eHome EH100 User Manual

2eHome EH100 User Manual

Table of Contents

Product Overview ........................................................4

Package Contents....................................................4

System Requirements .............................................4

Introduction ..............................................................5

Features ...................................................................6

Hardware Overview ................................................. 7

Connections .......................................................7

LEDs .................................................................. 8

Installation .................................................................... 9

Before you Begin ..................................................... 9

Wireless Installation Considerations ......................10

Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem ................ 11

Connect to Another Router ....................................12

Conﬁguration .............................................................14

Web-based Conﬁguration Utility ............................ 14

Setup Wizards ..................................................16

Internet Connection Wizard .......................... 16

Wireless Security Wizard .............................22

Manual Internet Setup .....................................25

Internet Connection Setup ............................... 26

Dynamic IP (Cable) ...................................... 26

PPPoE (DSL) ...............................................27

PPTP ............................................................28

L2TP ............................................................. 29

Big Pond ....................................................... 31

Static (assigned by ISP) ...............................32

Wireless Settings ............................................. 34

Wireless Network Settings ...........................35

Network Settings .............................................. 36

Router Settings ............................................37

DHCP Server Settings .................................38

Advanced ............................................................... 39

Port Forwarding ...............................................39

Application Rules ............................................. 41

Network Filters .................................................43

Website Filters ................................................. 45

Firewall Settings ...............................................46

Advanced Wireless Settings ............................48

Advanced Network Settings ............................. 50

Tools ......................................................................52

Administrator Settings ...................................... 52

Administrator Password: ............................... 53

Remote Management: .................................. 53

Time Settings ...................................................54

System Settings ...............................................55

Update Firmware .............................................56

System Check .................................................. 57

Status.....................................................................58

Device Info .......................................................58

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Log ...................................................................59

Stats ................................................................. 60

Wireless Stats ..................................................61

Support .................................................................. 62

Wireless Security ....................................................... 63

What is WEP? ........................................................63

Conﬁgure WEP ......................................................64

What is WPA? ........................................................ 66

Conﬁgure WPA-PSK .............................................. 67

Conﬁgure WPA (RADIUS)......................................68

Connect to a Wireless Network ................................ 69

Using Windows® XP ...............................................69

Conﬁgure WEP ......................................................70

Conﬁgure WPA-PSK .............................................. 72

Troubleshooting .........................................................74

Wireless Basics ......................................................... 78

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

Warranty .....................................................................88

4eHome EH100 User Manual

Section 1 - Product Overview

• eHome EH100 Wireless G Broadband Router

• Power Adapter

• Ethernet Cable

• Manual and Warranty on CD

System Requirements

• Ethernet-based Cable or DSL Modem

• Computers with Windows®, Macintosh®, or Linux-based operating systems with an installed Ethernet adapter

• Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or Netscape Navigator Version 6.0 and Above (for conﬁguration)

Product Overview

Package Contents

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.

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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.

The advanced wireless technology built into the EH100 Wireless Router offers data transfer speeds with a maximum wireless signal rate of up to 54Mbps* through its wireless channels allowing streaming videos and other high bandwidth applications, such as online gaming events, to operate without the hassle of Ethernet cables. The ability to use high bandwidth applications also makes streaming real-time programs more enjoyable and more efﬁcient.

With the EH100 Wireless Router’s built-in advanced ﬁrewall, threats of hackers penetrating your network are minimized. Some ﬁrewall features include functions that allow or disallow certain ports to be open for certain applications. Time scheduling can be established as a ﬁrewall rule so that speciﬁc ports will be open at certain times and be closed at other times. Features like MAC ﬁltering, URL blocking, and domain blocking are useful tools to prevent other unwanted intruders from connecting to your network or browsing restricted sites.

The easy-to-use conﬁguration wizard takes only minutes to setup and guides users step-by-step through conﬁguring the EH100. With all the versatile features and an user-friendly utility, the EH100 Wireless Router provides an enhanced networking experience.

* 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 conditions will adversely affect wireless signal range.

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• Faster Wireless Networking - The EH100 provides up to 54Mbps* wireless connection with other

802.11g wireless clients. This capability allows users to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. The performance of this 802.11g wireless router gives you the freedom of wireless networking at speeds 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.

• Advanced Firewall Features - The Web-based user interface displays a number of advanced network management features including:

• Content Filtering - Easily applied content ﬁltering based on MAC Address, IP Address, URL, and/or Domain Name.

• Filter Scheduling - These ﬁlters can be scheduled to be active on certain days or for a duration of hours or minutes.

• Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - The EH100 can pass through VPN sessions. It supports multiple and concurrent IPSec and PPTP sessions, so users behind the EH100 can securely access corporate networks.

• User-friendly Setup Wizard - Through its easy-to-use Web-based user interface, the EH100 lets you control what information is accessible to those on the wireless network, whether from the Internet or from your company’s server. Conﬁgure your router to your speciﬁc settings within minutes.

Features

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Hardware Overview

Connections

Pressing the Reset Button restores the router to its original factory default settings.

Receptor for the Power Adapter.

The Auto MDI/MDIX WAN port is the connection for the Ethernet cable to the Cable or DSL modem.

LAN Ports

Connect Ethernet devices such as computers, switches, and hubs.

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LEDs

WAN LED A solid light indicates connection on the WAN port. This LED blinks during data transmission.

WLAN LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. This LED blinks during wireless data transmission.

Local Network LEDs

A solid light indicates a connection to an Ethernet-enabled computer on ports 1-4. This LED blinks during data transmission.

Status LED

A blinking light indicates that the EH100 is ready.

Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to the power supply.

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Before you Begin

Installation

This section will walk you through the installation process. Placement of the router is very important. Do not place the router in an enclosed area such as a closet, cabinet, or in the attic or garage.

