A Linksys router is one of the products by Linksys and it even has its app which is Linksys app. These routers is used to connect with multiple devices to the internet either wired or wireless connection. It even provides high speed internet access and local network capabilities. Linksys router has many features, some of the key features are:
- WiFi Technology
- Dual-band and Tri-band
- Mesh WiFi
- Security Features
- Ethernet Ports
Linksys Smart WiFi is made such way that provides more control over your home WiFi whether you are at home or not, using a web browser or Linksys app. Linksys smart WiFi has many features, some of the key features are:
- Remote Access
- User Friendly interface
- Device Monitoring
- Parental Controls
- Guest Network
To access your Linksys router settings via myrouter.local or linksyssmartwifi.com, you should follow these steps. Here is how to access both:
Accessing via Myrouter.Local
Myrouter.local is an URL and used to access the local web interface of your Linksys router when you are connected to your home network.
- Make sure your device like computer, smartphone, or tablet is connected to the Linksys router WiFi network or is connected via Ethernet.
- Open any web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.) on your connected device.
- In the address bar you have to type myrouter.local and press Enter.
- Now, you will be directed login page. Here, enter your username and password.
Note* Enter the default username and password. For username and password check the router label. If you have previously changed your router login credentials then use that username and password.
- Once you are logged in, you will be prompted to the router management interface. Here you can configure settings like WiFi network name, password, guest network, and security features.
Accessing Via Linksyssmartwifi.com
Linksyssmartwifi.com is a URL and used for cloud based management of your Linksys router. This allows you to access your router settings even when you are not connected to your network.
- You will see the option to create an account for Linksyssmartwifi login.
- This account allows you to remotely manage your router settings through the Linksys app or URL www.linksyssmartwifi.com.
- Enter your email address and create an account if you want remote access.
- Once you are logged in, you can access various router settings just as if you were logged in locally:
- Change WiFi names (SSID) and passwords.
- Set up a guest network.
- Configure parental controls.
- Monitor devices connected to your network.
- Prioritize devices for better bandwidth.
- Check internet speed and update the firmware.
Here router setup is completed. Now test the internet connection by connecting a device to the WiFi network and browsing a website.
If you feel WiFi range is less and didn’t covered the house completely then you can add extenders with your router. Extenders help to extend the router network. You can add Linksys re6300 setup, Linksys 6400 setup and many more.
If you still have any trouble during the Linksys smart WiFi setup, you can follow these troubleshooting tips mentioned below:
Troubleshooting Tips
Firmware Update
Check that if there is firmware update available, if it is then update the firmware. Always make sure that you are using updated firmware. An out dated firmware can reduce the efficiency.
Restart
If there is a minor glitch or error, you can restart the router. To restart unplug all the switches and wait for about few minutes, then plugin back the switch. And now your router is restarted, just wait for the lights to get stabilize.
Reset
Usually the last option is to reset. To reset locate the reset button on a router and press that reset button and hold it for 10 seconds. Your router is now reset to default factory settings, you have to configure the router again.
Conclusion
In short we can say that, it is easy to access myrouter.local and linksyssmartwifi.com, with the help of Linksys smart WiFi you can monitor and control the router from anywhere.
