Cisco E3000 User Manual

Cisco E3000 Manual

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    User Guide Linksys E3000 High Performance Wireless-N Router
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    Linksys E3000 Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1 Top 1 Back 1 Chapter 2: Cisco Connect 3 Installation 3 Main Menu 4 Computers and Other Devices 6 Parental Controls 8 Guest Access 10 Router Settings 10 How to Exit Cisco Connect 12 How to Access Cisco Connect 12
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    Linksys E3000 Table of Contents Status > Router 41 Status > Local Network 41 Status > Wireless Network 42 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43 Appendix B: How to Install and Access USB Storage 45 Overview 45 Windows 7 45 Windows Vista 47 Windows XP 49 Mac OS X 52 Advanced Configuration (
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    to protect and allow your entire network to access the Internet using a single Internet IP address. Setup and use of the Router is easy using Cisco Connect, the software that is installed when you run the included CD. Advanced configuration of the Router is available through the provided browser
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    Suggested Mounting Hardware 2.5-3.0 mm 4-5 mm 1-1.5 mm NOTE: Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by unsecured wall-mounting hardware. Chapter 1: Product Overview Follow these instructions: 1. Determine where you want to mount the Router. Make sure that the wall you use is smooth, flat
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    Linksys E3000 Chapter 2: Cisco Connect During installation, the setup software installs Cisco Connect on your computer. Cisco Connect offers options to connect additional computers or devices to the Router and allows you to change the Router's settings. Installation To install the Router: 1. Insert
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    on-screen instructions. NOTE: A group of computers or other devices connected to a router is a local network. The router allows the networked devices to communicate with each other. The main menu offers four options: Computers and devices, Parental controls, Guest access, and Router settings. NOTE
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    Change To enable parental controls or change settings, click Change and go to Parental Controls, page 8. Main Menu - Guest Access Guest access provides Internet access only; it does not provide access to the local network and its resources. For example, the guest computer cannot print to a printer
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    to Wireless Printer, page 7. Other Devices Click this option to connect a device that is not a computer, such as a smartphone or game console. Go to Connect Manually, page 7. Computer You can use a USB flash drive to create an Easy Setup Key, which holds the wireless settings for the Router. Then
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    . If you already have an Easy Setup Key, then you can update it with the Router's current settings. 1. Insert the Easy Setup Key or a USB flash drive into an available USB port on your computer. Chapter 2: Cisco Connect Connect Manually 1. Enter the Network name (SSID), Security Key, and Security
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    9. To set up parental controls on a computer, refer to Set Up Parental Controls, page 9. Change parental controls password Click this option to change the password that protects access to parental controls. Refer to Change Parental Controls Password, page 10. High Performance Wireless-N Router 8
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    Linksys E3000 Restrict Internet Access List Chapter 2: Cisco Connect Set Up Parental Controls To set up parental controls for a computer, follow these instructions: 1. Select the computer from the Restrict Internet access on list. (If the computer is not listed, click Add to select the computer.)
