Linksys WRT160NL - Manual (Page 8)

Chapter 3
Advanced Configuration
4 Wireless-N Broadband Router with Storage Link
Chapter 3:
Advanced Configuration
After setting up the Router with the Setup Wizard (located
on the CD-ROM), the Router will be ready for use. However,
if you want to change its advanced settings, use the
Router’s web-based utility. This chapter describes each
web page of the utility and each page’s key functions. You
can access the utility via a web browser on a computer
connected to the Router.
The web-based utility has these main tabs: Setup, Wireless,
Security, Storage, Access Restrictions, Applications &
Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will
be available after you click one of the main tabs.
NOTE: When first installing the Router, you
should use the Setup Wizard on the Setup
CD-ROM. If you want to configure advanced
settings, use this chapter to learn about the
web-based utility.
Access the Web-Based Utility
To access the web-based utility, launch the web browser on
your computer, and enter the Router’s default IP address,
192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.
A login screen will appear. (Non-Windows XP users will
see a similar screen.) Leave the User name field blank.
The first time you open the Web-based utility, use the
default password admin. (You can set a new password
from the Administration > Management screen.) Click OK
to continue.
Login Screen
Setup > Basic Setup
The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This
allows you to change the Router’s general settings.
Setup > Basic Setup
Language
Select your language To use a different language, select
one from the drop-down menu. The language of the
web-based utility will change five seconds after you select
another language.
Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel
Changes to clear your changes.
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your
Internet connection. Most of this information can be
obtained through your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Internet Connection Type
Select the type of Internet connection your ISP provides
from the drop-down menu. These are the available types:
Automatic Configuration - DHCP •
Static IP •
PPPoE •
PPTP •
L2TP •
Telstra Cable •