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Product Overview
Linksys EA-Series
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Reset button
—Press and hold this button for 15 seconds (until the port
lights flash at the same time) to reset the router to its factory defaults.
You can also restore the defaults using the browser-based utility. For
more information, see “How to restore factory defaults” on page 56.
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Power port
—Connect the included AC power adapter to this port.
CAUTION
Use only the adapter that came with your router.
Port activity indicators
Green connectivity
indicator
Yellow network
activity indicator
Network or Internet port
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Green connectivity indicator
—On Ethernet ports, turns on when a
cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. On the Internet
port, turns on while connected to a modem.
•
Yellow network activity indicator
—Flashes to indicate network activity
over that port.
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Product Overview
Linksys EA-Series
EA6500
Package contents
In addition to your router, your router package includes:
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Network (Ethernet) cable
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AC power adapter
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Setup CD containing router setup software and documentation
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SimpleTap™ card
Features
Wireless-AC technology
Built with leading 802.11ac wireless technology, your router offers maximum
speed and range to create an ultra-powerful network designed for home
theater performance. Connect your computers, Internet-ready TVs, game
consoles, smartphones and other Wi-Fi devices at blazingly fast transfer rates
for an unrivaled experience.
The power of dual band
Double your network bandwidth with simultaneous dual-band wireless-AC. The
dual-band feature is designed to avoid interference and optimize throughput
for smoother and faster HD video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming.
SpeedBoost
Higher quality antenna technology helps maintain high speeds across greater
distances throughout your home.
Advanced security
Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with WPA2 encryption and
SPI firewall to help keep your network protected.
Benefits of gigabit
Use the four Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) ports for quick file sharing (up to
10× faster than standard Ethernet) between other Gigabit-enabled devices like
computers and servers.
Built-in USB ports and DLNA media server
The USB ports let you add an external USB drive to your network and share
files at home or over the Internet. It also features a built-in DLNA media server
for seamless streaming of your video and media files to an Xbox 360, PS3, or
other DLNA-compatible device. You can also connect a USB printer and share
it across your network.
Home theater ready
Bring the ultimate entertainment experience to your home by connecting
computers, Internet-ready TVs, game consoles, media players, and more to
your wireless network and the Internet. Simultaneous dual-band N and QoS
traffic prioritization technology delivers maximum speed and performance so
you can enjoy fast downloads, smooth video and music streaming, and reliable
gaming and VoIP.
Quick to install
Cisco Connect software helps you easily set up your router.
IPv6 enabled
Supports the latest Internet protocol technology to future-proof your network.
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Product Overview
Linksys EA-Series
Easy to manage
Cisco Connect software helps you customize your settings and quickly add
multiple devices to your network:
Separate guest network
Create a separate, password-protected network for guests.
Parental controls
Limit access time and websites with parental controls.
Top view
Indicator light
•
Indicator light
—Stays on steadily while power is connected and
following a successful Wi-Fi Protected Setup connection. Pulses slowly
during bootup, during firmware upgrades, and during a Wi-Fi Protected
Setup connection. Flashes quickly when there is a Wi-Fi Protected Setup
error.
Back view
Ethernet ports
Wi-Fi Protected Setup button
Internet port
Power port
Reset button
USB ports
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Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button
—Press this button to easily configure
wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled network devices.
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Ethernet ports
—Connect Ethernet cables (also called network cables)
to these Gigabit (10/100/1000) ports, color coded blue, and to wired
Ethernet network devices on your network.
NOTE
For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the
Ethernet ports.
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Internet port
—Connect an Ethernet cable (also called a network or
Internet cable) to this port, color coded yellow, and to your modem.
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USB ports
—To easily share disk storage with other users on your network
or on the Internet, connect a USB drive to one of these ports. You can also
connect a USB printer and share it across your network.
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Reset button
—Press and hold this button for 5-15 seconds (until the
port lights flash at the same time) to reset the router to its factory
defaults. You can also restore the defaults using Cisco Connect Cloud.
•
Power port
—Connect the included AC power adapter to this port.
CAUTION
Use only the adapter that came with your router.
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Product Overview
Linksys EA-Series
Port activity indicators
Green connectivity
indicator
Yellow network
activity indicator
Network or Internet port
•
Green connectivity indicator
—On Ethernet ports, turns on when a
cable connects the port to another Gigabit Ethernet port. On the Internet
port, turns on while connected to a modem.
•
Yellow network activity indicator
—Flashes to indicate network activity
over that port.
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Setting Up: Basics
Linksys EA-Series
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How to create a home network
What is a network?
A network is any group of devices that can communicate with each other. A
home network can also include Internet access, which requires a router like
this one.
A typical home network may include multiple computers, a printer, a modem,
and a router. A large home network may also have a switch, additional routers,
access points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game
consoles, and web cameras.
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Modem
—Connects a computer or a router to your ISP (Internet Service
Provider). Your ISP may have provided one. The modem is a device that
connects to a phone jack or your cable TV outlet.
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Router
—Connects your wireless and wired network devices to each
other and to the modem (and to your ISP).
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Switch
—Allows you to connect several wired network devices to your
home network. Your router has a built-in network switch (the Ethernet
ports). If you have more wired network devices than available Ethernet
ports on your router, you will need an additional switch to consolidate
the wired connections.
How to set up a home network
1.
Purchase the proper equipment. For a network that includes Internet
access, you’ll need:
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Computers with an Ethernet port or wireless networking capabilities
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A modem for connecting to your ISP (typically supplied by your ISP)
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A router to connect your computers with each other and to the modem
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Internet service to your home, provided by an ISP (Internet Service
Provider)
2.
Make sure that your modem is working. Your ISP can help you set up your
modem and verify that it’s working correctly.
3.
Set up your router. See “How to install your router” on page 13.
4.
To connect a computer or other network device to the network, see
“How to connect a computer to your network” on page 18 and “How to
connect other devices” on page 19.
Where to find more help
In addition to this User Guide, you can find help at these locations:
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Linksys.com/support
(documentation, downloads, FAQs, technical
support, live chat, forums)
•
Cisco Connect Cloud help (connect to
Cisco Connect Cloud
, then click
Help
at the top of the screen)
Setting Up: Basics

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