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Simple Ways To Configure Router

This document provides a comprehensive guide on configuring a router, including connecting to the router, accessing the configuration page, and setting up security features like static IP addresses and port forwarding. It also covers how to block specific websites and manage user access on the network. Key steps include changing default usernames and passwords, checking internet settings, and applying wireless encryption for network security.

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Simple Ways To Configure Router

This document provides a comprehensive guide on configuring a router, including connecting to the router, accessing the configuration page, and setting up security features like static IP addresses and port forwarding. It also covers how to block specific websites and manage user access on the network. Key steps include changing default usernames and passwords, checking internet settings, and applying wireless encryption for network security.

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Simple Ways to Configure

Router
Things You Should Know
 When connecting to the router configuration page, you'll need to know
your router's address, username, and password.
 Set up a static IP address using DHCP settings. Enable port forwarding
to attach a direct link between your network and your device.
 Use the Block Sites menu to limit other users sharing the Wi-Fi
network.
1.

Connect your router to your computer and your


modem. Use Ethernet cables to connect your modem to the
WAN/WLAN/Internet port on your router, and connect your computer
to the “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” port on the router.
2.

Open a web browser. Your router’s configuration page


can be accessed by any computer that is connected to the same
network. When configuring your router, you will have the best results
if you connect with a computer that is wired to the router with an
Ethernet cable.
 You can use Google Chrome, Safari, Mozilla Firefox, or
another web browser.
Enter in your router’s address. Routers are accessed
through your web browser by entering the IP address into the address
bar. The IP address varies a bit by manufacturer, but most are the
same or very close. These are some of the more popular
manufacturers and the associated addresses:
 Linksys: http://192.168.1.1
 Xfinity: http://10.0.0.1/
 3Com: http://192.168.1.1
 D-Link: http://192.168.0.1
 Belkin - http://192.168.2.1
 Netgear - http://192.168.1.1
 Arris - http://10.0.0.1
 Most routers have their default address printed in the
documentation or on a sticker on the router itself. You
can also look it up online on the manufacturer’s website
or if the given router's address doesn't work for you then
you can simply reset your router to its default state. [1]
 If needed, you can find your router's IP address.
3.
Enter in your username and password. Before you access the
configuration page, you’ll be asked for a username and password.
[2] Most routers will come with a default username/password combo,
while some allow you to proceed without entering anything.
 Your router’s documentation will tell you the default
username and password required. They may also be
printed on the router itself.
 “admin” is one of the most common default usernames.
 “admin” or “password” are two of the most common
passwords.
4.

Reset your router if you can’t access it. If you’ve looked up your
default address and username/password combo and you still can’t
access your router, you can reset it to factory defaults to clear out
any changes that may have been made. This is useful for secondhand
routers or old changes that you can’t remember.
 You can reset your router by pressing the Reset button
on it. This button is usually small and recessed, and can
only be reached by a paper clip. Some routers have a
button that can be pressed more easily.[3]
 You'll know the router is reset once you see the lights
flashing.[4]
 After pressing the reset button, wait 30-60 seconds and
then try entering the router’s address and
username/password combination again.
5.

6.

Assign the router a new username and password.


Leaving your router with the default username and password is very
insecure, and you should change it immediately after setting it up.
You can usually find this in the Administration section of the router
configuration.
 Choose a username and password that can’t be easily
guessed. Include numbers and symbols to create a
secure password.
 Routers connected to services, such as Xfinity, may
require you to log into a mobile app to manage more
settings. If you don't see more options, head to your
internet provider's main website to
Check your Internet settings. In the Internet, Setup, or Home
menu of your router, check that your Internet IP address, DCHP, and
DNS settings are all set. These should typically be set to automatic
unless your service provider informs you otherwise.
 Many routers will provide a test button on the Internet
menu page. Click it to check if your internet settings are
configured correctly.
 With routers connected to services, such as Xfinity, you'll
need to use their respective app to make changes to
your account.

2.

Open the Wireless settings. This menu may be called Wireless,


Wireless Settings, Basic Setup, or something similar. This page will
display your wireless SSID, channel, encryption, and other settings.
3.

