Guest Access is an added feature of the Linksys Smart WiFi routers and Linksys WiFi routers. Computers or devices connected to the guest's WiFi will have an internet connection but will NOT be able to access the router’s main network and communicate with other devices within the network. The WiFi password of the gues...
You can easily manage your network settings and devices by displaying and removing your frequently used tools on the router's homepage. To do this, follow the steps below: [_Displaying the tools_][1] [_Removing the tools_][2] * * * **Displaying the tools** 1. [_Log in to the router's web interface_][3]. ...
The **Devices **menu allows you to manage and monitor the devices (wired and WiFi) connected to the network of your router. [_Accessing the Devices tool_][1] [_Understanding the icons_][2] [_Changing a device’s settings_][3] Images may vary depending on the version of your Linksys app and the operating system...
Ping is a diagnostic tool that allows a user to verify that a particular IP address exists and can accept requests. A ping test helps trace the communication between the computer and the router or any devices connected to the network. The ping command can also be used for troubleshooting to test connectivity and me...
The **WiFi MAC Filters** option of the Linksys app is a security feature that either allows or blocks specific MAC addresses from connecting to your WiFi. To configure the **WiFi MAC Filters **feature, follow the steps below. 1. Connect your mobile device to your router's WiFi then open the Linksys app. 2. [_Log ...
[_How MAC randomization affects the way Linksys sees my devices_][1] [_Disabling the private or random MAC address on your device_][2] [_Keeping MAC randomization ON while using the Linksys app_][3] **How MAC randomization affects the way Linksys sees my devices** Linksys uses a consistent MAC address to id...
The Wi-Fi Settings section allows you to manage security configurations for your WiFi. The settings that you specify here are what you will need to connect to your WiFi. Options vary when compared with the [_Linksys MBE7000 Wi-Fi Settings_][1]. * * * **Accessing Wi-Fi Settings** 1. [_Log in to your router'...
Ensuring that users are able to maximize the bandwidth allocation for their favorite applications and services is one of the many features of your **Linksys cloud account**. The **Media Prioritization **tool allows you to prioritize on the devices or streaming applications with more bandwidth for best utilization of yo...
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard protocol for sending files between computers over a TCP/IP network and the internet. If this feature is enabled, you will be able to access your USB Storage files from outside your network. The USB Storage Tool on your router will enable you to access your files via an FTP ser...
The **Media Prioritization **Tool of your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router allows you to give bandwidth allocation to devices, applications and games that connect to streaming or real-time media services. In order for this feature to work, the computer or device that you need to prioritize should be currently connected to yo...