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You can never have too much security, however there are some firewalls that will not work with hardware firewalls, that includes the all Linksys Routers . Keeping this in mind, some software firewall will continue working after the router is installed. If it does, it shouldn't need to remove it, because it's an extra layer of security. However if there are difficulties using the Internet with the Software firewall after installing the router, try disableing it to see if internet is accessable. If the internet works after disabling the software firewall, then remove the firewall.

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I see that you are looking for the security Key settings, to be able to get your security key settings fir the Router you will need to get your Routers IP address.

Step 1. click the stat button on the lower left side of your Desktop screen, click all programs and look for Accessories, then click command promp this should show a black screen with a blinking cursor type in ipconfig then press enter this will show you information about your networks ip address, Look for Default gateway something like this 192.168.2.1 this varies on the router that you have.

Step 2. Enter the IP address on the address Bar of your browser then press enter this should show you the Routers settings page that is where you can see your routers settings for the security key.

to see your security key in windows you will need to check in device manager and click open Network and sharing center.

Upper right hand side you should see Manage wireless networks, click on Manager wireless networks it will show you a list of wireless Routers that you laptop has connected to, in the list look for the Router that you are connecting to and double left click on it it show you a window click on security this will show yout the settings for your windows security but the security will be encrypted as dots, the above instructions will show you how to get the security key from the router to be able to enter it in your windows settings and make the security key on the Router and your windows the same .

I hope that I have answered your question about getting your security Key :)

A "certificate-error" occurs when you access a "secure-HTTP" site (one that uses the 'https://' prefix for the URL) and the "certificate" that the site is "secure" (namely that the site really is the site that it claims to be) is invalid. Certificates have a "start-date" and an "end-date" and certificates can be "revoked". If the certificate is for a different web-site ('web.site.com' versus 'www.site.com') or is revoked, or if the current date is not between the "start" and "end" date, you get the "certificate error" message. What site did you try to access?

Here is a link to linksys WPA Setup page everything you should need will be there. Click Here>>> https://www.linksys.com/ca/support-article?articleNum=139152

You must use your Cisco Connect CD Install, this runs a wizard, otherwise you need to know default IP address, administrator password and some other data.Please check your prouct home page at: http://homesupport.cisco.com/en-us/support/routers/EA4500

First and foremost, did you start with the Holy Grail of steps when dealing with routers? 30-30-30 YES! It does make a difference and it matters. Hopefully you haven't bricked it (probably not). If it is powered on, press and HOLD the reset button until the VERY END, DO NOT LET UP. Holding the reset button for 30 seconds, then unplug the power and wait 30 seconds, plug power back in and wait 30 seconds. . . NOW you can let up on the reset button. Now you can try and reflash the firmware, DO make sure you are using the correct version of DD-WRT for your EXACT model AND Version. I have only done a few, but the 30/30/30 is crucial I am telling you!

In order to change the settings of the Linksys router, you will need to login to Linksys router setup page. If you have installed Linksys/Cisco connect software on your main computer then you can change settings using that installation program. here is link which may help you with Linksys E2500 router. https://fixhomenetwork.com/blog/linksys-e2500-router-setup/

Check the available memory on your PC. It may be limited and far too small for the operation you are running. Same thing happened to me

Press and hold red reset button on back of unit for 30 seconds

Check the wall outlet for power, using a lamp or such. If you can get a multi-meter, set the meter to Volts-DC between 12 and 20. Plug the power supply into the wall outlet and test the other end for voltage. The power supply should tell you its output so the reading should be more than a couple of volts. If it is less or ZERO the power supply is dead. If it has power, then open the router and check for a fuse. If the fuse is dead, replace. If there is no fuse or the fuse is OK then the router may be dead. Best of luck.

It's a wireless router, so you may not need to use a port at all. You can connect to any of the ports numbered 1 through 4. The yellow Internet port should connect to your outside network. (Cable modem or router or Ethernet port from your Internet service provider.)

See if any of the solutions proposed at the bottom of the page (click here) fix your problem.

I am providing you with two links from linksys. The fist link is the user guide, and the second is the quick installation guide. Between these two guides you should be able to set the router up with out any issue.http://homedownloads.cisco.com/downloads/userguide/1224638367343/WRT54G-v1.1_ug.pdfhttp://homedownloads.cisco.com/downloads/quickinstall/1224638367420/WRT54G-v1.1_qi.pdfhope these help

Lets see if this works out for ya.
1. In your browser go to http://192.168.1.1
2. The user will be "admin" and the password field leave it blank
3. Go to the Setup Tab
4. On WAN Connection Type make sure it is set to "Obtain an IP Automatically"
5. Go to the DHCP tab and make sure it is enabled
6. Unplug the Roadrunner modem and the Linksys Router.
7. Wait around 15-30 seconds
8. Plug the Roadrunner modem in and wait until all the lights except the ethernet/computer connection are on.
9. When they are all on plug the Linksys router power back in
10. Wait around 30 seconds and see if your getting a connection
Otherwise get back to me. Good luck.

not really unless you were to run an ethernet cable from your existing network to a location outside of the current wi fi range. A repeater would be better https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-wifi-extenders,review-2225.html It hears the wi fi signal so you put within the signal range near where the signal still can be heard near the extent of the current wi fi range. It will hear the signal and then re-transmit it to extend the signal range . You might be able to use a gain antenna of 5dbi 2dbi is lost in the cable usually so it is 3dbi which is twice the level http://computers.mwave.com.au/electronics/High-Gain-Antenna another method would be a omni directional antenna facing the coverage range . But it is beaming in one direction . which means more signal strength in one direction https://www.mwave.com.au/product/draytek-ant1207-highgain-omnidirectional-indoor-antenna-black-ac04622

I think you can try upgrading the firmware on your router,Connect the computer to the router.Download the latest firmware.Open the setup page of the router and upgrade the firmware.After upgrading the firmware, reset the router and reconfigure it manually.See How to upgrade firmware on Linksys router.Watch video: Linksys router setup

It depends on the power capability of the EA7400! Usually, those ports are rated at 500ma, or 0.5 amps each. If you plug in a non-powered hub into one of the ports, it will draw power from the EA7400 to operate. If the power draw needed exceeds the capability of the port, it won't work properly. A powered hub relies on an external power source. In that case, only data collisions (oversaturating the ports) need to be considered.