How do I add exceptions to my router firewall?

How do I add exceptions to firewall list?

Click Start and select Control Panel. Double-click Windows Firewall to open the Windows Firewall window. Click the Exceptions tab. Click the Add Port button.

How do I change my firewall settings on my router?

Enable and Configure Your Router's Built-In Firewall1Access your router's configuration page.2Locate an entry labeled Firewall, SPI Firewall, or something similar.3Select Enable.4Select Save and then Apply.5After you select Apply, your router will likely state that it is going to reboot to apply the settings.

How do I allow a program through my firewall?

Click the Start button, then type Windows Firewall in the Search box. Click Windows Firewall, and then click Allow a program or feature through Windows Firewall. Click the Change settings button. If a User Account Control window appears, click Yes, or enter your user name and password, then click OK.

Should I enable my routers firewall?

Routers and software firewalls overlap in some ways, but each provides unique benefits. If you already have a router, leaving the Windows firewall enabled provides you with security benefits with no real performance cost. Therefore, it's a good idea to run both.