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Linksys WRT160NL Wireless‑N Broadband Router with Storage User Manual
This guide provides a complete overview of the Linksys WRT160NL Wireless‑N Broadband Router with Storage, covering hardware layout, LED indicators, and basic operation. It walks users through initial installation, including wall‑mounting, connecting the USB storage device, and accessing the web‑based configuration utility.
Advanced chapters detail wireless security settings, DHCP and PPPoE configuration, storage management, access restrictions, and application‑specific features such as port forwarding and QoS. Appendices include full specifications, warranty information, regulatory notices, and the software end‑user license agreement.
Linksys WRT160N specifications
| Model | WRT160NL |
|---|---|
| Standards | 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11b, 802.11g, Draft 802.11n |
| Ports | Internet, Ethernet (1‑4), USB, Power |
| Number of Antennas | 2 detachable R‑SMA |
| RF Power (EIRP) – 802.11n | 13.5 ± 1.5 dBm |
| Receive Sensitivity – 802.11n HT40/MCS15 270 Mbps | -67 dBm (10 % PER) |
| Security Features | WEP, WPA, WPA2, RADIUS, SPI Firewall |
| Power Supply | 12 V / 1.5 A (switching) |
| Dimensions | 7.98" × 6.27" × 1.30" (202.79 × 159.2 × 33.14 mm) |
| Weight | 9.98 oz (283 g) |
Source: Linksys WRT160NL Wireless‑N Broadband Router with Storage User Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
How do I reset the WRT160NL to factory defaults?
Press and hold the Reset button on the right side of the product label for about five seconds, or use the Administration > Factory Defaults screen in the web‑based utility.
From: Linksys WRT160NL Wireless‑N Broadband Router with Storage User Manual
What is the default IP address to access the router’s web‑based utility?
Enter 192.168.1.1 in a web browser’s address bar to reach the router’s configuration page.
From: Linksys WRT160NL Wireless‑N Broadband Router with Storage User Manual
How do I reset the router to factory defaults?
Press and hold the Reset button for about five seconds, or use the Administration > Factory Defaults option in the web utility.
From: Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N Broadband Router User Guide
What is the default IP address to access the router’s web‑based utility?
Enter 192.168.1.1 in a web browser to reach the router’s configuration page.
From: Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N Broadband Router User Guide
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".