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D-Link Ethernet Broadband Router DIR-100 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Building Networks For People DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS About This User’s Guide ..........................iii Before You Start ............................iii Installation Notes ............................iv Installation Information..........................v INTRODUCTION ......................... 1 Router Description and Operation ......................... 1 Router Features .............................. 1 Front Panel ..............................2 Rear Panel ..............................3 CONNECTING THE ROUTER.....................
  • Page 3 System Check............................... 50 Schedules ..............................51 Log Setting..............................52 Status............................... 53 Device Information ............................53 Log ................................54 Statistics ............................... 55 Active Session.............................. 55 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................56 CONFIGURING IP SETTINGS ON YOUR COMPUTER ............57...

  • Page 4: About This User's Guide

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet. Before You Start Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router.

  • Page 5: Installation Notes

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Installation Notes In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (User Name and Password) is required.

  • Page 6: Installation Information

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Installation Information Print this page and record the listed information here in case you have to re-configure your WAN connection in the future or reset the device configuration settings. Information you will need from your Internet service provider: Record your Username (PPPoE connections) This is the Username that is used to log on to...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The broadband connection may be in any common form including DSL or cable modems. The Router is easy to install and use and take just a few minutes to set up. . The D-Link DIR-100 also incorporates many advanced features, typically found in more expensive routers. After completing the steps outlined in the Quick Installation Guide (included in your package) you will have the ability to share a single Internet connection as well as sharing information and resources such as files and printers.

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Front Panel Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. Status LED WAN LED LAN LEDs Power The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, WAN, and LAN for the Ethernet ports. Power Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Rear Panel Connect the power adapter cord and network cables on the rear panel. The reset button is also located on the back of the device. Power Adapter WAN Port LAN Ports Reset Button Connect to Ethernet devices or computers. LAN Ports (1 –...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Router

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Connecting the Router The Router provides the connection between two networks, a private Ethernet LAN and the public Internet (WAN). Choose a location for the Router where Ethernet devices can be connected to the LAN ports and the WAN port can be connected to the cable modem or DSL modem that provides the broadband Internet connection.

  • Page 11: Power On Router

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Power On Router To power on the Router: CAUTION: The Router must be used with the 1. Insert the AC Power Adapter power adapter included with the device. cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source.

  • Page 12: Basic Router Configuration

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 13: Accessing The Configuration Manager

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Accessing the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software. To use the web-based management software, launch a suitable web browser and direct it to the IP address of the Router.

  • Page 14: Login

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Login Use the default user name “admin” and no password for first time setup. You should change the web-based manager access user name and password once you have verified that a connection can be established. The user name and password allows any PC within the same subnet as the Router to access the web-based manger.

  • Page 15: Web Manager

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Web Manager The Web Manager used for configuration uses directories to organize the various menus used to configure and monitor the Router. The first page that appears after logging in presents the Internet menu in the Setup menu directory.

  • Page 16: Internet Connection Setup Wizard

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Internet Connection Setup Wizard To use the Setup Wizard, open the Setup menu directory (the first page you see after logging in), and click the SetupWizard button to go to the Wizard menu. Wizard menu Click the Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard button to begin configuration on the Internet connection.
  • Page 17 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Step 1 Type a new Password used for system administration in the space provided and the same password again in the Confirm Password space. This will be the new system password used to login. Remember that this password is case sensitive so it must be typed exactly as you are typing it here when you want to access the web manager.
  • Page 18 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure PPPoE Connection For PPPoE connections, select the Address Mode Dynamic IP or Static IP, type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Retype the password again and if necessary, type a Service Name or domain name.
  • Page 19 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Russia PPPoE Connection For PPPoE connections, select the Address Mode Dynamic IP or Static IP, type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Retype the password again and if necessary, type a Service Name or domain name.
  • Page 20 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Dynamic IP Address Connection For Dynamic IP Address connections, you may want to copy the MAC address of your Ethernet adapter to the Router. Some ISPs use the unique MAC address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter for identification and for IP address assignment (DHCP) when you first access their network.
  • Page 21 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure Static IP Address Connection For Static IP Address connection types, you must type in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Address, Primary DNS Address and Secondary DNS Address (optional). Your ISP should provide this information to you.
  • Page 22 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure PPTP Client Connection NOTE: The broadband device used for your Cable or ADSL network connection must support PPTP pass-through so the VPN session can be established. The Router supports Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) for the Internet connection. PPTP is also used for Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
  • Page 23 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure L2TP Client Connection NOTE: The broadband device used for your Cable or ADSL network connection must support L2TP pass-through so the VPN session can be established. The Router supports Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) for the Internet connection. L2TP is also used for Virtual Private Networks (VPN).
  • Page 24 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Setup Wizard – Configure BigPond Connection BigPond Cable connections use this menu to configure account and connection information. Enter the account information, as provided to you by BigPond. Click Next to continue. BigPond Connection Setting Description Auth Server Enter the name of the Authentication Server as provided to you by BigPond.

