The Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a feature that allows** **devices in your network to be stripped off its external firewall and be exposed completely to the internet. **Do you need it?** A DMZ helps electronic signals bypass strict firewall and router security and open all ports for faster delivery of data packets....
The Security Tool has three major features that give you control over the protection of your router and your home network. _[Firewall][1] [DMZ][2] [Apps and Gaming][3]_ **Firewall**** ** A firewall software protects your local network from internet threats by filtering the incoming and outgoing communication...
This article will show you how to access the Linksys app dashboard using an Android™ mobile device. **Requirements** 1. An Android mobile device with the latest version of the Linksys app 2. A Linksys cloud account * * * **Directions** 1. Connect your mobile device to your WiFi and open the Linksys ...
The External Storage Tool on the Linksys Smart WiFi Router has a Media Server feature enabling you to stream media files to your DLNA or UPnP®-enabled devices within your network. Follow the instructions below on enabling this feature using your Linksys cloud account. Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a stand...
Guest Access allows you to create a separate WiFi name and password for your guests. This gives guest devices access to the internet without giving them access to the devices in the home network. This article will guide you on how to check the Guest Access password on the router's web interface. Images vary model...
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_][1] [_How to edit a schedule_][2] [_Web...
The **Devices **section displays a list of your connected and offline clients. You will be able to identify the devices, check how many are connected, verify the WiFi settings, and connect Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)-compatible devices to the network. This section also allows you to edit the name of the devices co...
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...
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...
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_][1] [_Web interface_][2] * * * **Linksys app** You will have either Parental Controls or Family Time in the Linksys app, however pausing intern...