I got my WRT54G from my son when he moved out of his apartment but he could not find the manual and software, I can download the manual but what about the software? I got laptop for xmas and it has Vista Premium on it and I want to install the Linksys but I am not sure about the software, do I have to have it to install?
This page shows you how to login to the Linksys WRT54Gv5 router.
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Find Your Linksys WRT54Gv5 Router IP Address
We need to know the Internal IP Address of your Linksys WRT54Gv5 router before we can login to it.
Linksys WRT54Gv5 IP Addresses |
192.168.1.1 |
If you did not see your router's ip address in the list above. There are 2 additional ways that you can determine your router's IP address:
- You can either follow our How To Find Your Routers IP Address guide.
- Or you can use our free software called Router IP Address.
Now that you have your router's Internal IP Address we are ready to login to it.
Login to the Linksys WRT54Gv5 Router
The Linksys WRT54Gv5 has a web interface for configuration. You can use any web browser you like to login to the Linksys WRT54Gv5. In this example we'll use Internet Explorer.
Enter Linksys WRT54Gv5 Internal IP Address
Put the Internal IP Address of your Linksys WRT54Gv5 in the Address Bar of your web browser. It looks like this:
Then press the Enter key on your keyboard. You should see a dialog box pop up asking your for your Linksys WRT54Gv5 username and password.
Linksys WRT54Gv5 Default Username and Password
You need to know the username and password to login to your Linksys WRT54Gv5. All of the default usernames and passwords for the Linksys WRT54Gv5 are listed below.
Linksys WRT54Gv5 Usernames | Linksys WRT54Gv5 Passwords |
blank | admin |
Enter your username and password in the dialog box that pops up. It looks like this:
Linksys WRT54Gv5 Home Screen
You should now see the Linksys WRT54Gv5 Home Screen, which looks like this.
If you see this screen, then congratulations, you are now logged in to your Linksys WRT54Gv5. You are now ready to follow one of our other guides.
Solutions To Linksys WRT54Gv5 Login Problems
If you can not get logged in to your router, here a few possible solutions you can try.
Linksys WRT54Gv5 Password Doesn't Work
You should try other Linksys passwords. We have a large list of Linksys Passwords that you can try located here. Perhaps your router's default password is different than what we have listed here.
Forgot Password to Linksys WRT54Gv5 Router
If your Internet Service Provider supplied you with your router then you might want to try giving them a call and see if they either know what your router's username and password are, or maybe they can reset it for you.
How to Reset the Linksys WRT54Gv5 Router To Default Settings
If you still can not get logged in then you are probably going to have to reset your router to its default settings. You may want to follow our guide called How To Reset your Router.
Other Linksys WRT54Gv5 Guides
Here are some of our other Linksys WRT54Gv5 info that you might be interested in.
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The Linksys WRT54G router, first released in 2002, has undergone several major revisions. Suitable for use in a small or home office, the WRT54G supports all major forms of wireless encryption, but does not support the newer Wireless-N technology that allows higher speed connections than previous networking standards. The fifth version of the WRT54G router also changed the router's operating system.
Connections
The WRT54G v5 has four ports for Ethernet connections to the Internet and one input for connecting the modem. The router does not support Internet over USB. Wirelessly, the WRT54G supports Wi-Fi connections through either Wireless-B or Wireless-G, also known as 802.11b/g. This router cannot connect to devices using Wireless-N or other upcoming standards such as Wireless-ac. Most computers and devices that use these new technologies also support Wireless-G, so they will still work, albeit at a potentially slower speed.
Security
The WRT54G v5 supports all the major types of wireless security: WPA2, WPA and WEP. Though marketed as a consumer-level device, the router also supports the enterprise versions of WPA2 and WPA, as well as RADIUS. Using these modes requires integration with a RADIUS server on your corporate network. Whichever security type you select on the router, all devices on the network must use the same method. Note that both WEP and WPA security no longer offer adequate protection, and should only be used if another network device does not support WPA2.
Physical Specs
Not counting cables and the power adapter, the router weighs 1.1 pounds. It measures 7.3 inches across by 7.9 inches deep by 1.9 inches tall. To avoid damage, only operate the router between 32 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit, with a humidity between 10 and 85 percent. Out of the box, the router includes the router hardware, a power cord, a disc of utility software and a single Ethernet cable.
Operating System
Linksys released the latest official firmware for the v5, version 1.02.8, in 2009. Unlike the first four versions of the WRT54G, v5 does not run on a Linux-based operating system. The v5 uses the VxWorks operating system. For the average user, this will not make much difference. Power users, however, could install additional features onto Linux-based routers that will not work with VxWorks. If you want to modify your WRT54G v5, you will have to remove the VxWorks system and install custom firmware. This will void your warranty, so only do so if you have a specific reason to and the technical expertise required.
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