Linksys RVS4000 User Manual

4-Port Gigabit Security Router with VPN
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Networking Basics 4
An Introduction to LANs 4
The Use of IP Addresses 4
Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) 6
Why do I need a VPN? 6
What is a VPN? 7
Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Router 9
The Front Panel 9
The Back and Side Panels 10
Chapter 5: Connecting the Router 11
Overview 11
Connection Instructions 12
Chapter 6: Setting Up and Configuring the Router 13
Overview 13
How to Access the Web-based Utility 15
Setup Tab 16
Firewall Tab 25
VPN Tab 28
QoS Tab 33
Administration Tab 34
IPS Tab 37
L2 Switch Tab 39
Status Tab 41
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 43
Common Problems and Solutions 43
Frequently Asked Questions 53
Appendix B: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP 57
Overview 57
Before You Begin 57

Linksys RVS4000 Specifications

General

Brand	Linksys
Model	RVS4000
Category	Network Router
Language	English