Configuring the Guest Access feature through the Linksys app
The Guest Access feature allows guests to use your internet connection without granting access to your files and other devices connected to your main network. This means that though your friends can still visit different websites, they will not be able to access printers or any shared files on your home computers. …
How to enable Two Step Verification
The Two Step Verification feature serves as a powerful security enhancement for all Linksys cloud account users, offering an additional layer of protection. Once enabled on the Linksys app or LinksysSmartWiFi.com page, any unverified device seeking access to your Linksys cloud account will be required to enter a …
How to use the Block by Category feature in Linksys Shield
Linksys Shield is being discontinued. Current subscribers can continue to use the service until July 31st, 2024. New subscriptions or renewals will no longer be available. Using Linksys Shield’s Block by Category feature is pretty simple – just pick a device, select an age-appropriate preset filter or customize a …
Proper boot sequence for Velop after initial setup
When a parent node is centrally located in a house, there is a chance that all child nodes will connect directly to the parent node because it has the strongest signal available. But for some networks where the parent node is not centrally located in the house, sometimes the farthest child node will keep connecting …
How to change the LAN IP address of your Linksys Intelligent Mesh network
An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a unique identifier that consists of four sets of numbers from 0 to 255, separated by three dots. This is required by all devices in the network to connect to the internet. By default, the IP address of a node is 192.168.1.1. With the latest firmware (e.g., the Linksys MX4200SH-SG…
Connecting an Apple TV® to your Linksys Velop
Apple TV® lets you stream movies, sports, music and more in your TV from your network. Also, it lets you mirror the contents of your Mac® or iOS device. This article will teach you how to connect an Apple TV to the network of your Linksys Velop. Requirements: * An Apple TV set up and configured to your TV…
Setting up the parent node using a static WAN IP address
If your internet service provider (ISP) provided a static internet IP address, you will have to enter your IP address settings during the setup process. Requirements: * A mobile device compatible with the Linksys app * The latest version of the Linksys app downloaded from the App Store® or Google Play™ installed …
Overview of the Parental Controls landing page in the Linksys app
The Parental Controls feature in the Linksys app allows you to restrict a user’s internet access within your network. With this, you can pause internet access, schedule a pause, block specific websites, and even block by category (if you are subscribed to Linksys Shield). Only Linksys WHW03 or WHW03 v2 supports Li…
Overview of the Local Network Settings of your Linksys app
This article will give you an overview of the Local Network Settings feature for your Linksys Mesh WiFi system. Directions How to access the Local Network Settings Description How to access the Local Network Settings Images may vary depending on the operating system of your mobile device. An iOS de…
