How To Fix Linksys Port Forwarding Not Working Issue?

Facing a common problem of Linksys port forwarding not working? No worries, this blog post will help you solve the issue quickly. There can be ample reasons behind this issue. One major reason is incorrect configuration. Then comes other causes like pending firmware updates, double NAT and more. So without further deferment, let us list down the complete solutions, so that you can get back immediately. From the right configuration to the last resort which is resetting, we’ll list it all. 

✓ Port Forwarding Process 

Incorrect configuration will definitely lead to Linksys port forwarding not working problem, so here’s how you rightly forward the port:

• Take a networked device. On it open the internet browser. Go to the URL column. Into it type 192.168.1.1 or use myrouter.local. Click enter. Fill up the login password and get access to the main panel. 
• Moving further, choose the security option from the Router settings tab. Thereafter tap on the tab- Apps and Gaming. Following it click on Single port forwarding and then on add a new single port option. 
• Finally, fill in the details. Once done tap on Save and then on Apply. At last click on Ok to close the tab. 

Other Troubleshooting Steps

Sometimes even after proper configuration the problem of Linksys port forwarding not working persists. So here’s how you can fix it:

• First up, give rebooting a try. Due to constant usage the router stops working. So switch off the power. Unplug the cords. Wait for at least 30 seconds and then replug everything back to their respective ports. This instantly refreshes the device and thus the problem might fly away. 
• Sometimes the firewall also creates the Linksys port forwarding not working issue. Ensure the application or the service is running on the target device and that its software firewall allows the incoming port.
• Moving forward make sure you assign a static IP to the device you are forwarding port to. Additionally you can set up DHCP reservation in the router so that the internal IP doesn’t change.  
• Have you scanned for the pending firmware updates on the router? If not, then this can be the major reason behind the port forwarding problem. So login into the web management page and scan for updates. If pending, install them at the earliest. 
• When nothing works, reset the router and redo the configuration from scratch. To reset the router, power it on. Take a paperclip or an object similar to it. Locate the reset port. Insert the pin into it. Push the key and hold it till the power light starts to fade or blink. On release the device resets. Redo the setup. 

Still the Linksys port forwarding not working problem persists? If yes, then there are chances of hardware malfunction. It’s high time you get in touch with our customer support team. We are available 24/7 for your assistance via phone call, mail as well as live chat.