How to Install a Linksys Wireless Broadband Router

Wireless routers are a useful device that allows for several computers to share an Internet connection through a network without the need for wires and cables. Linksys offers one of the more popular brands of routers, due to their affordable prices and quality service.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ethernet cables Installation CD or installation files

1. Make sure your computer, router and modem are turned off. Take one of the Ethernet cables, connect one end into one of the four open ports on the back of the router, and connect the other end into the computer.

2. Take the second Ethernet cable and connect one end to the modem and the other end into the "Internet" port on the back of the router.

3. Plug the AC adapter for the router into the router and an outlet. Then turn on the devices in this order: modem, router and computer.

4. Open Internet Explorer and type "192.168.1.1" as the address. A screen will pop up, asking for a username and password. Leave the username slot empty and type "admin" into the password slot.

5. Create different settings based on your Internet connection. Generally, nothing will need to be changed. Once all of the information has been double-checked, save any changes and exit.