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Setting Up: Basics

HOW TO CREATE A HOME NETWORK

What is a network?

A network is any group of devices that can communicate with each other. A home
network can also include Internet access, which requires a router like this one.
A typical home network may include multiple computers, a printer, a modem, and a
router. A large home network may also have a switch, additional routers, access
points, and many Internet-capable media devices such as TVs, game consoles, and
web cameras.
Modem Connects a computer or a router to your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Your ISP may have provided one. The modem is a device that connects to a phone
jack or your cable TV outlet.
Router Connects your wireless and wired network devices to each other and to the
modem (and to your ISP).
Switch Allows you to connect several wired network devices to your home
network. Your router has a built-in network switch (the Ethernet ports). If you
have more wired network devices than available Ethernet ports on your router,
you will need an additional switch to consolidate the wired connections.

How to set up a home network:

Purchase the proper equipment. For a network that includes Internet access,
you'll need:
• Computers with an Ethernet port or wireless networking capabilities
• A modem for connecting to your ISP (typically supplied by your ISP)
• A router to connect your computers with each other and to the modem
• Internet service to your home, provided by an ISP (Internet Service Provider)
• Make sure that your modem is working. Your ISP can help you set up your
modem and verify that it's working correctly.
• Set up your router. See "How to install your router" on page 6.
• To connect a computer or other network device to the network, see "How to
connect a computer to your network" on page 10 and "How to connect other
devices" on page 11.
WRT 1900AC | Setting Up: Basics

WHERE TO FIND MORE HELP

In addition to this User Guide, you can find help at these locations:
• Linksys.com/support (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)
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