linksys app?

No.

3.  What is Beamforming technology?

Beamforming technology is a radio wave technology that allows a router to transmit radio signals in the direction of the connected devices, thus creating stronger, faster, and more reliable WiFi communication.

4.  What WiFi security modes does the Linksys E9450 support?

The Linksys E9450 supports WPA2™ Personal, WPA2 Enterprise, WPA3™ Personal, and WPA2/WPA3 Personal WiFi security modes. By default, it is set to WPA2 Personal.

5.  How can I configure Parental Controls?

To learn how to configure the Parental Controls feature, click here.

ADVANCED CONFIGURATION

1.  What VPN Pass-through does the Linksys E9450 support?

The Linksys E9450 supports IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP Pass-through.

2.  Does the Linksys E9450 support SPI firewall?

Yes. The Linksys E9450 supports SPI firewall.

3.  How can I upgrade the firmware of the Linksys E9450?

To learn how to upgrade the firmware of the Linksys E9450, click here.  

4.  Does the Linksys E9450 have an auto firmware update feature?

Yes, as long as you have the Automatic Firmware Upgrade enabled. To do this, log in to your router and go to Configuration > Administration > Firmware Upgrade and make sure the box is checked.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1.  How can I reset the Linksys E9450 to factory defaults?

Press and hold the reset button at the back of the router for 10 seconds then release. The power light on the front of the router will turn OFF and will start blinking blue.

2.  What should I do if I can't connect to the internet via WiFi and my network name is not listed on the available networks?

Try to perform the steps below:
 

• Verify that your router's power and WiFi lights are both solid blue.
• To assess if you have WiFi range issues, try moving your laptop or mobile device closer to your router.

3.  What should I do when my WiFi is slow, inconsistent, suffering from a weak signal, or having difficulty maintaining a connection?

To reduce signal degradation, do the following recommendations:
 

• Clear obstructions between the router and your devices such as walls, fixtures, furniture, and metal appliances.
• Situate your router from locations with WiFi signal interference caused by other devices using the same frequency such as baby monitors, microwave ovens, etc.
• Place your router on an elevated surface that is at least 6-ft high.

4.  What if my internet light is solid orange and I cannot get online?

Try rebooting your modem then wait for a few minutes. If you are still unable to get online, call your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to check for any connectivity issues with the modem.