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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    System Settings ..........55 Internet Connection Setup ....... 26 Update Firmware ..........56 Dynamic IP (Cable) ........26 System Check ..........57 PPPoE (DSL) ..........27 Status..............58 PPTP ............28 Device Info ............58 L2TP ............. 29 eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 3 What is Wireless? ..........79 Tips ................ 81 Wireless Modes ............. 82 Networking Basics ............ 83 Check your IP address .......... 83 Statically Assign an IP address ......84 Technical Specifications ........... 85 Contacting Technical Support ........87 eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 4: Product Overview

    • Manual and Warranty on CD Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the EH100 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. System Requirements • Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem •...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Section 1 - Product Overview Introduction The eHome Wireless G EH100 Router is capable of transferring data with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* in the 2.4GHz frequency — the same wireless frequency as 802.11b. The eHome EH100 Wireless Router also offers four Ethernet ports to support multiple computers.

  • Page 6: Features

    5x faster than 802.11b. • Compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g Devices - The EH100 is still fully compatible with the IEEE 802.11b standard, so it can connect with existing 802.11b PCI, USB and Cardbus adapters.

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Receptor for the Power Adapter. LAN Ports The Auto MDI/MDIX WAN port is the connection for Connect Ethernet devices such as the Ethernet cable to the computers, switches, and hubs. Cable or DSL modem. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 8: Leds

    A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission. Power LED A solid light indicates a proper Status LED connection to the power supply. A blinking light indicates that the EH100 is ready. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Installation

    If you have DSL and are connecting via PPPoE, make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet, Broadjump, or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 10: Wireless Installation Considerations

    1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the eHome router and other network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

  • Page 11: Connect To Cable/Dsl/Satellite Modem

    8. Verify the link lights on the router. The power light, WAN light, and the LAN light (the port that your computer is plugged into) should be lit. If not, make sure your computer, modem, and router are powered on and verify the cable connections are correct. 9. Skip to page 14 to configure your router. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 12: Connect To Another Router

    Section  - Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the eHome router to another router to use as a wireless access point and/or switch, you will have to do the following before connecting the router to your network: •...
  • Page 13 7. Connect an Ethernet cable in one of the LAN ports of the router and connect it to your other router. Do not plug anything into the WAN port of the eHome router. 8. You may now use the other 3 LAN ports to connect other Ethernet devices and computers. To configure your wireless network, open a web browser and enter the IP address you assigned to the router.

  • Page 14: Configuration

    Section  - Configuration Configuration This section will show you how to configure your new eHome wireless router using the web-based configuration utility. Web-based Configuration Utility To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser such as Internet Explorer and enter the IP address of the router (192.168.0.1).
  • Page 15 Section  - Configuration After logging in the Setup page will be displayed: eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Setup Wizards

    Section  - Configuration Setup Wizards Setup Wizards are available to quickly and easily configure basic router settings. Click Setup Wizard to access the wizards. Internet Connection Wizard Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 17 Section  - Configuration Click Next to continue. Create a new password and then click Next to continue. Select your time zone from the drop-down menu and then click Next to continue. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 18 Clone Your PC’s MAC Address and then click Next to continue. The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs. The default host name is the device name of the Router and may be changed. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 19 Note: Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router. If you selected PPTP, enter your PPTP username and password. Click Next to continue. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 20 Section  - Configuration If you selected L2TP, enter your L2TP username and password. Click Next to continue. If you selected Static, enter your network settings supplied by your Internet provider. Click Next to continue. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 21 Once the router is finished rebooting, click Continue. Please allow 1-2 minutes to connect. Close your browser window and reopen it to test your Internet connection. It may take a few tries to initially connect to the Internet. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 22: Wireless Security Wizard

    Section  - Configuration Wireless Security Wizard To run the Wireless Security wizard, click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard. From the Wireless Security wizard welcome screen, click Next to continue. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 23 Section  - Configuration Select a name for your wireless network (SSID) and click Next to continue. Select a wireless security setting and click Next to continue. (See p. 63 for more information on wireless security.) eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 24 Section  - Configuration Select a name for your wireless network (SSID) and click Next to continue. Click Continue to restart the router and keep the current changes. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 25: Manual Internet Setup

    Section  - Configuration Manual Internet Setup To manually configure the Internet connection settings, log into the EH100, and from the Setup page, select Manual Configure. The Internet Connection setup screen will appear: eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 26: Internet Connection Setup

    DNS Addresses: Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1500 is the MTU: default MTU. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Pppoe (Dsl)

    Auto-reconnect. MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Connection Mode Select either Always-on, Manual, or Select: Connect-on demand. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 28: Pptp

    To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. Maximum Transmission Unit - you may MTU: need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Connect Mode: Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 29: L2Tp

