Linksys SPNMX56CF FAQs
HARDWARE INFORMATION |
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| What is the Linksys SPNMX56CF? | The Linksys SPNMX56CF offers massive simultaneous capacity for video, gaming, and high-speed data. It is easy to add to a modular system of nodes to give you flawless Wi-Fi® everywhere and easily replaces a standard router with mesh Wi-Fi. The Linksys SPNMX56CF is for Community Fibre ISP subscribers in the United Kingdom. |
| What is the warranty period of the node? | Nodes are leased to the end user by the Community Fibre ISP. If the node is faulty, you need to contact Community Fibre for a replacement. |
| Where can I find the node’s serial number? | The serial number is located on the sticker underneath the device. |
| What do the light behaviors of the node indicate? | The indicator light shows the different status and activities of the node. |
| Is this compatible with other Linksys Intelligent Mesh products? | Yes. |
| What type of processor does it have? | The Linksys SPNMX56CF has a 1 GHz dual-core processor. |
| Does the node support Apple® HomeKit™, Linksys Aware, and Linksys Shield? | No. The node supports basic free Parental Controls. |
| How many ports are supported on the node? | The node has one 2.5 Gbps internet port and three 1 Gbps ethernet ports. |
| Where can I find the node's model number? | The model number displayed on the following will be:
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| What are the weight and dimensions of the node? | Below are the weight and dimensions of the node:
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION |
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| How do I set up the node? |  |
| What are the requirements for setting up the node? | Below are the requirements for setting up the Linksys SPNMX56CF:
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| How do I add another node to my existing mesh WiFi system? |  |
| Can the Linksys SPNMX56CF replace a router? | Yes, you can replace your standard router with the Linksys SPNMX56CF. |
| How do I add a wired node to an existing network? |  |
| Does the node support Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) pairing for adding clients to the WiFi? | Yes. |
| What is an Automatic Configuration Server (ACS)? | The Linksys SPNMX56CF supports Automatic Configuration Server. This means that if the node is powered ON and connected to the Community Fibre ISP equipment, it will begin to detect an internet connection automatically and configure itself as a parent node. Once the indicator light turns solid blue, the node is online and ready to use. |
SECURITY |
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| What Wi-Fi security modes are supported on the node? | The Linksys SPNMX56CF supports the following Wi-Fi security modes:
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| Does the node support VPN passthrough? | Yes. The node supports VPN passthrough configuration of IPSec, L2TP, and PPTP protocols. |
| Does the node support SPI firewall? | Yes. |
| What are the default settings of the node? | Below are the default settings of the node:
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| How do I change the WiFi name and password of the node? |  |
ADVANCED CONFIGURATION |
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| How do I check a node's current firmware version? |  |
| Can I manually upgrade the firmware on the node? | No. The node only supports firmware from Community Fibre which is automatically installed. |
| How can I reset the node to factory defaults? | To reset your node to its factory defaults, press and hold the reset button until the light on top of the node turns red, fades, and flashes bright red. IMPORTANT: Make sure that a bright red flash, followed by three to four quick faded red pulses, and then another bright red flash occurs before you release the button. |
| How do I recover my admin password? | You can recover the admin password through the five-digit recovery code printed on the product label at the bottom of the node. |
| What is Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)? | Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) is a spectrum-sharing mechanism that allows multiple wireless local area networks (WLANs) to coexist with radar systems. It automatically selects a frequency that does not interfere with certain radar systems while operating in the 5 GHz band. The benefits of using DFS channels are less WiFi interference and better WiFi performance. |
| How do I enable the DFS feature? |  |
| Can I use DFS in my network with other routers on child nodes? | Yes, but only if all your child nodes support DFS. If your other child nodes do not support DFS, the child nodes will not be able to connect to your network. |
| Can my clients connect to the DFS channels? | Yes, but only if your clients support DFS channels. Clients that do not support DFS channels can connect to the 2.4 GHz band instead. |
| Can I set up the node using the Linksys app? | No. The node supports ACS. This means it will begin to self-configure when the node is connected from the internet port to the Community Fibre equipment. Click here for setup instructions. DO NOT try to set up the parent node with the Linksys app while the node is going through the ACS setup because the Linksys app will not detect the node. Wait until the node self-configures and the status light is solid blue, only then can you use the Linksys app to manage your new Linksys network. |
| Can I add non-Community Fibre child nodes? | They will work depending on the ISP firmware features. Contact Community Fibre for more information. |
| How do I access the Linksys app dashboard? |  |
| How do I access the node's dashboard using a web browser? |  |
