Router Status                                                                              

The Status screen displays the Router's current status and configuration. All information is read-only.

 

Firmware Version

The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Firmware should only be upgraded from the System screen if you experience problems with the Router. Visit www.linksys.com to find out if there is updated firmware.

Current Time

The current date and time are displayed here.

MAC Address The MAC Address of the router is displayed here.
Router Name The name of the router is displayed here.

Host Name

 

The Host Name is the name of the Router. This entry is necessary for some ISPs.

Domain Name

The Domain Name is the name of the Router's domain. This entry is necessary for some ISPs.

 

Internet

 

Configuration Type

The current Internet login type is displayed here.

IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway

The Internet IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway IP Address of the Router, as seen by external users on the Internet, are displayed here.

DNS

 

The DNS (Domain Name Server) IP Addresses currently used by the Router are shown here. Multiple DNS IP settings are common. In most cases, the first available DNS entry is used.

DHCP Release

Click the DHCP Release button to delete the Router's current Internet IP address.

DHCP Renew

Click the DHCP Renew button to get a new Internet IP address for the Router.

 

Click the Refresh button to refresh the Router's status and settings.