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Linksys WAG160N Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway User Guide
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.
Linksys WAG160N specifications
| Standards | 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.3u, g.992.1, g.992.2, g.992.3, g.992.5, T1.413i2, U‑R2 Annex B |
|---|---|
| Ports | DSL, Ethernet (1‑4), Power |
| Transmit Power | 18 dBm (WAG54G2) / 17 dBm (WAG110, WAG160N) |
| Antenna Gain | 2 dBi |
| Power Supply | 12 VDC, 1 A |
| Dimensions | 202 × 34 × 160 mm (8.0" × 1.3" × 6.3") |
| Weight | 362 g (12.8 oz) |
| Certifications | FCC, UL, CE, IDA, Anatel, A‑tick |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C |
Source: Linksys WAG54G2/WAG110/WAG160N Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway User Guide
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I reset the gateway to factory defaults?
Press and hold the Reset button for about five seconds, or use the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the web utility.
From: Linksys WAG54G2/WAG110/WAG160N Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway User Guide
What is the default IP address to access the web‑based utility?
Enter 192.168.1.1 in a web browser’s address bar.
From: Linksys WAG54G2/WAG110/WAG160N Wireless ADSL2+ Gateway User Guide
How do I reset the gateway to factory defaults?
Press and hold the Reset button for approximately five seconds, or use the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the web utility.
What are the default login credentials for the web‑based utility?
The default username and password are both "admin" unless you changed them during the Setup Wizard.