AG241 - ADSL Router LINKSYS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	ADSL Router with 4-port switch
Brand	LINKSYS
Model	AG241
Category	ADSL Router
Dimensions (approx.)	20 x 14 x 4 cm
Weight (approx.)	300 g
Power Supply	12 V DC, 1 A power adapter
Connectivity	1 ADSL2+ port (RJ-11), 4 Ethernet 10/100 ports (RJ-45)
Supported ADSL Protocols	ADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+
Supported Encapsulation	RFC 1483 Bridged, RFC 2516 PPPoE, RFC 2364 PPPoA
Main Functions	Router, NAT, firewall, DHCP server, 4-port switch
Configuration	Web interface (http://192.168.1.1)
Default Credentials	Username: admin, Password: admin
Security	SPI firewall, MAC address filtering, password change recommended
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 40 °C
Operating Humidity	10 % to 85 % (non-condensing)
Maintenance and Cleaning	Unplug before cleaning; use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquids or aerosols.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Not available; repair only by authorized service center
Package Contents	ADSL gateway, quick installation guide, CD-ROM (English user guide), Ethernet cable, telephone cable, power adapter, microfilters

Frequently Asked Questions - AG241 LINKSYS

How to connect the LINKSYS AG241 router to my ADSL line?

Connect the supplied telephone cable to the LINE port on the back of the router and to the ADSL wall socket. If necessary, install a microfilter between the wall socket and the telephone, not between the socket and the router.

How to access the router configuration interface?

Connect a computer to one of the router's Ethernet ports, open a web browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in the address bar. Use the default credentials: username admin, password admin.

What to do if I cannot access the web interface?

Check that your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP). Make sure the Ethernet cable is properly connected. If the problem persists, reset the router by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds.

How to configure the router for a PPPoE connection (France)?

In the web interface, go to the Setup tab, select PPPoE as encapsulation. Enter your username and password provided by your ISP. Choose Keep Alive to stay continuously connected, then click Save Settings.

Can the router be used with a static IP address?

Yes. In the interface, select encapsulation RFC 1483 Bridged, then choose Use the following IP Address. Enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS provided by your ISP.

How to reset the router to factory defaults?

Press and hold the Reset button on the back of the router for about 10 seconds, then release. The LEDs will flash. Settings return to default values (IP 192.168.1.1, credentials admin/admin).

Why is the DSL LED not lighting up?

Check that the telephone cable is properly connected to the LINE port and to the active ADSL wall socket. Make sure no microfilter is installed between the router and the socket. If the problem persists, contact your ISP to check the line.

Can I connect more than 4 computers to the router?

Yes, if you need more than 4 Ethernet ports, connect an additional switch to one of the router's Ethernet ports. The router supports up to 253 devices via DHCP.

How to secure my network (if applicable)?

The AG241 model is an ADSL router without built-in Wi-Fi. You can add a Wi-Fi access point by connecting it to an Ethernet port. To secure your wired network, change the admin password and enable MAC filtering if needed.

What to do if I forgot the admin password?

You must reset the router to factory defaults by holding the Reset button for 10 seconds. The credentials will revert to admin/admin. Remember to set a new password after reset.

USER MANUAL AG241 LINKSYS

Package Contents

• ADSL2 Gateway
• User Guide on CD-ROM
• Ethernet Network Cable
• Phone Cable
• Power Adapter
• Microfilter or splitter (not supplied with all models)
• Quick Installation

ADSL2 Gateway

with 4-Port Switch

Quick Installation Guide

1

Connect the ADSL2 Gateway

In Step 1, you will connect the Gateway to your ADSL line and to the computers in your home or business.

First, make sure that all the devices that you'll be working with are powered down, including your PCs and the Gateway.

A

Connect one end of the provided phone cable to the wall jack with ADSL service.

NOTE: To avoid interference, you may need to place a microfilter or splitter between the phone cable and wall jack. Contact your service provider for more information.

B

Connect the other end of the phone cable to the LINE port that is on the back of the Gateway.

C

Connect one end of the provided Ethernet cable to your PC's Ethernet adapter. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports on the back of the Gateway. Repeat this process for every PC that you want to connect to the Gateway. If you are connecting more than four PCs to the Gateway, you will also need to connect a hub or switch to the Gateway.

NOTE: If your PC's Ethernet adapter is not set up, refer to the Ethernet adapter's user guide for more information.

B

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D

Connect the power adapter to the Gateway. Connect the power adapter to the electrical outlet.

E

Turn on the Gateway. Then, turn on the first PC that you want to use to configure the Gateway.

Proceed to Step 2: Configure the ADSL2 Gateway.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you only place the microfilter or splitter between the phone and the wall jack and not between the Gateway and the wall jack. Otherwise your ADSL will not connect.

D

In Step 2, you will configure the Gateway to be able to gain access to the Internet through your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You will need the setup information provided by your ADSL ISP. If you do not have this information, please contact them before proceeding.