Name your network. Find the field labeled SSID. This is the name of
your network, and it will appear in the list of available networks for
your wireless devices. Be sure to not put any personal information in
your network name, as the name will be public.
 Make sure that the “Enable SSID Broadcast” box is
checked.
 The Channel should be set to Auto. If you have a lot of
wireless networks in your area, your router will
automatically move the network to a clean channel.
4.

Choose your wireless encryption. This can also be called the


Security Options. Here you’ll be able to choose which method you
want to use to encrypt your network traffic. The options for most
routers are WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK.
 WPA2 is the most secure mode of encryption, and you
should use it if all of your devices support it. Only older
devices do not support WPA2.
5.
Choose a passphrase. The passphrase is what you enter when a
device connects to your network. A strong passphrase will help
protect your network from unwanted intruders. You should always
have a passphrase for your network.
6.

Apply your settings. Once you have chosen your SSID, encryption
type, and passphrase, click the Apply or Save button to start your
wireless network. Your router will process for a few seconds, and then
your wireless network will be detectable by your wireless devices. [7]
 If you need to change your Wi-Fi passphrase, you can
repeat the steps above to input a new one. You will need
to know the current passphrase to change it. Otherwise,
you'll need to reset your router.
1.

Access the router settings. Use the steps in Connecting to a


Router to access your router's admin page.
2.
Locate the router's DHCP settings. This could look like Client List,
DHCP Pool, DHCP Reservation, or something similar.
 This section will list the devices currently connected to
your router, along with their IP addresses.
3.

Reserve an IP address. You'll need to assign an IP to the device for


the router to use by default. Depending on the router, you'll be able
to select from a list of IP addresses, or you can click a button that
says Reserve or Add.
 If you want to revert back to DHCP, you'll need to

select Automatic (DHCP) within the IP address setting.

1.
Locate the Port Forwarding menu. This may also look like: Port
Triggering, Applications & Gaming, Port Range Forwarding, or similar.
This can usually be found in the Advanced section of the router’s
configuration page.[8]
2.
Add a new service or rule. Click the button to add a custom
service. This will open a form where you can enter the port forwarding
information.
 Name/Service Name – This is the name of the program
you are port forwarding for. The name is only for you to
easily recognize it in a list.
 Protocol – Your options are TCP, UDP, and TCP/UDP. Refer
to the program you are forwarding the port for to see
what option you should choose.
 External Starting Port – This is the first port in the range
of ports that you want to open.
 External Ending Port – This is the last port in the range of
ports that you want to open. If you are only opening one
port, enter the same port into this field.
 Check the box that uses the same port range for the
Internal ports or fill out the same information for the
Internal port fields.
 Internal IP address – This is the IP address for the
computer that you want to open the port for. You can
find the IP address for your PC or Mac computer.
3.

Check the "Enable" box. Each line with port forwarding rules has its
own Enabled box. Check the box for each line you want to enable.
4.

Save or Apply the rule. Your router will process for a few moments,
and then the changes will be applied. Your program will now be able
to access the open port for the computer you specified.

Blocking Apps and Websites


1.

Open the Block Sites menu. This can be found in the Security or
Parental Controls section of the configuration menu. You can block
sites from being accessed by any device on your network, though you
can allow specific devices to access them. You can also set a
schedule for the blocks, which is especially useful for homework time
or when you need to focus on work.
 Blocking specific websites or keywords can benefit those
who want to limit the user's activity.
2.
Add a site to the block list. Your options will change depending on
the router you are using. Some routers allow you to block keywords
as well as specific sites. Add what you want to block to the list.
3.

Allow trusted computers to view blocked sites. You can check a


box to allow trusted IP addresses to view blocked sites. This can be
useful for parents who still want access to the sites that they’ve
blocked for their kids.
 Once you’ve checked the box, add it the IP addresses
you want to bypass the blocks.
4.
Set your block schedule. This may be in a separate menu from the block
list. You can select which days of the week you want the block to take effect, as
well as the time of day that it is implemented. Once you are done, click the
Apply button.

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