    Enter your L2TP password and then L2TP Password: retype the password in the next box. Maximum Idle Enter a maximum idle time during which Time: the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable Auto-reconnect. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 30 Section  - Configuration MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is the default MTU. Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand. Connect Mode: eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 31: Big Pond

    MAC address with it. Some ISP’s record the MAC address of the network adapter in the computer used to initially connect to their service. The ISP will then only grant Internet access to requests from a computer with this particular Mac Address. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 32: Static (Assigned By Isp)

    The ISP will then only grant Internet access to requests from a computer with this particular Mac Address. Primary DNS Address: Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 33 Enter the Secondary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP. Address: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1492 is MTU: the default MTU. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 34: Wireless Settings

    Section  - Configuration Wireless Settings The Wireless Settings page is used to configure the wireless settings for the router. Wireless security settings are also configured on this page. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Wireless Network Settings

    Enable Hidden Check this option if you would not like the SSID of your wireless network to be broadcasted by the EH100. If this option is Wireless: checked, the SSID of the EH100 will not be seen by Site Survey utilities so your wireless clients will have to know the SSID of your EH100 in order to connect to it.

  • Page 36: Network Settings

    Section  - Configuration Network Settings This section will allow you to change the local network settings of the router and to configure the DHCP settings. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 37: Router Settings

    Enable DNS Relay: Check the box to transfer the DNS server information from your ISP to your computers. If unchecked, your computers will use the router for a DNS server. Refer to the next page for DHCP information. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 38: Dhcp Server Settings

    DHCP Server Settings DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The EH100 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.”...

  • Page 39: Advanced

    Advanced Port Forwarding The EH100 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network). The EH100 firewall feature filters out...
  • Page 40 IP address. Port: Enter the Start port and End port that you want to forward. When only forwarding one port, enter the port number in both fields. Select TCP, UDP, or Both. Traffic Type: eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 41: Application Rules

    Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the EH100. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, specify the port normally associated with an application in the “Trigger Port”...
  • Page 42 You may define a single port or a range of ports. You can use a comma to add multiple ports or port ranges. Select TCP, UDP, or Both. Traffic Type: eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Network Filters

    Use MAC (Media Access Control) Filters to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers by their MAC addresses from accessing the Network. You can either manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the Broadband Router. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 44 To find the MAC address on a computer, please refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual. DHCP Client: Select a DHCP client from the drop-down menu and click Clone to copy that MAC Address. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 45: Website Filters

    DENY computers access to ONLY these sites”. Website URL/ Enter the keywords or URLs Domain: that you want to block (or allow). Any URL with the keyword in it will be blocked. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 46: Firewall Settings

    This section will allow you to setup a DMZ host and to enable VPN passthrough. If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the EH100, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. It allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet. This feature is useful for gaming purposes.
  • Page 47 Check this box to allow L2TP VPN traffic Passthrough: to pass through the router to your VPN client. Enable IPSec Check this box to allow IPSec VPN traffic Passthrough: to pass through the router to your VPN client. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 48: Advanced Wireless Settings

    If you want to modify these settings and are unfamiliar with them, refer to the explainations below or the Support menu of the router. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 49 CTS based on the amount of traffic and collisions that occurs on the wireless network. WMM Function: WMM is QoS for your wireless network. Enable this option to improve the quality of video and voice applications for your wireless clients. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 50: Advanced Network Settings

    This section contains configuration options for UPnP settings, enabling or disabling the ability to ping the WAN IP address, setting the WAN port speed, enabling or disabling Gaming Mode and Multicast Streams. A futher explanation of these options is below. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 51 WAN Ping: Unchecking the box will not allow the EH100 to respond to pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security from hackers. Check the box to allow the WAN port to be “pinged”.

  • Page 52: Tools

    Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes. Only the admin account has the ability to change both admin and user account passwords. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 53: Administrator Password

    Port: The port number used to access the EH100. Example: http://x.x.x.x:8080 whereas x.x.x.x is the WAN IP address of the EH100 and 8080 is the port used for the Web-Management interface. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 54: Time Settings

    Section  - Configuration Time Settings This page contains options for setting the time on the EH100 router. You can synchronize the router with an NTP server to update the time or set the time manually. The EH100 has support for daylight savings.

  • Page 55: System Settings

    Any settings that have not been saved will be lost, including any rules that you have created. If you want to save the current router configuration settings, click the Save button above. Reboot: Reboots the EH100. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 56: Update Firmware

    You can upgrade the firmware of the Router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to locate the firmware file to be used for the update. Please check the eHome website for firmware updates at http://www.ehomeproducts.net.

  • Page 57: System Check

    Ping Test: The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 58: Status

    Device Info This page displays the current information for the EH100. It will display the LAN, WAN, and Wireless information. If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed.

