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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
®
Model No.
WIRED
with QoS
Broadband Router
RT042
User Guide
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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Broadband Router

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.®Model No.WIREDwith QoSBroadband RouterRT042User Guide

Page 2 - How to Use this Guide

4Chapter 2: Networking BasicsAn Introduction to LANsBroadband RouterChapter 2: Networking BasicsAn Introduction to LANsA Router is a network device th

Page 3 - Table of Contents

5Chapter 2: Networking BasicsThe Use of IP AddressesBroadband RouterA DHCP server can either be a designated PC on the network or another network devi

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6Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband RouterThe Front PanelBroadband RouterChapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband RouterThe Front PanelThe Route

Page 5 - List of Figures

7Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Broadband RouterThe Back and Side PanelsBroadband RouterThe Back and Side PanelsThe Router’s ports and Reset button ar

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8Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband RouterOverviewBroadband RouterChapter 4: Connecting the Broadband RouterOverviewTo set up your network, you will

Page 7 - Chapter 1: Introduction

9Chapter 4: Connecting the Broadband RouterConnection InstructionsBroadband RouterConnection Instructions1. Before you begin, make sure that all of yo

Page 8 - What’s in this Guide?

10Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterOverviewBroadband RouterChapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband Router Overvie

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11Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterOverviewBroadband Router• Website Hit Rate. This feature allows you to view the frequency

Page 10 - Chapter 2: Networking Basics

12Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterHow to Access the Web-based UtilityBroadband RouterHow to Access the Web-based UtilityTo a

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13Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterBasic Setup Tab - NetworkBroadband RouterUser BandwidthThis is a list of all users on your

Page 12 - The Front Panel

Broadband RouterCopyright and TrademarksLinksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and ce

Page 13 - The Back and Side Panels

14Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterBasic Setup Tab - NetworkBroadband RouterLAN SettingThis shows the Router’s MAC Address, w

Page 14 - Overview

15Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterBasic Setup Tab - PasswordBroadband RouterPPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol)1. Enter

Page 15 - Connection Instructions

16Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterBasic Setup Tab - TimeBroadband RouterBasic Setup Tab - TimeTimeThe Router uses the time s

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17Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterParental Control Tab - On-Line SchedulerBroadband RouterParental Control Tab - On-Line Sch

Page 17 - Advanced Setup Tab

18Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterParental Control Tab - Application UsageBroadband RouterParental Control Tab - Application

Page 18 - System Summary Tab

19Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterParental Control Tab - Block ListBroadband RouterClick the Add to List button to add the n

Page 19 - Basic Setup Tab - Network

20Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - DMZ HostBroadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - DMZ HostThe DMZ (Demilit

Page 20 - Internet Connection Type

21Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - UPnPBroadband RouterPort Triggering Some Internet applications or gam

Page 21 - Basic Setup Tab - Password

22Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - DDNSBroadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - DDNSDDNS (Dynamic DNS) servi

Page 22 - Basic Setup Tab - MAC Clone

23Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - Advanced RoutingBroadband RouterTransmit RIP versions: Choose a proto

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Broadband RouterTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1Welcome 1What’s in this Guide? 2Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4An Introduction to LANs 4The U

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24Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - VPN Pass ThroughBroadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - VPN Pass Through

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25Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - System ManagementBroadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - System Manageme

Page 26 - Advanced Setup Tab - DMZ Host

26Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - System ManagementBroadband RouterFactory DefaultThe Factory Default f

Page 27 - Advanced Setup Tab - UPnP

27Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterLog Tab - System LogBroadband RouterLog Tab - System Log The System Log screen contains th

Page 28 - Advanced Setup Tab - DDNS

28Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Broadband RouterLog Tab - System StatisticsBroadband RouterLog SettingAlert LogCheck the appropriate box w

Page 29 - Static Routing

29Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband RouterAppendix A: TroubleshootingThis appendix provides solutions to problems that

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30Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband RouterFor Windows 2000:A. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click N

Page 31 - Diagnostics

31Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router2. I want to test my Internet connection.A. Check your TCP/IP settings.For W

Page 32 - Export Configuration File

32Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router• For Windows 2000 and XP, click Start and Run. In the Open field, type cmd.

