- Connectify Hotspot’s virtual router functionalities are fully compatible with any routing scenario. The software app runs on Windows PCs and laptops and allows you to share any type of Internet connection via Wi-Fi Hotspot or wired Ethernet.
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Router IP Console is a simple in usage SNMP-based tool intended for management and control of active network equipment (such as IP routers, repeaters etc). You may want to check out more software, such as Router IP Console DeNovo, Router IP Address or Show My IP, which might be similar to Router IP Console. The ROM monitor firmware runs when the router is powered up or reset. The firmware helps to initialize the processor hardware and boot the operating system software. You can use the ROM monitor to perform certain configuration tasks, such as recovering a lost password or downloading software over the console port.
This document is meant to provide home network user's a general resource on how to access their router setup or console so they may adjust the settings. Because of how many different routers there are available today, not all of the steps below may apply to you.
TipYou may be able to skip all of the steps below by trying the most common IP router addresses. Click either http://192.168.1.1, http://192.168.2.1, or http://10.0.0.1 to open a new window in your browser with the router setup. If these links do not work, follow the steps below.
Determine router address
Before being able to access a router, you must determine its IP address by following the steps below.
Microsoft Windows users
- Open the Windows command prompt.
- At the command prompt type: ipconfig and press Enter. You should then see information display that is similar to the example below.
- If you have multiple network adapters, make sure you are looking in the Ethernet adapter section. The Default Gateway address is the IP address of the router connected to your computer. In the example above, the IP address we want to remember is 192.168.1.1.
If you have multiple routers in your home or business, such as a cable and wireless router skip to the multiple router users section below.
Linux users
Linux users can follow the same steps listed above for Windows users. However, instead of using the ipconfig command in the console, you would want to use the ip command and view the information for inet. For example:
Multiple routers
If you are using multiple routers in your network setup, make sure you the IP address that corresponds to the router you want to access. If can't find the router you're currently connected to, you can try performing a traceroute.
To perform a traceroute using Microsoft Windows, type: tracert computerhope.com. If you are using Linux, type: traceroute computerhope.com. Either of these commands will provide you with output similar to the example below.
As you can see in the above example, the first two hops are the internal routers. If we want to look at the router connected to the Internet the address, we would remember the address is 192.168.2.1.
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Accessing the router
Once you have determined the IP address of the router you want to access, open an Internet browser window and in the address bar, type the IP address. So, if your IP address was 192.168.2.1 enter '192.168.2.1' in the address bar.
If accessible, you should be prompted for a username and password. If you do not know this information, it is likely that the username and password are set to default, which this should be changed. The default information for your router can be found in the router documentation. Often, it is either 'admin' or 'administrator' for both the username and password or the username with no password.
After entering the proper username and password, you should have full access to the router and be able to manage its settings.
Unable to access
If you cannot access the router using the steps above, try pinging the router IP address by typing: ping 192.168.1.1 (enter your router IP address if it's different) into the command prompt or console.
If you do not get a response, check your network connections.
If you get a ping response back but cannot access the router through the above steps, it is possible that your router settings are accessed differently. Alternatively, you can try telneting to the router.
Additional information
- See the ifconfig, ipconfig, ping, tracert, and traceroute pages for further information about each of these commands.
In a recent article, I discussed creating a definitive list of Cisco management tools that should be in every administrator's toolbox, and I asked for TechRepublic members' help ('What's the best Cisco router configuration and management tool?'). Many of you chimed in with valuable suggestions. I've taken notes on all of the recommended products, and I'll be writing articles to introduce you to some of the lesser known — but very valuable — Cisco network management tools.
This time, I want to focus on a core tool that many members mentioned they had to have — a terminal emulator. It might not be the most glamorous area of networking tools, but it's an essential tool that you must have to use the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI).
The best way to manage the Cisco IOS is through a terminal emulator using the CLI. You can use a terminal emulator to connect to a router, switch, or firewall's CLI interface either over the network using Telnet or SSH protocols or over a serial line connected to the console of the device.
Members didn't disappoint with their recommendations for a terminal emulator. Here's a quick look at their suggestions. Let's find out how the terminal emulators recommended by readers compare.
SecureCRT
A product of VanDyke Software, SecureCRT provides Telnet, serial, and SSH for the Windows OS. It offers a script recorder, logging, and multiple session windows.
SecureCRT integrates with SecureFX for file transfer, and it only works on Windows. I have seen SecureCRT used at Cisco sites and on Cisco testing computers. It's been around for a while (current version is 5.5), and Cisco fully supports it.
One copy costs $99 (U.S.). Figure A shows a screenshot of SecureCRT.
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SecureCRT |
PuTTY
An implementation of Telnet and SSH for Windows and UNIX platforms, PuTTY provides Telnet, serial, and SSH. It features a single executable to run and no installation. It supports logging, and source code is freely available. One downside is that the connection list isn't easily stored.
Currently in version .60, PuTTY hasn't seen heavy development, but it works great. Also available are PuTTYtel, PSCP, PSFTP, Plink, Pageant, and PuTTYgen, as well as hundreds of other products based on the source code of PuTTY.
Best of all, PuTTY is free. Figure B and Figure C show screenshots of the tool.
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PuTTY |
Figure C |
PuTTY |
TeraTerm Pro
Available from Ayera Technologies' Web site, TeraTerm Pro provides Telnet, serial, and SSH for the Windows OS. It supports logging, and the source code is freely available. It offers a saved setup, as well as add-ons such as a macros editor.
Overall, this is a very nice terminal emulator. It's similar in look and feel to SecureCRT.
TeraTerm Pro is free. Figure D shows a screenshot of the tool.
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Figure D |
TeraTerm Pro |
Windows telnet
Supported by the Windows OS, the telnet command provides Telnet only. It's only available at the Windows command prompt, and odds are good you're already familiar with this option.
Its biggest advantage is that it's free. Figure E offers a screenshot of using this option.
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Windows telnet command |
Windows HyperTerminal
Also included in the Windows OS, the Windows HyperTerminal program provides Telnet and serial, but no SSH. It offers logging and XMODEM file transfer to get files onto switches or routers with the correct IOS.
While Windows HyperTerminal is also free, it can be frustrating to use sometimes. Figure F offers a screenshot of the program.
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Windows HyperTerminal |
Of course, there are many more Windows terminal emulators than just these — including PowerVT, PowerTerm, WRQ Reflection, HotVT, TinyTERM, and BlueZone. For Linux, there are even more (such as Konsole).
Summary
There are some great terminal emulators out there available for no cost. In my opinion, it's worth the time to upgrade from Windows HyperTerminal or the telnet command — neither one of these options will likely do the job for you in the long run.
While PuTTY is great, TeraTerm Pro seems even more full-featured. And if you have some budget money to spend, SecureCRT is by far the best product.
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One thing about terminal emulators is that no matter what network you work on or what type of Cisco network equipment you have, you have to have a terminal emulator — and you have to know how to use it.
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David Davis has worked in the IT industry for 12 years and holds several certifications, including CCIE, MCSE+I, CISSP, CCNA, CCDA, and CCNP. He currently manages a group of systems/network administrators for a privately owned retail company and performs networking/systems consulting on a part-time basis.