Unable to launch Linksys USB Control Center in Mac OS Sierra and El Capitan
Scenario: Linksys USB Control Center won’t install on Mac OS® Sierra and El Capitan. Customers who have Linksys USB Control Center already installed and upgraded to Sierra and El Capitan will see an error message when the Linksys USB Control Center attempts to launch on Mac OS 10.11 or 10.12. If your computer is r…
How to turn OFF Two Step Verification
Two Step Verification requires a six-digit verification code when logging in via the Linksys app or the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page using your Linksys cloud account, which provides peace of mind and an additional layer of security to all users. Once you have enabled the Two Step Verification, you will be prompted to…
Disabling the private or random MAC address on your Android device
This article will teach you how to disable the private or random MAC address and revert to your original MAC address on your Android™ device. 1. Go to the Settings app on your Android device. 2. Tap on Connections > Wi-Fi . 3. Tap the gear icon next to the WiFi name of the Linksys router or node your dev…
How to perform traceroute using your Linksys cloud account
Traceroute is a network diagnostic tool that systematically traces the path taken by data packets from your home router to a specified destination, whether it's identified by an IP address or a URL. Why is traceroute important? It reveals the routers and networks data travels through, indicating where it fails …
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. …
Configuring Port Range Triggering using the Linksys app
The Port Range Triggering feature allows you to set up the router so that computers can access public services outside the network or on the internet, such as web servers, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) servers, email servers, game servers or other internet applications. Configuring the Port Range Triggering feature is…
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 …
Connecting your Android smartphone to the Guest WiFi
The Linksys Smart WiFi and Linksys WiFi Routers have the ability to create a separate WiFi for guests. This feature allows your guests to connect to your WiFi without having to access your main WiFi. Before connecting your Android™ smartphone, ensure that you have the guest settings of your router. 1. On your Hom…
Connecting the PlayStation 4 to the internet via WiFi
Connecting your PlayStation®4 (PS4™) to the internet allows you to gain access to online services, such as the PlayStation Network and PlayStation Store. It also allows you to play online games and use the web browser on your gaming console. Before connecting your PS4 to the internet, ensure that you take note of …
Overview of the Linksys app dashboard for Android mobile devices
The Linksys app dashboard offers a snapshot of your WiFi. Here, you can see the connection status of the node, the number of devices in the network, and other settings that you can configure for your WiFi using your Android™ device. Settings may vary depending on your Linksys router's model. Before you …
