How does the RV-Series VPN Router dual/multi Internet (WAN) port feature work?
A. The Linksys RV-Series VPN Routers (the RV042, RV082, and RV016) all support up to two physical Internet (WAN) ports. The dual/multi Internet port design provides a robust Internet link and high availability. This feature guarantees that an Internet connection will be connected at all times. If one of the Internet links is disconnected, the designated backup link will automatically recover the connection and keep the network online. Robust Connections Three unique functions are supported by the dual/multi Internet port feature to enhance a robust connection: • Smart Link Backup • Load Balance • Network Service Detection Smart Link Backup Smart Link Backup allows only one active connection link at a time — one link selected as the primary, and the other as the secondary. When the primary connection link is lost, the secondary connection will be activated immediately and act as the backup, substituting the position of the primary. The secondary connection will act as the active link u
