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EtherFast® Cable/DSL Router (BEFSR11)
• Capable of remote administration via the Internet
• Able to act as a DHCP server for your existing network
• Supports IPSec pass-thru
• Creates a Firewall to protect your computers from outside intruders
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Support Sections
Guide Me provides step-by-step solutions and troubleshooting tips. FAQs are frequently asked product questions. Select Downloads for user guides and firmware updates.
- Overview
- Guide Me
- FAQs
- Product Information
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Getting to Know the BEFSR11
- Finding the model number and the serial number of your Linksys device
- List of devices compatible with Windows 7
- Setting up your router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Encountering intermittent wired connections using a router
- Assigning a static IP address on a wired computer
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the router’s web-based setup page
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Resetting the Linksys router to factory default
- Cascading (Connecting) a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up Port Range Forwarding for routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Configuring File and Printer Sharing
- Product Information
- Keeping your Linksys devices’ firmware or driver updated
- Getting to Know the BEFSR11
- Finding the model number and the serial number of your Linksys device
- Setting up your router
- Setting up a Linksys router with Cable Internet service
- Setting up a Linksys router for DSL Internet connection
- Setting up a router with a Static IP account
- Connecting devices to a Linksys router using an Ethernet cable
- Changing the LAN IP of a Linksys router to Work with a DSL Modem
- Resetting the router to factory defaults and changing the router’s password
- Different ways in setting up your Linksys wireless router
- Advanced Troubleshooting
- Encountering intermittent wired connections using a router
- Assigning a static IP address on a wired computer
- Blinking Power or Diag LED on a router
- Upgrading the Linksys router’s firmware
- Accessing the Router’s Web-Based Setup Page Using a Macintosh Computer
- Encountering difficulties accessing the router's web-based setup page
- Resetting the Linksys router to factory default
- Cascading (Connecting) a Linksys router to another router
- Setting up Port Range Forwarding for routers and gateways
- Resolving NAT type issues with gaming consoles through a Linksys router
- Configuring File and Printer Sharing
- Forums
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Linksys router BEFSR41 ver-2
I actually found this link and I followed it exactly and I have revived the router with firmware upgrade, since I had diag...
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BEFSR41 Port Forwarding Save Changes Button Missing
Disable your security software on your computer. AntiVirus and Personal Firewalls like to mess with the JavaScript embedded...
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Rotuer Security Question
Hello. Click here to see the differences between security modes. WPA2 Personal + wireless MAC filter should be good ...
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Unable to update BEFSR11 firmware
The web upgrade page uses java and doesn't work with the newer versions of java. Use a utility called tftp2 instead - google...
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Wan not working........Uplink does. Why?
If you connect the modem to the uplink port of the router you basically bypass the router. It's almost the same as if you...
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BEFSR11 QoS?
Does the BEFSR11 support QoS protizing so I can set a certain IP/MAC to have higher pritory then any other device so I get...
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BEFSR11and VPN
Issue solved. Well. In case anybody else runs into this problem, I upgraded the firmware in the BEFSR11 from 1.45.7 to...
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WAG320N Static Route
Again: the WAG320N does not support this kind of setup. It does not allow you to define directly delivered static routes...
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E4200 Static IP Issues
Haha! Oh man! Late nights just aren't good. I realized my error in the morning. I had previous used the Advanced Routing...
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IP address? DHCP?
The AM200 is router with integrated modem. That's the main problem. I would recommend only to use a single router.Two recommended...
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Cannot renew ip address
Un-install the adapter software/linksys monitor and install only the drivers... Remove the Linksys Adapter and un-install...
- Downloads
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is M20.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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E-Series
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. The serial number is located underneath the device. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is WRT54G ver 6.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Silver
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRT54GX4.
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Wireless Routers with Voice Ports
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRTP54G V.2.
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Wireless VPN Routers
Step 1:
Look at the side panel of the router when it is standing vertically.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WRV54G.
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Blue and Black
Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is BEFSR41 ver.4.1.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PC Card or Card Bus
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WPC54G ver.7NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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PCI Adapter
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WMP54G ver.4.1.
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USB Wireless Adapter
Step 1:
Look for the sticker around the device.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker. Please see the example.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number is WUSB54G ver.4.
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PCI Adapters
Step 1:
If your adapter is already connected to the computer, shut down your computer and remove the adapter.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the device itself. Please take note of the exact model number and version. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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SE Switches
Step 1:
Look at the top of the device.Step 2:
The model number should be found under the CISCO logo.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your product. The serial number is located underneath the device. In this example, the model number of the device is SE1500.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys product. If there is no version number beside the model number, it means that it is a version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is NMH410.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Step 1:
Flip the device over.Step 2:
You should find the model number on the sticker underneath the device. Please see the example.Step 3:
Take note of the exact model number and version of your Linksys device. The serial number is located right underneath the model number. In this example, the model number of the device is DMC250.NOTE: The images may vary depending on the exact model number of your Linksys Product. If there is no version number beside the model number it means that is version 1.
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Downloads
Please ensure you select the correct hardware version as not all downloads are compatible with your device.
Free Software notice for certain products, click here.
Firmware
08/30/2004
Ver.1.46.2
Download 362 KB
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Firmware Upgrade Instructions
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Forums
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Linksys router BEFSR41 ver-2
I actually found this link and I followed it exactly and I have revived the router with firmware upgrade,...
-
BEFSR41 Port Forwarding Save Changes Button Missing
Disable your security software on your computer. AntiVirus and Personal Firewalls like to mess with the...
-
Rotuer Security Question
Hello. Click here to see the differences between security modes. WPA2 Personal + wireless MAC filter...
-
Unable to update BEFSR11 firmware
The web upgrade page uses java and doesn't work with the newer versions of java. Use a utility called...
Guide Me
Get quick solutions and troubleshooting tips.