I would like to activate my security on my linksys please, I bought a used one from the thift shop and would like to learn how to activate the securty code so no one else would tap in........thank you

If the Wireless device isn't secured, Secure it. Set up a SSID and Security Key(password). If it is secured, change the Security Key(password), Use the Linksys Setup Manual found here: http://support.linksys.com/en-us/support/routers/WRT120N Always Secure your Wireless. If unsecure your signal, at best, COULD be use by anyone to connect to the web using your resources and slowing down your activity. At worst, use your signal for nefarious purposes causing you a great deal of Pain and Heartache, and MAYBE the FBI knocking at your door.

Hi,

I do not recommend that you use WEP for security as this is no longer a secure method for wireless network.

Setting up a wireless network can be a bit tricky at times, but if you follow this step by step guide for Linksys routers, you will have your wireless network up and secure in no time.
It will walk you through resetting the wireless router and quickly setting up a securing your network.

Click here:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r8641009-wireless_network_reset_setup_linksys


Magoo

Info is on this linksys page:

http://www.linksysbycisco.com/static/us/Learning-Center/Network-Security/How-to-Secure-Your-Network/index.html

Click on this link or copy and paste the complete link into your browser.

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Thanks, Joe

I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/joe_8b8c2cd6ce148309

read this Linksys page:

http://www6.nohold.net/Cisco2/ukp.aspx?pid=80&login=1&app=search&vw=1&articleid=3967

http://www.linksysbycisco.com/static/us/Learning-Center/Network-Security/How-to-Secure-Your-Network/index.html

Click on this link or copy and paste the complete link into your browser.

If I could be of further assistance, let me know. If this helps or solves the issue, please rate it and give a testimonial for my response. Happy Holidays!

Thanks, Joe

I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/joe_8b8c2cd6ce148309

This article will guide you on how to change the password of your Linksys router.
NOTE: The default password of your router is "admin" and no User name. It is recommended to change the Password for security purposes. If you forgot your Password, press and hold the reset button at the back your router. To learn how to reset the Password of your router, click here.

Changing the Router's Password

Step 1:
Access the router's web-based setup page. To learn how, click here.
NOTE: To learn how to access the web-based setup page on a Mac computer, click here.
Step 2:
Click on the Administration tab.

Step 3:
Enter the new password in the Password field and Re-enter to confirm.

NOTE: The image may vary depending on the model number of the Linksys device.


NOTE: If the window on your router's web-based setup page looks different, click here.

Step 4:

Click .
NOTE: The next time you log in to the router's web-based setup page, make sure to enter the new password.

Related Articles:
Setting-Up WEP, WPA or WPA2 Wireless Security on a Router
Checking the Wireless Settings on a Linksys Router
Downloading at Linksys by Cisco Support Site

Connecting to a Wireless Network Using Linksys Wireless Manager Article ID: 17673
Follow these instructions to connect to a wireless network using the Linksys Wireless Manager.

Step 1:
Launch the Linksys Wireless Manager. To learn how to access the Linksys Wireless Manager, click here.

Step 2:
In the Connect to a Wireless Network screen, locate the name of your wireless network in the list.

NOTE: If your wireless network is not in the list, click here to learn How to Connect to a Hidden Wireless Network. If your wireless network supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup , click here to learn How to Connect Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

Step 3:
Select your network. Then click Connect.

Step 4:
If the wireless network uses wireless security, enter the security key or network. Then click Next.

Step 5:
The Checking Connection screen appears while the Wireless Manager establishes the wireless connection. When it is finished, click Next to continue.

Step 6:
The Connected to Your Network screen appears. If you want the Wireless Manager to remember your network settings select Remember this network. Click Finish to exit the Wireless Manager.

NOTE: Saving a network's settings will make it easier to reconnect to the network.

Go to Linksys.com and get the directions from there. After you get them, remember to set system name to unique name, set wireless security, change channel to 11 to free up wireless land line interference. And change router password. Tape this info to the bottom of the router.

Activate the WPA2 protection and use a truly random generated password, then activate the MAC filtering and allow only your pc's.

You will need to check the wireless settings of the router. You will needthe name of your wireless network ( SSID) and the wireless network key or passphrase.
You are using E1000 router. This is new series of routers from Linksys.
If you are using the security type WPA/WPA2 mixed then use only the WPA personal and TKIP.
now go to X-box and try to connect to the wireless.

Click here for more information about how to connect to the wireless on X-box

Did you get my other reply?... about disabling you wireless care and har wiring your computer to YOUR linksys? I posted it this afternoon.