How To Perform Linksys Velop MX5300 Setup Accurately

Velop systems are one of the great creations of Linksys. With this one networking device, you get the uninterrupted networking experience in the entire abode from the front door to your backyard. There are an ample number of options in the mesh and velop category but in today’s blog-post we’ll be sharing the insights about none other than Linksys Velop MX5300 setup. This one operates on wifi 6 that delivers super-fast speeds of upto 5.3Gbps. For more details, you need to check out the whole post. 

Product Features 

• First up, MX5300 can easily take up upto 50 devices simultaneously. 
• The device features BSS technology. This helps in reducing congestion by removing interferences from nearby wireless networks. 
• The Linksys Velop MX5300 setup also uses OFDMA technique. This technology increases network efficiency in high density situations. So you get super-fast Wi-Fi speeds for your multiple devices. 
• With the availability of WPA2 security encryption and SPI firewall, you need not worry about the security of your network.
• Further, the device offers not one or two but in total four Gigabit ethernet ports. So to achieve stable and strong connectivity for your specific gadget you can directly connect it to the Velop system. 
• Additionally, you can keep your network privacy by using the Guest network option. Thereafter limit the use of the internet for your children with the help of parental control features. Moreover, with device prioritisation you get to prioritize devices that require the most speed. 
• Lastly, the Linksys Velop MX5300 setup becomes even more easy with the availability of smart top panel indicators and the Linksys app.

Description Of MX5300 LED Indicators

On the top panel of the Velop node there is a tiny LED light. It changes colors as per its exact workings. So here are the different meanings of it:

• Flickering Blue: Starting Up
• Stable Blue: Working perfectly thus having a connection to the internet.
• Flickering Purple: It tells about the progression of Linksys Velop MX5300 setup. 
• Stable Purple: Ready for configuration.
• Flickering Red: If the parent node is showing flickering red light then it means it’s disconnected from the modem. Whereas if the scenario is such on the child node then it depicts too much distance between the parent and child node. 
• Flickering White: When the 5-Press Setup method is under process then you see blinking white light on the top panel.

 

So now you know the meanings of different LED colors, you can begin with the Linksys Velop MX5300 setup.

Installation Steps

The setup is simple and the outcome will definitely be in your favor if you perform the setup steps with precision and accuracy. For better understanding we have divided the steps into two parts.

✓ Initial Steps

• First if you have any existing router make sure you disconnect it from the modem and then reboot the modem. 
• Thereafter, bring the ethernet cable. With its usage, create a connection between MX5300 and the modem. 
• Now activate both the devices by using their respective power cords. Wait till the gadgets start up properly. 
• Before moving ahead, turn your parent node upside down here you’ll find three details. One is username, second is the default password and the last one is recovery key, note them down. 
• Herein grab your smart device. You can use a computer system, laptop or even your smartphone or iPad will serve the purpose. 
• Now visit wifi settings. Turn on wifi. Using the details that you just saw on the velop’s back panel, connect to the main node’s network.

✓ Final Steps

• This is the crucial Linksys Velop MX5300 setup step so make sure you perform it with precision. So what you need to do is open up an internet browser. Ensure it operates on the recent firmware version and its cache and cookies are also cleared up. 
• Visit the URL field of the browser. In it put up, http://192.168.1.1. Press Enter. If by any chance the login address doesn’t work then use myrouter.local. 
• Now tap on the mobile icon. Click on reset password. Enter the recovery key. Thereafter put up the new password as you like. Finally tap on Sign in. 
• As you finish the above setup step, you enter the main location. So now move to the bottom. Tap on CA Link. 
• Thereafter open Connectivity option. Following it, open the Router Setup tab. 
• Finally fill up the details. Then hit on Setup Node. Make sure you type in a difficult to guess password.
• Now after a few minutes you’ll see the new network. Tap on Connect. 
• Finally, check the LED indicator. It should be glowing blue. Thus the Linksys Velop MX5300 setup is almost done. 
• Now you’ll be asked about the child nodes. If you want to add them up, tap on Yes if not then on No. Thereafter just follow the interface guidance to set the additional nodes as well. 

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