  • Page 59: Log

    Section  - Configuration The EH100 router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the router. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 60: Stats

    Section  - Configuration Stats The screen below displays the Traffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the EH100 on the WAN, LAN, and Wireless network. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.

  • Page 61: Wireless Stats

    Section  - Configuration Wireless Stats The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless client. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 62: Support

    Section  - Configuration Support The Support page contains an index of links to help topics for each function of the EH100. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 63: Wireless Security

    Section  - Security Wireless Security This section will show you the different levels of security you can use to protect your data from intruders. The EH100 offers the following types of security: • WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) • WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) •...

  • Page 64: Configure Wep

    WEP Encryption. 5. Next to Key Type, select either Hex or ASCII. Hex (recommended) - Letters A-F and numbers 0-9 are valid. ASCII - All numbers and letters are valid. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 65 7. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WEP on your adapter and enter the same WEP key as you did on the router. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 66: What Is Wpa

    WPA/WPA2 incorporates user authentication through the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). EAP is built on a more secure public key encryption system to ensure that only authorized network users can access the network. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 67: Configure Wpa-Psk

    7. Click Save Settings to save your settings. If you are configuring the router with a wireless adapter, you will lose connectivity until you enable WPA-PSK (or WPA2-PSK) on your adapter and enter the same passphrase as you did on the router. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 68: Configure Wpa (Radius)

    RADIUS server. 1812 is the default port. 7. Next to Shared Secret, enter the security key. 8. If you have a secondary RADIUS server, enter its IP address, port, and secret key. 9. Click Apply Settings to save your settings. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 69: Connect To A Wireless Network

    Click on a network (displayed using the SSID) and click the Connect button. If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check you TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking Basics section in this manual for more information. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 70: Configure Wep

    XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 71 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WEP settings are correct. The WEP key must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 72: Configure Wpa-Psk

    XP Wireless Utility by right-clicking ® on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of screen). Select View Available Wireless Networks. 2. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to and click Connect. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 73 It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the connection fails, please verify that the WPA-PSK settings are correct. The WPA-PSK passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    1. Why can’t I access the web-based configuration utility? When entering the IP address of the eHome router (192.168.0.1 for example), you are not connecting to a website on the Internet or have to be connected to the Internet. The device has the utility built-in to a ROM chip in the device itself.
  • Page 75 • Close your web browser (if open) and open it. • Access the web management. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your eHome router in the address bar. This should open the login page for your the web management.
  • Page 76 • Windows ® ® press Enter (or click OK). • Once the window opens, you’ll need to do a special ping. Use the following syntax: ping [url] [-f] [-l] [MTU value] Example: ping yahoo.com -f -l 1472 eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 77 • To change the MTU enter the number in the MTU field and click the Apply button to save your settings. • Test your email. If changing the MTU does not resolve the problem, continue changing the MTU in increments of ten. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 78: Wireless Basics

    Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the eHome wireless family of products will allow you to securely access the data you want, when and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom that wireless networking delivers.

  • Page 79: What Is Wireless

    Bluetooth is the industry standard wireless technology used for WPAN. Bluetooth devices in WPAN operate in a range up to 30 feet away. Compared to WLAN the speed and wireless operation range are both less than WLAN, but in return it doesn’t use eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 80 • Stay on top of everything at home as you would at office • Remotely access your office network from home • Share Internet connection and printer with multiple computers • No need to dedicate office space eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 81: Tips

    The wireless connection in public places is usually called “hotspots”. Using a eHome Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from remote locations like Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.

  • Page 82: Wireless Modes

    An Infrastructure network contains an Access Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Networking Basics

    DHCP request on newly installed adapters. If you are connecting to a wireless network at a hotspot (e.g. hotel, coffee shop, airport), please contact an employee or administrator to verify their wireless network settings. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 84: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 85: Technical Specifications

    • 54Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-68dBm) • 48Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-68dBm) 15dBm ± 2dBm • 36Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-75dBm) External Antenna Type • 24Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-79dBm) • 18Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-82dBm) Single detachable reverse SMA • 12Mbps OFDM, 10% PER,-84dBm) eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 86 * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors will adversely affect wireless signal range. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 87: Contacting Technical Support

    Appendix D - Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support eHome provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact eHome technical support online at http://www.ehomeproducts.net.

  • Page 88: Limited Warranty

    Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 89 If the product is considered defective, the customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”) number by completing the RMA form and entering the assigned Case ID Number at https://rma.dlink.com/. eHome EH100 User Manual...
  • Page 90 Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS-IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. eHome EH100 User Manual...

  • Page 91: Limitation Of Liability

    This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Trademarks: eHome Networking is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 92: Fcc Statement

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D- Link office. Version 1.00 8/1/2006 eHome EH100 User Manual...

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