How to Secure network. Linksys.

[ProjectDan35]

In our house we have a Linksys router. It is unsecured...:eek:

In the area there are 3 houses with a network also, they are all secured. How do I secure my network? Brand is Linksys.

is this video correct on showing you how to secure it?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhNAsnqnHWc

 

[richc46]

Good question, I hope that this provides you with a good answer
Linksys | Learning Center

 

[ProjectDan35]

Good question, I hope that this provides you with a good answer
Linksys | Learning Center

Ok. Thanks for that link. I will give it a shot and let you know how it goes.

 

[richc46]

Im not familiar with Linskys, but the article looked good.

 

[ProjectDan35]

I have changed a couple settings in the menu. But I can't choose WAP Personal or WAP2 Personal from being DISABLED with out losing signal from the wireless receivers. It says they have to have the same security mode to communicate. I can obviously change the mode of the Router, but how do I change the mode of the wireless receivers in my house?

 

[kesume]

hi,
What model number is you router?
WRT54GS,WRT120N?...........

 

[ProjectDan35]

WRT54GS. I have disabled security for both of them now. They connect fine. Just trying to get it secure. If I can't, thats fine. My neighbors all have their own networks so I doubt mine is being used as I live in a house in the boonies, not an apartment.

 

[kesume]

Maybe sorted then?
You may like to log onto this link, excellent info on Laskys routers.
Could help you:-
How to Troubleshoot a Linksys Router | eHow.com

Let me know if its any good!

 

[richc46]

Maybe this will help
Windows Tricks and tips: How To Secure a Linksys WRT54G Router

 

[kesume]

Good link Richard.

 

[Patonb]

I think you need to discribe your setup more.... Its a simple click and go on the router, but you seem to have 2 or more.

 

[richc46]

I think with both our replies the problem will be solved and that the name of the game.

 

[ProjectDan35]

I have another question. The main router is the Linksys WRT54 ( something like that). It's a G router, says 54mpbs on it. I have a wireless N adapter,my connection is only 3 out of 5 bars. We, at times, have 3 recievers running off it. My xbox, laptop, and my comptuer. The router is hooked up to my fathers computer. If we changed the main router to an N router, would the connection be stronger and better? Would it faster then 54mbps?

 

[kesume]

Hi again,

What is make , model etc, of N Router.

 

[ProjectDan35]

Hi again,

What is make , model etc, of N Router.

Either the Linksys e1000 or wrt160n.

 

[kesume]

Hi,
I have your Linksys from last time I think, its a
WRT54GS, am I right?

It's the n router make etc.
You might find the link below interesting, hope so!
It will help, I think.



Difference Between N and G Router | Difference Between | N vs G Router

 

[ProjectDan35]

Hi,
I have your Linksys from last time I think, its a
WRT54GS, am I right?

It's the n router make etc.
You might find the link below interesting, hope so!
It will help, I think.



Difference Between N and G Router | Difference Between | N vs G Router

Ok. I'm sold then. Sounds like N routers are quite a bit faster then G.

 

[kesume]

typoWell that's your choice, of course.
I can only offer the advice of possible alternatives within your situation.
Hopefully sound advice.

But I think the article puts things into perspective, don't you?

 

[kesume]

You will also find this link interesting, not only for the article, but maybe for comparisons in the future.

Linksys WRT160N vs. Linksys e1000

 

[Patonb]

I have another question. The main router is the Linksys WRT54 ( something like that). It's a G router, says 54mpbs on it. I have a wireless N adapter,my connection is only 3 out of 5 bars. We, at times, have 3 recievers running off it. My xbox, laptop, and my comptuer. The router is hooked up to my fathers computer. If we changed the main router to an N router, would the connection be stronger and better? Would it faster then 54mbps?

Theere's ALOT of reasons you can be getting 3 outa 5 bars and none can be due to the G and N thing. Where is your router verses the systems? What type are the walls? What electronics are inbetween the router and stuff?

The number of devices really doesn't matter, other than your overall internet speed.

Being only 3 bars isn't a bad thing.... Its what are the connection speds with the router, and whats your outside speed?

Even if you get a full 54mbsp router connection, if you only have a 5mbps outside connection, the 54 is meaningless.... so would N speed.

You need to provide more description of whats your problem, what your isp connection is, and what you doing between the devices before you run out and spend money.