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    default, guest access is enabled. To disable guest access, select no. Guest network name By default, the setup software sets up the name of the guest network. Password By default, the setup software sets up the password for the guest network. To change the password, click Change. Router Settings
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    save your settings. Change Router Name and Password Router Details The Router details screen appears, displaying the Model name, Model number, Serial number, Firmware version, Operating system, Software version, Connection type (WAN), IP address (LAN), IP address (WAN), and Computer IP address. (WAN
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    advanced configuration settings of the Router. Username Enter this username to access the browser‑based utility. Password Enter this password to access the browser‑based utility. Copy password To copy the password to the Clipboard, click this option. Chapter 2: Cisco Connect Advanced Settings
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    access the browser‑based utility through the Cisco Connect software. For more information, refer to Router Settings, page 10. High Performance Wireless-N Router Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Setup > Basic Setup The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup screen. This allows you to change
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    E3000 Automatic Configuration - DHCP The default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP. Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) or if you connect using a dynamic IP Address. (This option usually applies to cable connections
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    Linksys E3000 Server IP Address Your ISP will provide you with the Server IP Address. User Name and Password Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a
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    to 1500 range. The default size depends on the Internet Connection Type: •• DHCP, Static IP, or Telstra: 1500 •• PPPoE: 1492 •• PPTP or L2TP: 1460 Network Setup The Network Setup section configures the IP settings for your local network. Router Address This presents both the Router's IP Address and
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    Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Setup > DDNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP
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    Address, TZO Password, and Domain Name Enter the settings of the account you set up with TZO. Internet IP Address The Router's Internet IP address is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change. Status The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed. Update To manually trigger
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    . You can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup to easily configure and connect to both networks (refer to Wi-Fi Protected Setup, page 21), or you can manually configure the Router. If you use manual configuration, then set up each network with the following: •• Unique Network Name (SSID) •• Wireless security
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    the 2.4 GHz network. Internet Printer Modem Router Family Notebook Gaming Console 1 2 1 2 Blu-Ray Player 5 GHz Wireless Network (Local Devices Only) 2.4 GHz Wireless Network (Local or Guest Devices) If you set the Configuration View to Manual, the Basic Wireless Settings screen displays the
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    for further instructions. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Status, Network Name (SSID), Security, and Passphrase are displayed at the bottom of the screen. NOTE: If you have client devices that do not support Wi-Fi Protected Setup, note the wireless settings, and then manually configure those client
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    E3000 Wireless > Wireless Security The wireless security settings configure the security of your wireless network(s). The Router supports the following wireless security options: WPA/WPA2 Mixed Mode (default), WPA2 Personal, WPA Personal, WEP, and RADIUS. (WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access
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    Enter a Passphrase to automatically generate WEP keys. Then click Generate. High Performance Wireless-N Router RADIUS RADIUS Server Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. RADIUS Port Enter the port number of the RADIUS server. The default is 1812. Shared Key Enter the key shared between the
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    32 Enter the MAC addresses of the devices whose wireless access you want to control. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings The Advanced Wireless Settings screen is used to set up the Router's advanced wireless
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    , configure the Transmission Rate setting.) The Router will advertise its Basic Rate to the other wireless devices in your network, so they know which rates will be used. The Router will also advertise that it will automatically select the best rate for transmission. The default setting is Default
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    the Router, keep the default, Enabled. PPTP Passthrough Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or
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    > Disk Your Linksys E3000 has a USB port on the back of the Router. This allows you to connect an external USB drive and access the contents over the network. USB Internet 4 3 Ethernet 2 1 Reset 12VDC Power When a USB drive is connected to the USB port of the Router, a shared folder titled
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    button. Groups with Access To block a group from accessing the folder, select it, and then click the
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    . Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Storage > Media Server Setup Server Name The default server name of the Router is Ciscoxxxxx. xxxxx represents the last 5 digits of your serial number. This can be found on the bottom of the router. NOTE: If you used the setup software for installation, then the
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    your changes. Storage> FTP Server Setup Server Name The default server name of the Router is CiscoHotspotxxxxx. FTP Server Select Enabled to use the Router as an FTP server. Otherwise, select Disabled. An external USB hard drive or USB disk must be connected to the USB port to use this service
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    it should match the workgroup name of the computers on your local network. The Router's default is workgroup. Server LAN IP Address The local IP address of the Router's media and FTP server is displayed. Server Internet IP Address The Internet IP address of the Router's FTP server is displayed. 31
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    E3000 User Management By default the Router creates two users, admin and guest. The users are listed by User Name and Group. Create New User To create a new user, click this button. The User Account screen appears. Proceed to Create or Edit a User Account, page 32. Edit To change the settings
