Router Blocking The Internet Connection?

[TheNewbieGeek]

Hi I bought a wired broadband dsl router to provide another layer of security for my computer running ubuntu. I just plugged it in without installing any software etc. It blocks the internet connection. Would you tell me what I need to do. Thanks for the replies.

[cariboo]

Your router probably needs setting up, check the documentation to see how to access the management console.

This question really has nothing to do with security, moved to Networking & Wireless.

[TheNewbieGeek]

It didn't come with documentation or software. Can you recommend software for linux? How would I access management console without software?

[lisati]

Most routers these days come with a configuration page you access through your web browser and don't really need software. The address to direct your browser to can depend on the make and model router.