The MSI RG300N 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.
Other MSI RG300N Guides
This is the wifi guide for the MSI RG300N. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- MSI RG300N - Reset the MSI RG300N
- MSI RG300N - How to change the IP Address on a MSI RG300N router
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N User Manual
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N Login Instructions
- MSI RG300N - How to change the DNS settings on a MSI RG300N router
- MSI RG300N - Information About the MSI RG300N Router
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N Screenshots
WiFi Terms
Before we get started there is a little bit of background info that you should be familiar with.
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 MSI RG300N
To get started configuring the MSI RG300N WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.
To login to the MSI RG300N, follow our MSI RG300N Login Guide.
Find the WiFi Settings on the MSI RG300N
If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.
This WiFi guide starts on the Status page of the MSI RG300N router. From there, click the option of Wireless in the dark blue sidebar to the left. Then highlight the option below that of Wireless Settings.
Change the WiFi Settings on the MSI RG300N
On this new page, use the SSID box to enter a new network name. This name acts as the identification for your network. It doesn't really matter what you enter here but we recommend avoiding personal information such as names or numbers. Check out our guide titled Wireless Names Guide.
Select the correct country from the list next to Region.
Then use the drop down list titled Channel to pick the appropriate channel for your network. Everyone should use a non-overlapping channel, either 1,6, or 11.
The last setting on this page is the Channel Width. We recommend setting this to Automatic.
That's it for this page, just click the Save setting then go back to the left and click Wireless Security.
This takes you to a new page titled Wireless Security.
Scroll down this page and click the radio button labeled WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK.
Below that use the Version drop down list to choose the option of WPA2-PSK. This is the best security option available for home networks right now. Read our WEP vs. WPA guide.
Set the Encryption to AES.
The last setting is titled PSK Password. This is the password you type into any wireless device you want to access your network. It is also used to encrypt your private information while it is being transmitted. This password should be strong. We recommend at least 14-20 characters in length. We also suggest using symbols, and numbers in your password. Learn more about creating strong passwords by reading our guide titled Choosing a Strong Password.
Before you exit, click the Save button.
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.
Other MSI RG300N Info
Don't forget about our other MSI RG300N info that you might be interested in.
This is the wifi guide for the MSI RG300N. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- MSI RG300N - Reset the MSI RG300N
- MSI RG300N - How to change the IP Address on a MSI RG300N router
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N User Manual
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N Login Instructions
- MSI RG300N - How to change the DNS settings on a MSI RG300N router
- MSI RG300N - Information About the MSI RG300N Router
- MSI RG300N - MSI RG300N Screenshots