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    or IP address. You can also enter a range of IP addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes, click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Then click Close. Access Restrictions > Internet Access Internet Access
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    Enabled to enable port forwarding. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Applications and Gaming > Port Range Forwarding The Port Range Forwarding screen allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail
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    to enable port forwarding. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Applications & Gaming > Port Range Triggering The Port Range Triggering screen allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP address of the computer
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    the following categories: Applications, Online Games, MAC Address, or Voice Device. Proceed to the instructions for your selection. High Performance Wireless-N Router Add a New Application Enter a Name Enter a name for this application. Port Range Enter the port range that the application will be
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    Configuration MAC Address Online Games Online Games Games Select the appropriate game. If you select Add a New Game, follow the instructions in the Add a New Game section. Priority Select the appropriate priority: High, Medium (Recommended), Normal, or Low. Click Apply to save your changes
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    upgrade the Router from the Internet (outside the local network), select Enabled. (You must have the Remote Management feature enabled as well.) Otherwise, keep the default, Disabled. Allowed Remote IP Address If you want to be able to access the Router from any external IP address, select Any IP
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    Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Administration > Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Logviewer IP Address If your computer uses Logviewer software, you can enter the fixed IP
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    's configuration to its factory default settings. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults To reset the Router's settings to the default values, select Restore Factory Defaults. Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored. Administration > Firmware Upgrade NOTE
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    settings. Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Internet Connection This section shows the current network information stored in the Router. The information varies depending on the Internet connection type selected on the Setup > Basic Setup screen. For a DHCP connection, select Release IP Address
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    your 5 GHz and/or 2.4 GHz wireless network(s). Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration Status > Wireless Network 5GHz/2.4GHz Wireless Network MAC Address The MAC address of the Router's local, wireless interface is displayed. Mode The wireless mode used by the network is displayed. Net work Name (SSID
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    . You want to access the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect. To enter the browser-based utility from Cisco Connect, follow these steps: 1. Open Cisco Connect. 2. On the Main Menu, click Router Settings. 3. Click Advanced Settings. 4. Write down the username and password that are displayed
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    Click Save Settings. Appendix A: Troubleshooting In Windows XP, you do not see the Router in the My Network Places screen. In the Network Tasks section, click Show icons for networked UPnP devices. If the Router does not appear, follow these instructions: 1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Firewall
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    Connect an external USB hard disk drive or USB flash disk to the USB port of the Router. 2. In the Address field, enter the local IP address of the Router: \\xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx The default is 192.168.1.1. You can change this IP address on the Setup > Basic Setup screen; refer to Setup > Basic Setup
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    IP Address of Router NOTE: Another option is to use the default server name of the Router. In the Address field, enter: \\Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx represents the last five digits of the Router's serial number.) If you used the setup software for installation, then enter the name of your wireless network
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    IP Address of Router NOTE: Another option is to use the default server name of the Router. In the Address field, enter: \\Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx represents the last five digits of the Router's serial number.) If you used the setup software for installation, then enter the name of your wireless network
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    name and password.) Click OK. Enter Local IP Address of Router NOTE: Another option is to use the default server name of the Router. In the Address field, enter: \\Ciscoxxxxx (xxxxx represents the last five digits of the Router's serial number.) If you used the setup software for installation, then
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    Mapped Drive Windows XP Install the USB Storage Device 1. Make sure your computer has a wired or wireless connection to the Router. 2. Connect an external USB hard disk drive or USB flash disk to the USB port of the Router. USB Internet 4 3 Ethernet 2 1 Reset 12VDC Power Click Finish High
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    you used the setup software for installation, then enter the name of your wireless network (up to 15 characters) in the Address field. 3. Double-click the Public folder. (By default the Router creates a shared folder called Public.) Enter Account User Name and Password User accounts are set up on
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    Linksys E3000 Appendix B: How to Install and Access USB Storage 3. Right-click the folder you want to map, and click Map Network Drive. 6. Click Finish. Map Network Drive 4. From the Drive drop-down menu, select an available drive letter. Click Finish Select Drive Letter 5. If the login
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    flash disk to the USB port of the Router. USB Internet 4 3 Ethernet 2 1 Reset 12VDC Power Access the USB Storage Device 1. From your desktop select Go > Network. Double-Click Mapped Drive 2. Double-click the server name. NOTE: If you used the setup software to install your Router, then
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    the folder. If the user name is a member of the guest group you will only have read access. 4. Enter your name and password. (For the admin account, admin is both the default user name and password.) Click OK. User accounts are set up on the Storage > Administration screen; for more information
