Linksys WRT1900AC Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)
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USER GUIDE
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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WRT1900AC
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Wall-mounting placement
SETTING UP: BASICS
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How to create a home network
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What is a network?
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How to set up a home network
5
Where to find more help
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How to install your router
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How to configure your router
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How to connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi
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How to disable remote access
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How to connect directly to your router
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How to improve your wireless connection speed
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How to change your network’s name and password
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How to change your router’s local access password
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How to change your router’s time zone
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How to test your Internet connection speed
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How to connect devices to your network
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How to connect a computer to your network
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How to connect a USB printer
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How to connect other devices
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How to view device details
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How to set up parental controls
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How to configure your guest network
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How to back up your router configuration
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How to customize Linksys Smart Wi-Fi
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Using widgets
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Customizing the Network Map
USING AN EXTERNAL DRIVE
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Overview
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How to attach a USB drive
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How to use secured folder access
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How to set up authorized users and shared folders
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How to access shared folders
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How to set up your router as a media server
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How to connect your UPnP device to the media server
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How to remotely access storage
SETTING UP: ADVANCED
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How to manually set up your router
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How to manually set up your Internet connection
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How to associate a router with your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account
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How to get the most out of your dual-band router
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How to control access to your network
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How to improve security using the built-in firewall
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Changing IPV6 firewall settings
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How to set up the DHCP server on your router
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How to set up DHCP reservation
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How to access your network on the Internet
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How to clone a MAC address
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How to connect to your corporate office using a VPN
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How to optimize your router for gaming and voice
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How to enable Voice over IP on your network
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How to configure UPnP
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How to use a router as an access point
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How to put your new router behind an existing router
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How to add your router to an existing router or gateway
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How to share an Internet connection
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How to extend your network
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How to expose a device to the Internet
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PORT FORWARDING AND PORT TRIGGERING
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How to set up port forwarding
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How to set up port forwarding for a single port
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How to set up port forwarding for multiple ports
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How to set up port forwarding for a range of ports
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How to set up port range triggering for online gaming
MAINTAINING AND MONITORING
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How to back up and restore your router configuration
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How to upgrade the router’s firmware
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How to restore factory defaults
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How to check the status of your router
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How to disable the Ethernet port status lights
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How to test your Internet connection
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How to configure and use logs
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Your router was not successfully set up
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Windows XP Service Pack update
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Your Internet cable is not plugged in message
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Cannot access your router message
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The Internet appears to be unavailable
48 Rebooting your router
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Linksys Smart Wi-Fi does not open in your web browser
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You cannot access Linksys Smart Wi-Fi
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All other troubleshooting has been unsuccessful
SPECIFICATIONS
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Product Overview
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FRONT PANEL INDICATORS
(White) The icon LED is solid white while the router is powered on. It will blink when
the router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up.
Internet
(White/Amber) The Internet LED is solid white when connected to the Internet. It
blinks white while the router works to establish a connection. A solid amber LED
indicates the connection is down due to configuration issues. Amber blinking
indicates that the connection is down due to hardware issues.
2.4 GHz
(White) The Wireless LED is solid white when one or more clients are connected to
the 2.4 GHz network. If the LED is blinking white, the router is sending or receiving
data over the 2.4 GHz network.
5 GHz
(White) The Wireless LED is solid white when one or more clients are connected to
the 5GHz network. If the LED is blinking white, the router is sending or receiving
data over the 5 GHz network.
eSATA
(White) When off, the USB/eSATA port is off or a USB device is connected. The LED
is solid white when an eSATA device is connected. A blinking white LED indicates
activity through the eSATA port.
USB 1
(White) When off, the USB /eSATA port is off or an eSATA device is connected. The
LED is solid white when a USB device is connected. A blinking white LED indicates
activity on the port.
USB2 Primary
(White) When off, the USB 3.0 port is off. The LED is solid white when a USB device
is connected. A blinking white indicates activity on the port
USB2 Secondary
(White) When off, a USB ´.0 or USB 2.0 device is connected. A solid white LED
indicates a USB 3.0 device is connected.
ETHERNET 1 thru 4 (Primary)
(White) These numbered LEDs correspond with the numbered ports on the router’s
back panel. If the white LED is solid, the router is connected to a device through that
port. A flashing white LED indicates network activity over that port.
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Front View
Front Panel
ETHERNET
Secondary Indiators
USB 2
Secondary Indiator
USB 2
Primary Indiator
ETHERNET
Primary Indiators
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ETHERNET 1 thru 4 (Secondary)
(White)If the white LED is off, the router is successfully connected to a device
through that port at 10/100 Mbps. A solid white LED indicates that the router is
successfully connected to a device at ´000 Mbps.
(White/Amber) The LED blinks slowly for two minutes during Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
It will be solid white for five seconds to indicate a successful connection The LED
blinks amber if the he Wi-Fi Protected Setup process fails. Make sure the client
device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Wait until the LED is off, and then try again.
The router supports one session at a time.
Adjustable External Antennas
This router ships with four adjustable external antennas that should be connected
to the router before powering it on. To connect the antennas, twist the antenna
connector clockwise onto the antenna port on the router.
Note:
For best performance, position the side antennas vertically as shown in
the picture.
Back View
Combo USB
2.0/eSATA Port
4 x Adjustable External Antennas
Reset
Button
Power Port
Internet Port
USB 3.0 Port
Wi-Fi Protected
Setup Button
Ethernet Ports
Wi-Fi Protected Setup button
Press to easily configure wireless security on Wi-Fi Protected Setup-enabled
network devices.
Ethernet Ports
Connect Ethernet cables to these blue gigabit 10/100/1000) ports, and to wired
devices on your network.
Note:
For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports.
Internet Port
Connect an Ethernet cable to this yellow gigabit (10/100/1000) port, and to a
broadband Internet cable/DSL or fiber modem.
Note:
For best performance, use CAT5E or higher rated cables on the Ethernet ports.
USB 3.0 Port
Connect and share a USB or eSATA drive on your network or on the Internet.
USB 2.0/eSATA Combo Port
Connect and share a USB or eSATA drive on your network or on the Internet. You
can also connect a USB printer and share it across your network.
Reset Button
Press and hold for 10 seconds (until the power LED starts flashing) to reset the
router to factory settings. You can also restore the factory settings using Linksys
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