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Linksys EA8300 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 7 User Guide MAX-STREAM™ AC2200 MU-MIMO TRI-BAND ROUTER Model EA8300...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Cannot access your router message ....................19 After setup ..............................21 The internet appears to be unavailable ....................21 Linksys Smart Wi-Fi does not open in your web browser .............. 22 Specifications ......................23 Linksys EA8300 ............................23 Environmental ............................... 23...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Top view...

  • Page 10: System Status Indicator

    Blinking Orange Wi-Fi Protected Setup error; blinks for one minute, then goes off Illuminated Linksys Logo—Logo blinks while the router is starting up. When the logo is solid white, the router is powered on and working correctly.

  • Page 11: Back View

    Note—For best performance, use CAT5e or higher rated cable on the Internet port. Reset button (5)— Press and hold until the illuminated Linksys logo turns off to reset the router to factory settings. You can also restore the factory settings using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi on the internet or mobile app.

  • Page 12: Side View

    Side view Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button—Press to connect to WPS-enabled network devices.

  • Page 13: Setting Up: Basics

    Linksys.com/support/EA8300 (documentation, downloads, FAQs, technical support, live chat, • forums) Linksys Smart Wi-Fi help (connect to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, then click Help at the top of the • screen) Note—Licenses and notices for third party software used in this product may be viewed on http://support.linksys.com/en-us/license.

  • Page 14: How To Install Your Router

    Ethernet (LAN) port on the modem. If you have a modem router, plug into any available port. 5. Wait until the illuminated Linksys light on the top of your router stops blinking and is solid white. Connect to the Wi-Fi name shown in the Quick Start Guide that came with your router. (You can change these details later.) If you need help connecting to the network refer to your...
  • Page 15 At the end of setup, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account. Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi to configure your router from any computer with an internet connection. Manage your router’s settings: Change your router’s name and password •...
  • Page 16 Wi-Fi Password 5 GHz Wi-Fi Name Wi-Fi Password 5 GHz Wi-Fi Name Wi-Fi Password Router Password 2.4 GHz Guest Wi-Fi Name 5GHz Guest Wi-Fi Name Guest Wi-Fi Password (Both share a password.) Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Username Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Password...

  • Page 17: How To Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi

    How to Use Linksys Smart Wi-Fi You can manage your router from anywhere in the world by using Linksys Smart Wi-Fi, but you can also do it directly from your home network. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi may be available for your mobile device, as well.

  • Page 18: Network Map

    Network Map Lets you display and manage all network devices connected to your router. You can view devices on your main network and your guest network, or display information about each device. Guest Access Lets you set up and monitor a network for guests to access Wi-Fi without exposing personal information.

  • Page 19: Parental Controls

    Parental Controls Lets you block web sites and set internet access times. Media Prioritization Lets you set which devices and applications have top priority for your network traffic.

  • Page 20: Speed Test

    Speed Test Lets you test your network’s internet connection speed. External Storage Lets you access an attached USB drive (not included) and set up file sharing, a media server, and FTP access.

  • Page 21: Connectivity

    Connectivity Lets you view and change basic and advanced network settings. Troubleshooting Lets you diagnose problems with your router and check the status of the network.

  • Page 22: Wireless

    Wireless Lets you view and change your router’s wireless network. You can change network names, security mode, password, MAC filtering, and connect devices using Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Security Lets you view and change your router’s wireless security. You can set up the firewall, VPN settings, and make custom settings for applications and games.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    You can find more help from our award-winning customer support at linksys.com/support/EA8300. Your router was not successfully set up If Linksys Smart Wi-Fi did not complete the setup, you can try the following: • Press and hold the Reset button on your router with a paperclip or pin until the illuminated Linksys logo turns off and the blue MU-MIMO indicators start blinking (about 10 seconds).

  • Page 24: Your Internet Cable Is Not Plugged In Message

    Your Internet cable is not plugged in message If you get a “Your Internet cable is not plugged in” message when trying to set up your router, follow these troubleshooting steps. • Make sure that an ethernet or internet cable (or a cable like the one supplied with your router) is securely connected to the yellow Internet port on the back of the router and to the appropriate port on your modem.

  • Page 25: Cannot Access Your Router

    If your internet service is cable, verify that the If your internet service is DSL, make sure that the cable modem’s CABLE port is connected to the DSL phone line is connected to the modem’s DSL coaxial cable provided by your ISP. port.
  • Page 26 1. In the menu bar across the top of the screen, click the Wi-Fi icon. A list of wireless networks will appear. 2. In the example below, the computer was connected to another wireless network named wraith_5GHz. The wireless network name of the Linksys EA8300 router, Damaged_Beez2.4 in this example, is shown selected.

  • Page 27: After Setup

    3. Wait until the modem’s online indicator has stopped blinking (about two minutes). Reconnect the power cord to the router. 4. Wait until the illuminated Linksys logo is on. Wait two minutes before trying to connect to the internet from a computer.

  • Page 28: Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Does Not Open In Your Web Browser

    Linksys Smart Wi-Fi does not open in your web browser The latest versions of Google Chrome , Firefox®, Safari® (for Mac® and iPad®), Microsoft Edge, and Internet Explorer® version 8 and newer work with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    4 external adjustable antennas (non-detachable) Ports USB 3.0, Ethernet (1-4), Internet, Power Buttons Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Power, Reset Lights Top panel: Illuminated Linksys logo , Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Internet connection, Network cable connection to internet port Back panel: USB, Ethernet (1-4), Internet UPnP Supported...
  • Page 30 BELKIN, LINKSYS and many product names and logos are trademarks of the Belkin group of companies. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. Licenses and notices for third party software used in this product may be viewed here: http://support.linksys.com/en-us/license.

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