  • Page 25: Manual Internet Connection

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Manual Internet Connection The Internet connection can be configured manually without using the Setup Wizard. To confirue Internet connection settings manually click on the Manual Internet Connection Setup button in the Internet Connection menu. In the new menu select the Internet connection type used for your service from the My Internet Connection is: pull-down menu.

  • Page 26: Dynamic Ip Address

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Dynamic IP Address A Dynamic IP Address connection configures the Router to automatically obtain its global IP address from a DHCP server on the ISP’s network. To configure a Dynamic IP Address connection, perform the steps listed below. Dynamic IP Address connection setup menu To configure a Dynamic IP Address Internet connection, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 27 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Settings for Dynamic IP Address connections: Dynamic IP Description IP Address Enter the IP address based on the information provided to you by your ISP. Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask based on the information provided to you by your ISP.

  • Page 28: Static Ip Address

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Static IP Address When the Router is configured to use Static IP Address assignment for the Internet connection, you must manually assign a global IP Address, Subnet Mask, and ISP Default Gateway IP address. Most users will also need to configure DNS server IP settings.

  • Page 29: Pppoe

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Settings for Static IP Address connections: Static IP Description Host Name This field will require the user to enter the host name of the connection, if instructed by your ISP. If not instructed, the user may leave this field blank or leave the default name of DIR-100 as the host name.
  • Page 30 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router PPPoE connection setup menu To configure a PPPoE Internet connection, follow these steps: 1. Select the PPPoE (Username / Password) option from the My Internet Connection is: pull-down menu. 2. Choose the IP address assignment option (Dynamic PpoE or Static PPPoE). Static IP address assignement requires manual entry of IP settings information.
  • Page 31 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Settings for PPPoE conntections: PPPoE Description User Name The user name supplied to you by your ISP. Password The password supplied to you by your ISP. Retype Password Retype the password entered in the Password feld. Service Name Enter the service name supplied to you by your ISP, if required.

  • Page 32: Pppoe (Russia)

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router PPPoE (Russia) Some PPPoE connections use a static IP route to the ISP in addition to the global IP settings for the connection. This requires an added step to define IP settings for the physical WAN port. PPPoE (Russia) connection setup To configure a PPPoE Russia Internet connection, configure as previously described for PPPoE connections and add the physical WAN IP settings as instructed from the ISP.

  • Page 33: Pptp

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router PPTP The Point to Point Tunneling Protocol is used to transfer information securely between VPNs (Virtual Private Routers). Encryption methods are employed in the transfer of information between you and your ISP using a key encryption. This option is specific for European users whose ISPs support the PPTP protocol for the uplink connection.
  • Page 34 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Settings for PPTP conntections: PPTP Description IP Address Enter the IP address of the router into this field. This address must be supplied to you by your ISP. This field will not be necessary to configure if the Dynamic IP option is chosen above the configuring field.

  • Page 35: Pptp (Russia)

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router PPTP (Russia) The PPTP Russia setup is identical to the previously described PPTP setup except an option to use a MAC address that will alsways be associated with the connection. The MAC address is entered manually or copied form the computer.

  • Page 36: L2Tp

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router L2TP L2PT, or Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol is a VPN protocol that will ensure a direct connection to the server using an authentication process that guarantees the data originated from the claimed sender and was not damaged or altered in transit.
  • Page 37 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Settings for L2TP conntections: L2TP Description IP Address Enter the IP address of the router into this field. This address must be supplied to you by your ISP. This field will not be necessary to configure if the Dynamic IP option is chosen above the configuring field.

