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HARDWARE INFORMATION

1.  What is the Linksys MX4200 v2 WiFi 6 Whole Home Mesh System?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 WiFi 6 Whole Home Mesh System supports the latest Wi-Fi® 6 (802.11ax) standard to deliver next-level streaming and gaming.  It offers faster WiFi performance for lag-free online gaming and simultaneous streaming to any device.

With the powerful WiFi 6 Mesh Coverage, this is designed to deliver gigabit WiFi speeds to every corner of your home, including the backyard and outdoor smart home devices.

2.  What are the parts of the Linksys MX4200 v2?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 has the following parts:
 

• Ports:
• Three gigabit ethernet ports
• One gigabit internet port
• Power port (12V, 3A)
• One USB 3.0 port for external storage support.  The supported formats are as follows:
• Windows®:  NTFS, and FAT32
• Mac®:  FAT32, and HFS+ (journaled, non-journaled)
• Supports SMB v2.0
• UPnP®
• Supports up to 900 mA current draw

• Buttons and switch: 
• Reset button
• Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) button
• One power switch (sliding)

3.  What are the features of the Linksys MX4200 v2?

These are the features of the Linksys MX4200 v2 node:

• IEEE 802.11ax
• Tri-band
• Eight Spatial Streams
• Apple HomeKit
• Next-generation Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) technology
• 1.4 GHz quad-core processor
• Intelligent Mesh™
• Easy Setup
• WiFi security
• Seamless Roaming
• Guest network
• Parental Controls
• Supports 20 MHz, 40 MHz, and 80 MHz wide channels
• Coverage of up to 2,700 sq ft per node

4.  What is its warranty period?

The warranty period is dependent on the country of purchase. For more information on your device’s warranty, click here.

5.  What do the light behaviors of the node indicate?

The light indicates the different states and activities of your node. For a detailed description, click here.

6.  Can I plug my USB hard drive or a printer into its USB port?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 has one USB 3.0 port for a USB storage device. However, virtual printing is not supported.

7.  Is it compatible with other Linksys Intelligent Mesh products?

Yes.  The Linksys MX4200 v2 is compatible with all Linksys Intelligent Mesh products.

8.  What type of processor does it have?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 has a 1.4 GHz quad-core processor.

9.  What are the default settings of the Linksys MX4200 v2?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 has the following default settings:
 

• The default IP address is 192.168.1.1.
• The default Guest network IP address range is 192.168.3.x.

• The default administrator password is admin of an unconfigured node with older firmware. You can use the Linksys app to change the password after setting up the node.  

• The default WiFi name is _VelopSetupxxx where xxx represents the last three digits of the node’s MAC address.
• Each node has a unique pre-assigned WiFi password located at the bottom of the router.
• The default Guest WiFi name is _VelopSetupxxx-guest where xxx represents the last three digits of the node’s MAC address.
• By default, an unconfigured node has no guest password.  To create a password, you can set it up through the Linksys app.
• The Guest network is disabled by default.  It can be enabled using the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page or the Linksys app.

10.  Does it support Linksys Aware and Linksys Shield?

Currently, the Linksys MX4200 v2 does not support Linksys Aware and Linksys Shield.

11.  How do I know the model number of my Linksys MX4200 v2?

The model number of your node is printed on the product label located at the bottom of the node.

12.  What are the weight and dimensions of the Linksys MX4200 v2?

The weight of a Linksys MX4200 v2 is 0.94 kg (2.15 lbs) and its dimensions are 4.45 in x 4.45 in x 9.57 in.  

SETUP AND INSTALLATION 
 
1.  What are the requirements for setup?

You will need the following:
 

• A modem or gateway with an active internet connection
• Latest version of the Linksys app
• Latest iOS or Android mobile device 
• Bluetooth® (preferred for setup)
• Apple Home app (for HomeKit feature)

2.  How do I set it up using an iOS device?

For instructions on how to set up your Linksys MX4200 v2 using an iOS device, click here.

3.  How can I add another node to my existing mesh system?

For instructions on how you can add a node to an existing mesh system, click here.

