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Available Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Tools when accessing the router locally, remotely or if it is offline
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Your Linksys cloud account allows you to access and manage your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi router locally or remotely.  You can also access the router if it is offline, however some Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Tools may not be available.  This article will discuss what tools are available if you are accessing your router locally, remotely or if it is offline. 
 
Router State Online Offline Remote
Login credentials to use                                                                  

Linksys cloud account email address and password or the router administration password

Router administration password                                          Linksys cloud account email address and password         
Tool Tools available based on the router's state

Device List/Network Map

Yes Yes Yes
Guest Access Yes Yes Yes
Parental Controls Yes Yes Yes
Media Prioritization/Device Prioritization Yes Yes Yes
Speed Test/Speed Check Yes Yes No
USB/External Storage Yes Yes Yes
Connectivity Yes Yes
Yes, except for the following settings:
  • Manual firmware upgrade option under the Connectivity> Basic tab
  • Access via wireless option under the Connectivity> Administration tab 
Troubleshooting Yes Yes
Yes, except for the following settings:
  • Backup and Restore options under the Troubleshooting> Diagnostics tab 
  • Internet Address information under the Troubleshooting> Diagnostics tab (but you can view the IP address in Troubleshooting> Status> Report )
  • Factory reset option in Troubleshooting> Diagnostics
  • Release and Renew options for the internet IP address under the Troubleshooting> Diagnostics tab
NOTE:  Some options may vary depending on your router.
Wireless/Wi-Fi Settings Yes Yes Yes
Security Yes Yes Yes


QUICK TIP:  For older Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers (EA4500, EA3500, EA2700, and E4200 v2), you have the option to roll back the router's firmware to the classic web-based setup page.  However, you will not be able to take full advantage of the features of the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router.

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