Page 33 - Log Tab - System Log

33Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router4. I am not able to access the Router’s Web-based Utility Setup page.A. Refe

Page 34 - Log Tab - System Statistics

Broadband RouterAdvanced Setup Tab - System Management 25Log Tab - System Log 27Log Tab - System Statistics 28 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 29Common P

Page 35 - Appendix A: Troubleshooting

34Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router6. I need to set up a server behind my Router.To use a server like a web, ft

Page 36 - For Windows XP:

35Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router7. I need to set up online game hosting or use other Internet applications.I

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36Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work.If you are

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37Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router10. I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-u

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38Appendix A: TroubleshootingCommon Problems and SolutionsBroadband Router13. My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting.PPPoE is not actually a d

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39Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsBroadband Router• If the Router is configured correctly, check your Internet connection (DSL/ca

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40Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsBroadband RouterI set up an Unreal Tournament Server, but others on the LAN cannot join. What d

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41Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsBroadband Routernew features that you would like to use. Downloading a more current version of

Page 43 - For Netscape 4.7 or higher:

42Appendix A: TroubleshootingFrequently Asked QuestionsBroadband RouterHow can I check whether I have static or DHCP IP addresses?Ask your ISP to find

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43Appendix B: Upgrading FirmwareBroadband RouterAppendix B: Upgrading FirmwareYou can use the Router’s Web-based Utility to upgrade the firmware; howe

Page 45 - Frequently Asked Questions

Broadband RouterList of FiguresFigure 3-1: Front Panel 6Figure 3-2: Back Panel 7Figure 4-1: Example of a Typical Network 8Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 9Fi

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44Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterWindows 98 or Me Instructions10/100 4-Port VPN RouterAppendix C: Finding

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45Appendix C: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet AdapterFor the Router’s Web-based Utility10/100 4-Port VPN Router3. Write down

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46Appendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityStarting the UtilityBroadband RouterAppendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityWhile many of the Router’s functions can b

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47Appendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityRouter InformationBroadband RouterRouter InformationClicking on the image of the Router will open up the Router I

Page 50 - Your Ethernet Adapter

48Appendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityUsage Configuration ScreensBroadband RouterRight Mouse click options: Select the PC, click the right mouse button

Page 51 - 10/100 4-Port VPN Router

49Appendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityUsage Configuration ScreensBroadband RouterOn-Line SchedulerFrom the schedule, you can restrict or allow access t

Page 52 - Starting the Utility

50Appendix D: Using the RT042 UtilityUsage Configuration ScreensBroadband RouterReal Time UsageFrom this screen, you can view which applications are t

Page 53 - Usage Configuration Screens

51Appendix E: The Setup WizardBroadband RouterAppendix E: The Setup WizardWhile the Broadband Router can be set up using the Web-based Utility, Intern

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52Appendix E: The Setup WizardBroadband Router3. From the next screen, choose your WAN (or Internet) connection type. Obtain an IP automatically is ch

Page 55 - Hit Rate

53Appendix E: The Setup WizardBroadband RouterIf you chose Static IP, the Static IP screen appears. Enter the Static IP, Subnet Mask, and Default Gate

Page 56 - Performance Optimization

Broadband RouterFigure 5-22: Service Management 21Figure 5-23: Advanced Setup Tab - UPnP 21Figure 5-24: Advanced Setup Tab - DDNS 22Figure 5-25: Advan

Page 57 - Appendix E: The Setup Wizard

54Appendix F: Windows HelpBroadband RouterAppendix F: Windows HelpAll Linksys networking products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used

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55Appendix G: GlossaryBroadband RouterAppendix G: GlossaryAdapter - A device that adds network functionality to your PC.Bandwidth - The transmission c

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56Appendix G: GlossaryBroadband RouterDynamic IP Address - A temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server.Ethernet - A network protocol that specifi

Page 60 - Appendix F: Windows Help

57Appendix G: GlossaryBroadband RouterNetwork - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmissi

Page 61 - Appendix G: Glossary

58Appendix G: GlossaryBroadband RouterTCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) - A set of instructions PCs use to communicate over a n

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59Appendix H: SpecificationsBroadband RouterAppendix H: SpecificationsStandards IEEE 802.3, 802.3uPorts Power, Internet, and EthernetButton Reset Cabl

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60Appendix I: Warranty InformationBroadband RouterAppendix I: Warranty InformationLIMITED WARRANTYLinksys warrants to You that, for a period of one ye

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61Appendix J: Regulatory InformationBroadband RouterAppendix J: Regulatory InformationFCC StatementThis product has been tested and complies with the

Page 65 - Appendix H: Specifications

62Appendix K: Contact InformationBroadband RouterAppendix K: Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?Visit us online for information on the latest

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1Chapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeBroadband RouterChapter 1: IntroductionWelcomeThank you for choosing the Broadband Router. The Linksys Broadband Router

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2Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Broadband RouterWhat’s in this Guide?This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Broadb

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3Chapter 1: IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide?Broadband Router• Appendix H: SpecificationsThis appendix provides the Router’s technical specifications.

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