Please conﬁgure the router with the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. Also, you can only use the Ethernet port on your modem. If you were using the USB connection before using the router, then you must turn off your modem, disconnect the USB cable and connect an Ethernet cable to the WAN port on the router, and then turn the modem back on. In some cases, you may need to call your ISP to change connection types (USB to Ethernet).

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.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The eHome wireless router lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

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.

2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a

45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick! Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

3. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on

range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (ﬁsh tanks), mirrors, ﬁle cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that

generate RF noise.

5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and

home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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If you are connecting the router to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below:

1. Place the router in an open and central location. Do not plug the power adapter into the router.

2. Turn the power off on your modem. If there is no on/off switch, then unplug the modem’s power adapter. Shut down your computer.

3. Unplug the Ethernet cable (that connects your computer to your modem) from your computer and place it into the WAN port on the router.

4. Plug an Ethernet cable into one of the four LAN ports on the router. Plug the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.

5. Turn on or plug in your modem. Wait for the modem to boot (about 30 seconds).

6. Plug the power adapter to the router and connect to an outlet or power strip. Wait about 30 seconds for the router to boot.

7. Turn on your computer.

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.

Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem

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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:

• Disable UPnP

™

• Disable DHCP

• Change the LAN IP address to an available address on your network. The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your other router.

To connect to another router, please follow the steps below:

1. Plug the power into the router. Connect one of your computers to the router (LAN port) using an Ethernet cable. Make sure your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). Please see the Networking Basics section for more information. If you need to change the settings, write down your existing settings before making any changes. In most cases, your computer should be set to receive an IP address automatically in which case you will not have to do anything to your computer.

2. Open a web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 and press Enter. When the login window appears, set the user name to admin and leave the password box empty. Click OK to continue.

3. Browse to the Advanced > Advanced Network page. Uncheck the box next to Enable UPnP. Click the Save Settings button to continue.

4. Browse to the Setup > Network Settings page. Uncheck the box next to Enable DHCP Server.

5. Under Router Settings, enter an available IP address and the subnet mask of your network. Click Save Settings to save your settings. Use this new IP address to access the conﬁguration utility of the router in the future. Close the browser and change your computer’s IP settings back to the original values as in Step 1.

Connect to Another Router

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6. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the router and reconnect your computer to your network.

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. Refer to the Conﬁguration and Wireless Security sections for more information on setting up your wireless network.

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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).

Enter the user name (admin) and your password. Leave the password blank by default.

If you get a “Page Cannot be Displayed” error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section for assistance.

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After logging in the Setup page will be displayed:

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Setup Wizards

Setup Wizards are available to quickly and easily conﬁgure basic router settings. Click Setup Wizard to access the wizards.

Click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard.

Internet Connection Wizard

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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.

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If you selected Dynamic, you may need to enter the MAC address of the computer that was last connected directly to your modem. If you are currently using that computer, click 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.

Select the type of Internet connection you use and then click Next to continue.

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If you selected PPPoE, enter your PPPoE username and password. Click Next to continue.

Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server addresses.

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.

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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.

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Click Connect to save your settings.

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.

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To run the Wireless Security wizard, click Launch Internet Connection Setup Wizard.

From the Wireless Security wizard welcome screen, click Next to continue.

Wireless Security Wizard

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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.)

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Select a name for your wireless network (SSID) and click Next to continue.

Click Continue to restart the router and keep the current changes.

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To manually conﬁgure the Internet connection settings, log into the EH100, and from the Setup page, select Manual Conﬁgure.

Manual Internet Setup

The Internet Connection setup screen will appear:

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Dynamic IP

Address:

Host Name:

MAC Address:

Internet Connection Setup

Dynamic IP (Cable)

Clone MAC

Address:

DNS Addresses:

MTU:

Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you an IP address to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services.

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.

The default MAC Address is set to the WAN’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP.

You can use the Clone MAC Address button to copy the MAC address of your network adapter and replace the WAN 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.

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 default MTU.

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Internet Connection Setup

PPPoE (DSL)

Choose PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) if your ISP uses a PPPoE connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is typically used for DSL services. Make sure to remove your PPPoE software from your computer. The software is no longer needed and will not work through a router.

Select Dynamic (most common) or Static. Select Static if your ISP assigned you the IP address, subn et mask , gateway, and DNS server addresses.

PPPoE:

User Name:

Enter your PPPoE user name.

Password:

Enter your PPPoE password and then retype the password in the next box.

Service Name:

Enter the ISP Service Name (optional).

IP Address:

Enter the IP address (Static PPPoE only).

DNS Addresses:

Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPPoE only).

Maximum Idle

Time:

Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintaine d dur i ng ina c tiv ity. To d isable thi s feature, enable Auto-recon nect.

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:

Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand.

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Internet Connection Setup

PPTP

Choose PPTP (Point-to-Point-Tunneling Protocol ) if your ISP uses a PPTP connection. Your ISP will provide you with a username and password. This option is used for some DSL services.

PPTP:

Select Dynamic (most common) or Static. Select Static if your ISP assigned

you the IP address, subnet mask , gateway, and DNS server addresses.

IP Address:

Enter the IP address (Static PPTP only).

Subnet Mask:

Enter the Primary and Secondary DNS Server Addresses (Static PPTP only).

Gateway:

Enter the Gateway IP Address provided by your ISP.

Server IP:

Enter the Server IP provided by your ISP (optional).

PPTP Account:

Enter your PPTP account name.

Maximum Idle

Time:

Enter a maximum idle time during which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. To disable this feature, enable 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.

Connect Mode:

Select either Always-on, Manual, or Connect-on demand.

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