  • Page 38: Bigpond (Australia)

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router BigPond (Australia) This selection is for users having BigPond Cable as their ISP. Enter the following information, as provided to you by your ISP. Internet Connection window for BigPond (Australia) L2TP Description User Name The user name supplied to you by your ISP. Password The password supplied to you by your ISP.

  • Page 39: Lan Setup

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router LAN Setup Use this window to configure Router LAN IP Settings and DHCP Server Settings. When you are finished, click the Save Settings button at the top of the window. Network IP Settings menu Router Settings This section is used to configure the internal network settings of the Router.

  • Page 40: Dhcp Server Settings

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router DHCP Server Settings Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) allows the gateway to automatically obtain the IP address from a DHCP server on the service provider’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider. Typically the IP address assigned has a long lease time, so it will likely be the same address each time the Router requests an IP address.

  • Page 41: Time And Date

    To configure system time on the Router, select the method used to maintain time. The options available include the default Automatically synchronize with D-Link’s Internet time server using Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP), to use your computer’s system clock, deselect the Automatic option and click the Sync.

  • Page 42: Parental Control

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Parental Control Use this menu to deny access to specified websites and to set Internet access time periods. Parental Control rules setting menu URL or Uniform Resource Locator is a specially formatted text string that uniquely defines an Internet website.

  • Page 43: Advanced

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Advanced The Advanced directory tab offers seven configuration menus, Port Forwarding, Application Rules, Access Control, Firewall & DMZ, Advanced Network, and Routing. Click the corresponding link in the left panel of the window. Port Forwarding is the first menu listed and the first to appear when accessing the Advanced directory.

  • Page 44: Port Forwarding

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Port Forwarding The Advanced Port Forwarding menu allows configuration for remote users access to various services outside of their LAN through a public IP address, such as FTP (File Transfer Protocol) or HTTPS (Secure Web). After configuring the Router for these features, the Router will redirect these external services to an appropriate server on the users LAN.
  • Page 45 (Virtual Private Routers) • NetMeeting – An application that allows teleconferences over the Internet • DCS–1000 – A D-Link internet camera used for security monitoring • DCS–2000/DCS–5300 – A D-Link internet camera used for security monitoring • 2eye – A D-Link Broadband VideoPhone used for video conferencing These external services may be modified by clicking the corresponding checkbox.

  • Page 46: Application Rules

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Application Rules Use the Application Rules menu to configure applications that require multiple connections, such as Internet Telephony, video conferencing, and Internet gaming. The following window lists six Special Applications that commonly use more than one connection. To configure one of these applications, tick its corresponding checkbox and then modify the fields listed below the following figure.

  • Page 47: Access Control

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Access Control Access Control, or MAC filtering, is a basic security measure that should be used on any network that is exposed to a security risk. A packet filter system examines data packets and scrutinizes them in order to control network access.

  • Page 48: Firewall & Dmz

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Firewall & DMZ The Firewall & DMZ menu is used to define enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. A DoS "denial-of-service" attack is characterized by an explicit attempt by attackers to prevent legitimate users of a service from using that service.

  • Page 49: Dmz Host

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router DMZ Host Firewalls may conflict with certain interactive applications such as video conferencing or playing Internet video games. For these applications, a firewall bypass can be set up using a DMZ IP address. The DMZ IP address is a “visible”...

  • Page 50: Wan Ping

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router UPnP UPnP supports zero-configuration networking and automatic discovery for many types of networked devices. When enabled, it allows other devices that support UPnP to dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and capabilities of other devices. DHCP and DNS service can also be used if available on the network.

  • Page 51: Routing

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Routing Use Static Routing to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Maintenance The menus of the Maintenance directory include Device Administration, Save and Restore, Firmware Update, DDNS Setting, System Clock, Scheduules and Log Setting. Maintenance menu directory – Aministrator Settings menu Device Administration The Device Administrator menu is used to change the administrator’s login name and password as well as remote management set up.

