D-Link DIR-100 user manual UPnP, WAN Ping, WAN Port Speed

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. UPnP also allows supported devices to leave a network automatically without adverse effects to the device or other devices on the network.

Diverse networking media including Ethernet, 802.11b/g Wireless, Firmware, phone line and power line networking can support UPnP. To enable UPnP, tick the Enable UPnP checkbox.

WAN Ping

This feature allow users to either allow or block a Ping test from outside computers looking to check the connectivity of your device. This is usually attempted by hackers trying to access your router or computer from a remote device on the WAN side of the connection. Tick the Enable WAN Ping Respond checkbox to allow WAN pinging of your device.

WAN Port Speed

This section allows the user to set the wire speed over which the router will transmit packets. The user has three options:

10Mbps – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will set the wire speed at 10 megabytes per second.

100Mbps – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will set the wire speed at 100 megabytes per second.

10/100 Mbps Auto – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will allow the wire speed to be automatically set by the Router depending on the wire speed available at any given time.

NAT

Network Address Translation (NAT) can be disabled on the Router. For normal use as a router it is recommended that NAT be left at the default setting, enabled. Some applications might not function well with NAT. Usually this problem can be overcome using port forwarding or DMZ. If NAT is disabled, the Router will only allow a single computer or server to use the Router for Internet access. Without NAT the DIR-100 functions as a simple bridge device.

44