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…
Guest Access is an added feature of the Linksys Smart WiFi routers and Linksys WiFi routers. Computers or devices connected to the guest's WiFi will have an internet connection but will NOT be able to access the router’s main network and communicate with other devices within the network. The WiFi password of the …
Performing a Speed Check is a good way to see if you are receiving the speed your service provider offers. This feature is available for both local and Linksys cloud account logins. This function measures your WiFi connection's download and upload speeds. Several factors contribute to the speed of your internet co…
The Linksys app enables you to securely connect to your home network through your mobile device. It provides you with the ability to modify your network settings, similar to the actions you can perform on the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page. This article will teach you how to view all connected devices in your network u…
Pausing internet access is easy using the Parental Controls feature on the Linksys app. This article will provide instructions on how to do that. Linksys app Web interface Linksys app You will have either Parental Controls or Family Time in the Linksys app, however pausing internet access is the same in bo…
If your internet service provider (ISP) requires a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) connection, follow the steps in this article. Setting up your parent node with a PPPoE connection is easy! Before you begin: * Make sure you have your PPPoE account credentials (username and password) provided by…
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? Th…
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 co…
Manufacturer Model Name Model Number Description Primary Deployed Function Base Type GigE Backup WAN SFP Backup WAN Not Present SFP Backup WAN Present VDSL2 Backup WAN VDSL2 Simul WAN VDSL2 (30a) Simul WAN D3 above 4x4 Fast E LAN GigE LAN 2.5 GigE LAN Active 2.5 GigE LAN 5 GigE LAN A…
The Parental Controls and Family Time feature lets you create a schedule to block internet access for a device at a certain time and day. You can also create multiple schedules for a device. There are no limitations. To do this, follow the instructions below: Linksys app How to edit a schedule Web interface …