How to Set Up Linksys for DSL

Linksys's line of powerful, but affordable, routers makes it easy to set up your own wireless home network. With a Linksys router, you can share your DSL connection with both wired and wireless computers and printers.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ethernet Cable

1. Setup your Linksys router near your computer, DSL modem and a power outlet. Place the router in an ventilated area at about waist level.

2. Run an Ethernet cable from the yellow "Internet" port on the back of your DSL modem, to the "WAN" port on the back of you Linksys router.

3. Connect the router to your computer with another Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the cable into one of your router's four "LAN" Ethernet ports, and plug the other end of the cable into the Ethernet port on your computer's network card.

4. Insert the tip of the Linksys's power adapter into the power port on the back of the router, and plug the transformer end of the power adapter into a nearby power outlet.

5. Boot up your computer and launch your Internet browser. Type "192.168.1.1" followed by the "Enter" key into your browser's address bar to access your router's graphical interface.

6. Click the "Password" tab at the top of the Linksys menu. On the Password page, create a password to protect your wireless network from unauthorized users.

References

• Linksys Support

Resources

• Linksys Routers
• Linksys Online Community