_**Scenario: I have a wired network where the parent and child nodes are wired to a managed switch. Why can’t I connect to the child node’s WiFi?**__** **_ See the workarounds below if either one will work: **Workaround 1:** When the node is set up with a managed switch as pictured below, your devices will not ...
The** Linksys Smart Wi-Fi** is a free feature available for **Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers**. This feature allows you to access and configure your home network wherever you are. In order to use the Linksys cloud account, your computer must comply with the system requirements of the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi. See the tab...
_**TABLE OF CONTENTS**_ 1. _[_What is Two-Step Verification?_][1]_ 2. [_What Linksys products support Two-Step Verification?_][2] 3. [_What requirements do I need to use Two-Step Verification?_][3] 4. [_Where will the verification code be sent?_][4] 5. [_What do I do if I have not received the verification code?_...
**What is the Priority feature and where can I find it in the Linksys app?** This feature allows your Linksys router to give certain devices on your home network priority for internet access. You can access this feature from the main menu in the Linksys app. **How does the Priority feature work?** With th...
The Speed Test Tool allows you to check the current upload and download speed of your internet connection. Here is a short guide about the difference in values of your download and upload speed: * Download speed – This pertains to how fast data is transferred from websites to your computer. * Upload speed – T...
Linksys requires various passwords for easy and secure management of your network or account. If you aren’t sure which one to enter when asked, see the descriptions below. All of your passwords can be different, or they can be the same. * * * **1. WiFi password** Your WiFi password is created during the set...
The Troubleshooting section of the router’s web interface allows you to check the devices connected to the network, monitor traffic, and diagnose connection problems. These settings can be very helpful if you have to call your service provider or Linksys Support for help with your internet connection or router. Setti...
The **Safe Browsing** feature of the Linksys app allows you to block content on devices connected to the network using Domain Name System (DNS) security. * * * **Directions** 1. [_Log in to your Linksys app dashboard_][1]. 2. Tap on the **menu **icon at the upper left corner of the screen. **iOS** **An...
Linksys Shield is being discontinued. Current subscribers can continue to use the service until July 31st 2024. New subscriptions or renewals will no longer be available. [_How is Advanced Parental Controls (Block by Category) different from the free version of Parental Controls?_][1] [_What is the Block by Category...
This article will show you how to access the Linksys app dashboard using an Android™ mobile device. **Requirements** 1. An Android mobile device with the latest version of the Linksys app 2. A Linksys cloud account * * * **Directions** 1. Connect your mobile device to your WiFi and open the Linksys ...