This is a wireless ADSL2+ gateway, model WAG160N
The Linksys WAG160N Wireless‑N ADSL2+ Gateway lets you share an Internet connection via Wi‑Fi or four Ethernet ports, offering security features such as WPA2, SPI firewall and NAT. It is designed for home and small‑office environments and includes LEDs for power, DSL, wireless and Ethernet status.
This guide covers the product overview, a wireless security checklist, step‑by‑step installation, basic and advanced configuration (including QoS, VPN passthrough, and firewall settings), specifications, regulatory information, and warranty details. It also explains how to access the web‑based utility, reset the device, and change default credentials.
| Model Number | WAG160N |
|---|---|
| Standards | 802.11N, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.3u, g.992.1 (g.dmt) |
| Ports | Power, DSL, Ethernet (1‑4) |
| Power Supply | 12 VDC, 1 A |
| Dimensions | 202 × 34 × 160 mm (8.0" × 1.3" × 6.3") |
| Weight | 362 g (12.8 oz) |
| Transmit Power | 17 dBm |
| Antenna Gain | 2 dBi |
Press and hold the Reset button for approximately five seconds, or use the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the web utility.
The default username and password are both "admin" unless you changed them during the Setup Wizard.