Linksys Velop MX8501 Setup

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    Linksys Velop MX8501 Setup - Tri-Band AXE8400 Mesh WiFi 6E Router

    Linksys Velop MX8501 is a tri-band mesh Wi-Fi router that connects to your modem and creates a local network. A router distributes the internet connection to multiple devices via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cables. To use the device for better internet connectivity and performance you need to do its configuration. Linksys Velop MX8501 Setup is a quick & simple process. Steps involved in the setup process are described in this page. You need to read the details up to the end prior to start setup.

    Linksys Velop MX8501 device offers several features like tri-band support, parental control, guest WiFi etc. The security feature of the device is best as it supports various wireless security/ encryption types including WPA2/ WPA3 Mixed Personal, WPA2 Personal, WPA3 Personal. Moreover, its parenting control feature gives time-based, domain-based and MAC address-based blocking of Internet access. Configuration of Linksys Velop MX8501 device is effortless. Furthermore, you can easily access your network on the Linksys Mobile App

    Linksys used the latest technology to offer a device that gives high internet speed & more reliability. To start the setup process you need to get a thorough reading of this page till the end.

    Linksys Velop MX8501

    Linksys Velop MX8501 Tri-Band Mesh Router Setup

    Linksys Velop MX8501 tri band mesh router is designed to provide seamless coverage throughout your home. The device ensures strong connectivity across multiple devices. Linksys Velop MX8501 Setup involves very easy steps. The device is more accessible even if you are not particularly tech savvy. In this guide we are going to describe in detail from unboxing the device to network setup & run. Let’s walk through the guide:

    Linksys Velop MX8501 Unboxing

    When you unbox your Linksys Velop MX8501 you will get Velop node(s), power adapters, an Ethernet cable, regulatory insert and warranty documentation. In case, you have purchased multiple node system then it contains a primary node and additional nodes. To create a mesh network, each node plays a very crucial role.

    Connect The Primary Node to Modem

    To begin with the process of setup, you need to connect the primary node with the modem. To do so you need to plug-in the node in the power outlet. Once the node light starts to blink purple, it is ready for setup. Now use the Ethernet cable and connect the device. Plug in one end of the Ethernet cable in the Ethernet port on the modem and the other end on Velop MX8501 node.

    Install Linksys App

    Now you need a client device in which you can download the application. You can use your mobile or tablet or laptop. To download the application, you need to rush to google play store in case using android. If using an IOS mobile device, go to the app store. Search for “Linksys” by using the search bar. Application list will show on the screen. Select the first application on the screen. Click on install option & let it done. Once the application is installed, open it for further process.

    Start Setup and Create Linksys Account

    Now you need to move further with the setup process. The app will instruct you throughout the setup. To begin you need to select the “new device setup” option. Thereafter you need to create an account for further process. To create a Linksys account, click on the “click here” option given in front of the “don’t have account” option. Provide your name, email id and create password. To complete the account creation, verify your email at last.

    Once your account has been created, you need to move ahead with the instruction in the app. You also need to create your network name & password. Wait for the configuration process to complete and light on the LED of the router turns into solid blue from purple.

    Add Additional Nodes

    After the setup for the primary node is complete, you can start the setup for additional nodes. To proceed with the setup, you need to place the second node & plug-in the power. Once its LED turns solid purple, let the primary node connect with an additional node using wireless mode. LED on additional nodes turn solid blue, till that time you have to wait. Further you can add all additional nodes one by one. Afterwards you need to click finish on the app if no more nodes are left to the mesh network.

    Customize Your Network

    Once the setup for all the nodes is done, you can customize various settings. Linksys Velop MX8501 offers various features including guess access, parental control, device prioritization, firmware update etc. You can do all this by using the Linksys app.

    In case, still you face any trouble feel free to connect with us. Our team will help you in the best possible way.