LINKSYS WRT160NRouter user manual

This is a user guide for the Wireless-N Broadband Router model WRT160N


LINKSYS WRT160NRouter user manual - cover page
Brand
Linksys
Category
Router
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
38
File format
PDF
File size
3.6 MB
Published
20 March, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
WRT160N
MD5 checksum
5416B0737D517463BEBE6FD785F6C08E

About this manual

This guide introduces the Linksys WRT160N Wireless‑N Broadband Router, describing its front and back panel LEDs, Ethernet ports, and Wi‑Fi Protected Setup button. It explains how the router connects to the Internet via a wired or wireless connection and outlines the built‑in security features such as WPA2, SPI firewall, and NAT.

The manual walks you through using the web‑based utility for basic setup, advanced configuration, and troubleshooting. It covers configuring the Internet connection type, setting up wireless security, resetting to factory defaults, and accessing status information. Appendices provide specifications, warranty, and regulatory disposal instructions.

What's inside

  • Product Overview
  • Wireless Security Checklist
  • Advanced Configuration
  • Setup > Basic Setup
  • Wireless > Basic Wireless Settings
  • Administration > Factory Defaults
  • Status > Router
  • Appendix A: Troubleshooting
  • Appendix B: Specifications
  • Appendix D: Regulatory Information

Specifications

Wireless standardWireless‑N
Default SSIDlinksys
Default passwordadmin

Frequently asked questions

How can I reset the WRT160N to factory defaults?

Press and hold the Reset button for about five seconds, or select Factory Defaults in the Administration tab of the web utility.

What is the default SSID for the router?

The default SSID is "linksys".

What security features are built into the router?

It includes WPA2 security, a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall, and NAT technology.

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