Ping is a diagnostic tool that allows a user to verify that a particular IP address exists and can accept requests. A ping test helps trace the communication between the computer and the router or any devices connected to the network. The ping command can also be used for troubleshooting to test connectivity and me...
Ping is a computer network administration utility used to test connectivity to a specific host in the network with the use of an Internet Protocol (IP) address or a specific website URL. This article will give you step-by-step instructions on how to test the connectivity of your computer to your router using the pi...
There are two ways in which you can view the computers and devices that are currently part of your network. You can either access the Device List for a graphical overview or through the DHCP Client Table for a detailed display. It is important that from time to time you view the connected devices to ensure that only ...
Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) is the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission. Whenever the information is sent from one point to another, like from a web server to a computer, this data is broken up into packets. If the packets are too large for the connection, the device will experience packet loss o...
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard protocol for sending files between computers over a TCP/IP network and the internet. If this feature is enabled, you will be able to access your USB Storage files from outside your network. The USB Storage Tool on your router will enable you to access your files via an FTP ser...
You can easily set up Port Range Forwarding on your router using the Linksys app. This article will provide you with detailed instructions on how to do so. **Before you begin:** * Make sure to note down the specific ports that require forwarding. You can find this information in your product documentation or by c...
**Strengthen your password security** To boost your password security, use a passphrase instead of a simple password. Create your passphrase as long as the device is capable of. Make it personal and use something only you know. Use a combination of upper/lower case and special characters and also substitute a number...
The Parental Controls allows you to restrict internet access for users within your network. For an overview, click [here][1]. In a smart home where many devices are connected to the network, you can specify which devices are allowed to have internet access and feel secure knowing that you have control over which of...
The Linksys app dashboard is your router's homepage. You can [_log in to the Linksys app_][1] to see the internet connection status, the number of devices connected to the network, and other features to help you manage your home WiFi. Images may vary depending on the model of your router or device. ![][2] * * ...
The** Media Access Control (MAC)** **address **is a unique identifier assigned to each network adapter or Network Interface Card (NIC) of a computer or device. The **MAC Filtering **feature of your Linksys Smart WiFi Router will allow or prevent access to the network using this unique identifier. **Why do you need it...