The instructions from your ISP tell you how to set up your PC for Internet access. Because you are now using the Gateway to share Internet access among several computers, you will use the setup information to configure the Gateway instead of your PC.

NOTE: You only need to configure the Gateway once using the first computer you set up.

A

Open your web browser. (You may get an error message at this point. Continue following these directions.) Enter http://192.168.1.1 in the web browser's Address field. Press the Enter key.

B

An Enter Network Password window will appear (Windows XP users will see a Connect to 192.168.1.1 window). Enter admin in lowercase letters in the User Name field, and enter admin in lowercase letters in the Password field (admin is the default user name and password.) Then, click the OK button.

B

The Basic Setup screen will appear with the Setup tab selected. Based on the setup instructions from your ISP, you may need to provide the following information.

ADSL Settings. The Gateway supports five Encapsulations: RFC 1483 Bridged, RFC 1483 Routed, RFC 2516 PPPoE, RFC 2364 PPPoA, IPoA, and Bridged Mode Only. Each Basic Setup screen and available features will differ depending on what type of encapsulation you select.

VC Settings. Virtual Circuits (VPI and VCI): These fields consist of two items: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) and VCI (Virtual Channel Identifier). Your ISP will provide the correct settings for these fields. Multiplexing: Select LLC or VC, depending on your ISP.

Your ISP will provide the correct settings.

1 RFC 1483 Bridged

Dynamic IP Address

If your ISP says that you are connecting through a dynamic IP address, perform these steps:

a

Select RFC 1483 Routed for the Encapsulation.

b

Select Obtain an IP Address Automatically for the IP Setting.

C

Dynamic IP Address

C Click the Save Settings button to save the settings.

Static IP Address

If your ISP says that you are connecting through a static or fixed IP address, perform these steps:

Select RFC 1483 Bridged for the Encapsulation.
b Select Use the following IP Address as the IP Setting.
C Enter the IP Address and the Subnet Mask.
d Enter the Default Gateway address.
e Enter the DNS in the Primary and/or Secondary fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
f Click the Save Settings button to save the settings.

2 RFC 1483 Routed

If your ISP says that you are connecting through RFC 1483 Routed using a static IP address, perform these steps:

Select RFC 1483 Routed for the Encapsulation.
b Enter the IP Address and the Subnet Mask.

Static IP Address

RFC 1483 Routed

C Enter the Default Gateway address.
d Enter the DNS in the Primary and/or Secondary fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
e Click the Save Settings button to save the settings.

3 RFC 2516 PPPoE or RFC 2364 PPPoA

If your ISP says that you are connecting through PPPoE or PPPoA, or if you normally enter a user name and password to access the Internet, perform these steps:

a Select RFC2516 PPPoE or RFC 2364 PPPoA as appropriate for the Encapsulation.
b If you selected PPPoE, enter the Service Name (if required).
C Enter the User Name (if required).
d Enter the Password.
e Select Keep Alive if you always want to be connected to your ISP, or select Connect on Demand if you are charged for the time that you are connected to your ISP.
f Click the Save Settings button to save the settings.

PPPoE

PPPoA

NOTE: PPPoE users, who require a second PPPoE by their ISP, can select Enable for Second PPPoE and enter the appropriate information for the second account.

4 IPoA

If your ISP says that you are connecting through IPoA, perform these steps:

a Select IPoA for the Encapsulation.
b Enter the IP Address and the Subnet Mask.
C Enter the Default Gateway address.
d Enter the DNS in the Primary and/or Secondary fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
e Click the Save Settings button to save the settings.
D If you haven't already done so, click the Save Settings button to save your Setup settings. Close the web browser.
E Congratulations! You've successfully configured the Gateway. Test the setup by opening your web browser from any computer and entering: www.linksys.com/registration
If you are unable to reach our website, you may want to review the installation and configuration sections in this Quick Installation or refer to the Troubleshooting section of the User Guide.

IPoA

LINKSYS®

A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.

For additional information or troubleshooting help, refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM or the Technical Support Insert. You can also e-mail for further support.

Website

http://www.linksys.com/international

Registrations

http://www.linksys.com/registration

Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Pakkens indhold

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged

Dynamisk IP-adresse

D1 Dynamisk

D2 Statisk

e Indtast DNS-adressen i feltet Primary og/eller Secondary. Du skal indtaste mindst én DNS-adresse.

f Klik på knappen Save Settings for at gemme indstillingerne.

2 RFC 2516 PPPoE eller RFC 2364 PPPoA

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PPPoE

D4
PPPoA

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged (RFC 1483-Überbrückung)

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B

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged (RFC 1483 con puente)

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D3 PPPoE

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged Adresse IP dynamique

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged (Bridging RFC 1483)

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1 RFC 1483 Bridged (Bryggkopplad)

Dynamisk IP-adress

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