4.  Can my Linksys MX4200 v2 replace a router?

Yes, you can replace your standard router with the Linksys MX4200 v2. Click here for instructions.

5.  How can I set up my node with a PPPoE connection?

For instructions on how to set up your Linksys MX4200 v2 using a PPPoE connection, click here. 

6.  What WiFi security options are supported?

The Linksys MX4200 v2 supports the following WiFi security modes:
 

• WPA2™/WPA3™ Mixed Personal
• WPA3 Personal Only
• WPA2 Personal
• Open and Enhanced Open
• Open

7.  If I have a mixed mesh network with other mesh models as child nodes, can I use WPA3 or any of the Enhanced Open security options?

No.  Other mesh models currently do not support these security options. It is highly recommended to leave the setting to default, otherwise, your other child nodes will disconnect from the mesh network.

8.  How do I add a wired child node to an existing parent node?

For instructions, click here.

9.  Is the Linksys Mesh WiFi system compatible with Starlink?

Yes. For the Linksys router to work with Starlink, you will need a Starlink ethernet adapter which you can find in the Starlink shop. Connect one end of the ethernet cable to the Starlink ethernet adapter and the other end to the Internet port of your Linksys router. Learn how to set up the Linksys router with Starlink.

FIRMWARE UPGRADE

1.  How do I upgrade the Linksys MX4200 v2’s firmware?

To learn how to upgrade the firmware of your node, click here.

2.  How do I manually upgrade the firmware of my Linksys MX4200 v2?

To learn how to manually upgrade the firmware of your node, click here.

3.  How do I check a node's current firmware version?

The firmware version can be found in the Linksys app on the Network Administration screen. For instructions to access the Linksys app, click here.  Then, tap on the menu icon and go to Network Administration.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1.  How do I access my Linksys MX4200 v2 dashboard?

To learn how to access your Linksys app and LinksysSmartWiFi.com dashboard, click the links below:

Accessing the Linksys app dashboard using an Android mobile device
How to log in to the Linksys app dashboard
How to log in to the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page  

2.  What is the External Storage feature?

The External Storage feature of the Linksys MX4200 v2 allows you to connect an external storage device to its USB port to share an entire hard drive.

It features one USB 3.0 port for a storage drive. If you have more than one node, you can connect a USB hard drive to each node.  To learn more, click here. 

3.  What file system formats does this mesh system support? 

The Linksys MX4200 v2 supports these USB file formats:

• Windows:  NTFS, and FAT32
• Mac:  FAT32, and HFS+ (journaled, non-journaled)

4.  Does the USB port support File Transfer Protocol (FTP)?

No.  The USB port doesn't support FTP.

5.  How do I safely eject my hard drive from the node?

If you are in the node's LinksysSmartWiFi.com page and you want to safely remove the storage device, click here for instructions. If you are using the Linksys app, click here.

6.  Can I protect my hard drive from unauthorized access?

Yes.  You can do this by enabling Authentication on the node.

NOTE: The username should have a minimum of four and a maximum of 12 alphanumeric characters while the password should have a minimum of four and a maximum of 50 alphanumeric characters. Both can include valid characters such as an underscore ( _ ) or a dash ( - ). To learn more about the External Storage feature of the Linksys MX4200 v2, click here. 

7.  How can I access the storage device connected to the node?

To learn how to access the storage device connected to your node, you need to first identify the IP address of the storage device. For instructions, click here.

8.  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 then another bright red flash occur before you release the button.

9.  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. To learn more, click here. 

10.  Is there a HomeKit® limitation?

Yes, up to four child nodes are supported.

11.  I have five (or more) child nodes in my network, but I only see four child nodes in the Apple® Home app. Why are my other child nodes not being detected?

Linksys currently supports the parent node and up to four child nodes. If you have more than four child nodes, those nodes will not be detected when you are connecting your mesh network to the Apple Home app.

12.  My Linksys mesh router isn't working with my ISP's 5G router. What should I do?

For the Linksys mesh router to work with a 5G router, your ISP must provide a 5G router with an ethernet port for connection to the parent node.

13.  Does this support IPv6 RD for its internet connection?

Yes. It supports IPv6 RD and 6to4 tunneling.