Setup WiFi on the Linksys E2500

The Linksys E2500 router is considered a wireless router because it offers WiFi connectivity. WiFi, or simply wireless, allows you to connect various devices to your router, such as wireless printers, smart televisions, and WiFi enabled smartphones.

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WiFi Terms

Before we get started there is a little bit of background info that you should be familiar with.

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Wireless Name

Your wireless network needs to have a name to uniquely identify it from other wireless networks. If you are not sure what this means we have a guide explaining what a wireless name is that you can read for more information.

Wireless Password

An important part of securing your wireless network is choosing a strong password.

Wireless Channel

Picking a WiFi channel is not always a simple task. Be sure to read about WiFi channels before making the choice.

Encryption

You should almost definitely pick WPA2 for your networks encryption. If you are unsure, be sure to read our WEP vs WPA guide first.

Login To The Linksys E2500

To get started configuring the Linksys E2500 WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.

To login to the Linksys E2500, follow our Linksys E2500 Login Guide.

Find the WiFi Settings on the Linksys E2500

If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.

router setup — This is the *setup* page from your Linksys E2500 router.

The WiFi guide begins on the Basic Setup page of the Linksys E2500 router. From here click the gray link at the top of the page labeled Wireless. This should take you to the proper page, but if not, click Basic Wireless Settings.

Change the WiFi Settings on the Linksys E2500

wifi wireless — This is the *wifi setup* page from your Linksys E2500 router.

This brings you to the Basic Wireless Settings page. Clicking the Wi-Fi Protected Setup radio button at the top of the page takes you to the page that deals with WPS. We advise turning this function off. WPS is a relatively easy way for a possible intruder to access your network. Read more about the insecurities of WPS in our guide titled What is WPS.

Tick the radio button at the top of the page labeled Manual.

This opens a page where you can manually change the WiFi settings. In the 2.4GHz Wireless Settings section, find the box labeled Network Name (SSID). This is a name you create in order to identify your network. It doesn't matter what you enter here but we advise you to not use personal information. Read our How to Change your Wireless Name Guide for more information on the topic.

Now find the drop down list titled Channel. You need to use a channel that does not overlap. For this reason you should use only channel 1,6, or 11. Learn why this is important by reading our WiFi Channels Guide.

Once you have made these changes, click the Save Settings button near the bottom of the page.

Then at the top of the page click Wireless Security.

router wifi security wireless — This is the *wifi security* page from your Linksys E2500 router.

You should now be on a page like the one you see here. Find the heading in the left sidebar of 2.4GHz Wireless Security. Use this section to enter in the information.

First, use the drop down menu of Security Mode to choose WPS2 Personal. This is the strongest security option for home networks. To learn more, read our guide titled WEP vs. WPA.

Now enter in the Passphrase. This is the password you use to grant access to your network. It's a good idea to create a strong password of at least 14-20 characters. Use a mix of numbers, capital letters, and symbols. Learn more tips, when you read our guide titled Choosing a Strong Password.

Finally, click Save Settings before you exit.

Possible Problems when Changing your WiFi Settings

After making these changes to your router you will almost definitely have to reconnect any previously connected devices. This is usually done at the device itself and not at your computer.

Setup WiFi on the Linksys E2500

Use a VPN Instead

Other Linksys E2500 Guides

WiFi Terms

Wireless Name

Wireless Password

Wireless Channel

Encryption

Login To The Linksys E2500

Find the WiFi Settings on the Linksys E2500

Change the WiFi Settings on the Linksys E2500

Possible Problems when Changing your WiFi Settings

Other Linksys E2500 Info