  • Page 53: Save And Restore

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Save And Restore Current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive by clicking the Save button. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the Router. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used.

  • Page 54: Firmware Update

    You may obtain the latest version of the DIR-100 firmware by logging onto the D-Link web site at www.dlink.com. If you are connected to the Internet, you can access the D-Link web site by clicking on Check Now. The Firmware Upgrade window lists the version of the firmware the Router is currently using.

  • Page 55: Dynamic Dns

    Internet if the public IP address changes. DDNS requires that an account be set up with one of the supported DDNS servers. D-Link offers a free DDNS service. If you are interested in using D-Link’s DDNS service, click the hyperlink to www.DlinkDDNS.com...

  • Page 56: System Check

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router System Check This menu is used to monitor port performance and connectivity, the menus displayed are VCT Info and Ping Test. System Check menu VCT Info The Virtual Cable Tester displatys the current status of all ports. Ping Test The Ping Test section allows you to ping any IP address from the Router to test connectivity to the address.

  • Page 57: Schedules

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Schedules This window is used to create implementation schedules for Firewall Settings rules. This is the same menu accessed using the Make New Schedule button in the Rules menu of the Firewall Settings page. Schedule rule setup menu Complete the Add Schedule Rule settings on the window above and then click the Save Settings button at the top of the window.

  • Page 58: Log Setting

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Log Setting The system log displays chronological event log data, including System Activity, Debug Information, Attacks, Dropped Packets, and Notice. Check the desired category of Log Type in the bottom half of the window above and then click the Save button and follow the prompts to save the file. Log Settings menu Alerts can be sent to an email account.

  • Page 59: Status

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Status The Status directory menus are used to check information about the Router, including Device Information, Log, Statistics, and Active Session. Status menu directory – Device Information display Device Information The Divce Information display is used to view information regarding the settings of the Router, both on the LAN side and WAN side of the connection.

  • Page 60: Log

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router The Log displays events occurring within the router by time and date, and also view the source and destination of the event. The user may use the First Page, Last Page, Previous and Next buttons to scroll through the log events listed in the window.

  • Page 61: Statistics

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Statistics The Ststistics displays shows transmiited and received packets occuring on the Router. To refresh the window, click Refresh. To restart the packet count, click Reset. Traffic Statistics Active Session Source and Destination packets passing through the Router are displayed listed by TCP/UDP type in the Active Session display.

  • Page 62: Technical Specifications

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Technical Specifications Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3 Nway Auto-Negotiation Device Management Web-Based – requires at least Microsoft Internet Explorer v5 or later, Netscape Navigator v4 or later, or other Java-enabled browsers. Media Access Control CSMA/CD LEDS...

  • Page 63: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed.
  • Page 64 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router 2. In the Control Panel menu, click Network and Internet Connections. Click Network and Internet Connections. 3. In the Network and Internet Connections menu, click Network Connections. Click Network Connections. 4. In the Network Connections menu, right-click on Local Area Connection, then click Properties.
  • Page 65 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Right-click on the Local Area Connection icon and select the Properties option from the pull-down menu. 5. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button.

  • Page 66: Windows 2000

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Select Obtain an IP address automatically in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties menu. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1.

  • Page 67: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Configure Windows 2000 for DHCP In the Control Panel, double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 1. In Network and Dial-up Connections menu, right-click the Local Area Connection icon, and then select Properties. 2. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.
  • Page 68 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 3.
  • Page 69 DIR-100 Ethernet Broadband Router Configure Windows NT 4.0 for DHCP 1. Open the Control Panel menu, and then double-click the Network icon. 2. In the Network dialog box, click the Protocols tab. 3. In the Protocols tab, select TCP/IP, and then click Properties. 4.

  • Page 70: International Offices

    Norway TEL: 886-2-2910-2626 India FAX: 886-2-2910-1515 Karihaugveien 89 URL: www.dlinktw.com.tw N-1086 Oslo D-Link House, Kurla Bandra Complex Road Norway Off CST Road, Santacruz (East) Headquarters TEL: +47 99 300 100 Mumbai - 400098 2F, No. 233-2, Pao-Chiao Rd. FAX: +47 22 30 95 80...

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