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    Linksys E3000 Appendix B: How to Install and Access USB Storage 3. The shared folder will be displayed on the desktop and you can access it by double-clicking on the icon. 3. Select Login Items. Add to Startup Login Items 1. Go to the Apple menu and select System Preferences. 2. Click
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    your computer, and enter the Router's default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter. A login screen will appear. (Non-Windows 7 users will see a similar screen.) In the User name field, enter admin. Then enter the password created during the Setup Software. (If you did not
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    select the appropriate level of access, read and write or read only. 7. Click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel Changes to clear your changes. Click Close to exit the screen and return to the Administration screen. High Performance Wireless-N Router User Account 4. In the User
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    E3000 Description High Performance Wireless-N Router Model Number E3000 3
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    product is supplied or licensed for beta, evaluation, testing or demonstration purposes for which Cisco does not charge a purchase price or license fee. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY ON MEDIA SET FORTH ABOVE ANDTOTHE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL SOFTWARE AND SERVICES PROVIDED BY
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    proves defective during the Warranty Period, contact Cisco Technical Support (or, if you purchased your product from a service provider, contact the service provider) for instructions on how to obtain warranty service. The telephone number for Cisco Technical Support in your area can be found by
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    devices •• Connect the equipment Any changes or USA is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11 channel mobile satellite systems. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
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    E3000 Because high power non contrôlé. Ce matériel doit être installé et utilisé à une distance d'au moins network capacity, data throughput rate, range and coverage. Performance depends on many factors, conditions and variables, including distance from the access point, volume of network
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    E3000 old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product. Español d'informations sur le mode d'élimination de votre ancien équipement, veuillez prendre contact avec les pouvoirs publics locaux, le service de traitement des dé
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    of any third party. Cisco may change, suspend or discontinue the Software and Services at any time, including the availability of any feature, functionality, or content without notice or liability. Cisco may also impose limits on certain features and services or restrict Your access to parts or all
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    paid any applicable fee for the Upgrade. "Documentation" means all documentation and other related materials supplied by Cisco to You pursuant to this Agreement. "Technology" shall mean the Software and Services collectively. License Restrictions. Other than as set forth in this Agreement, You may
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    Linksys E3000 Appendix F: Software End User License Agreement In addition, Cisco may collect and store detailed information regarding Your network configuration and usage for the purpose of providing You technical networking support. The information is associated with You only when You provide a
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    is neither a service nor a support contract. Information about Cisco's current technical support offerings and policies (including any fees for support services) can be found at www.myciscohome.com/support. Export. Software, including technical data, may be subject to U.S. export control laws and
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    to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs; and that you know
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    E3000 Appendix F: Software stating that you changed the files and the date of any change. b. You , whose permissions for other licensees extend to the entire whole, and thus to control compilation and installation of access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access Router 68
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    range of software detail to address new problems or concerns. software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. High Performance Wireless-N Router 69
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    E3000 Appendix F: Software Cisco product contains open source software license document, but changing it is not Router are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service problems that might be introduced by others. Finally, software
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    also called "this License"). Each licensee is addressed as "you". A "library" means a collection of software functions and/or data prepared so as interface definition files, plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the library. Activities other than copying, distribution
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    Linksys E3000 Appendix F: Software End User License Agreement table used by this function must be optional: if the application does not supply it, the square root function must still compute square roots.) These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that
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    E3000 Appendix F: Software End User License Agreement a. Accompany the work with the complete corresponding machine-readable source code for the Library including whatever changes , if the user installs one, as long access to copy from a designated place, offer equivalent access to Router 73
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    range of software address new problems Software Foundation. If the Library does not High Performance Wireless-N Router software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided SERVICING,
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    E3000 Appendix F: Software End User License Agreement Schedule 2-C OPENSSL LICENSE If this Cisco product contains open source software licensed under the OpenSSL license: This product includes software NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR
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    E3000 Appendix F: Software software must display the following acknowledgement: "This product includes cryptographic software software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@ cryptsoft.com)" THIS SOFTWARE SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED cannot be changed. i.e. this
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Linksys E3000
High Performance Wireless-N Router
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