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…
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…
Minimum Support Period for Security Updates (Singapore)
Product End of Security Support* E9450-SG January 2027 MX4200SH-SG January 2027 E8450-AH February 2027 E7350-AH February 2027 MX2001SH-SG August 2027 MX5500 Series March 2027 MX4200-AH MX8400-AH MX12600-AH March 2027 FGW3000-AH March 2027 WHW030X-AH April 2027 MX200X-AH April 2…
Disabling the private or random MAC address feature on your iOS device
To disable the private or random MAC address and revert to your original MAC address on your iPhone®, iPad®, and Apple Watch®, follow the instructions below. Directions 1. Go to the Settings on your iOS device. 2. Tap on Wi-Fi . 3. Tap the information button next to the Wi-Fi name of the Linksys ro…
Internet Speed FAQs
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING How can I check my internet speed? To check the internet speed, you can log in to the Linksys app or the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page. Why am I getting slow internet speeds and how can I improve it? Here are some factors that can affect internet speed: Bandwidth…
Connecting the AirPort Express®, AirPort Extreme® or AirPort Time Capsule® to your Velop network
Velop is an Intelligent Mesh WiFi System that outperforms traditional routers and range extenders giving you 100 percent seamless Wi-Fi experience. The Velop system distributes full internet speed and is compatible with different networking devices such as the AirPort Express®, AirPort Extreme® or AirPort Time Capsu…
Setting up the WiFi MAC Filters feature using the Linksys app
Th e WiFi MAC Filters option of the Linksys app i s a security feature that either allows or blocks specific MAC addresses from connecting to your WiFi. To configure th e WiFi MAC Filters feature, follow the steps below. 1. Connect your mobile device to your router's WiFi then open the Linksys app. 2. …
Enabling the Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) feature of the Linksys router
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) is a spectrum-sharing mechanism that allows multiple Wireless Local Area Networks to coexist with radar systems. It automatically selects a frequency that does not interfere with certain radar systems while operating in the 5 GHz band. The benefits of using DFS channels are less Wi-F…
Manually configuring a Static IP Internet address for the Linksys Velop Mesh system using the Linksys app
If your internet service provider (ISP) provided a static internet IP address, the following instructions will show you how you can manually enter these settings through the Linksys app. Requirements: * The latest version of the Linksys app downloaded from the App Store® or Google Play™ installed on your mobil…
