The Linksys MR7500 Hydra Pro 6E has one USB 3.0 port for an external USB storage drive. If you have child nodes that has a USB storage feature, the Linksys app will expand the list of detected drives and display the IP address of each node to access it. * * * _[_Linksys app_][1]_ [_LinksysSmartWiFi.com page_...
Pausing internet access is easy using the Parental Controls feature on the Linksys app. This article will provide instructions on how to do that. [_Linksys app_][1] [_Web interface_][2] * * * **Linksys app** You will have either Parental Controls or Family Time in the Linksys app, however pausing intern...
If your internet service provider (ISP) requires a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) connection, follow the steps in this article. Setting up your parent node with a PPPoE connection is easy! **Before you begin:** * Make sure you have your PPPoE account credentials (username and password) provi...
The Linksys app enables you to securely connect to your home network through your mobile device. It provides you with the ability to modify your network settings, similar to the actions you can perform on the LinksysSmartWiFi.com page. This article will teach you how to view all connected devices in your network us...
Performing a Speed Check is a good way to see if you are receiving the speed your service provider offers. This feature is available for both local and Linksys cloud account logins. This function measures your WiFi connection's download and upload speeds. Several factors contribute to the speed of your internet conne...
Single Port Forwarding allows you to apply rules on your router where one particular port is open to receive requested data. This feature helps in increasing connectivity and speed, especially when playing games, streaming, or downloading. This article will guide you in configuring your Single Port Forwarding setting...
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...
The Linksys Hydra Pro 6E, MR7500 has two front panel indicator lights and lights on the back panel that indicate the activity and connectivity of your devices to the router. **NOTE: ** Power/Status, WPS, and USB lights will not be affected by the Activity Lights setting for the router. * * * **Front Panel** ...
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...