2024年5月26日发(作者：运亮)
StarHub Installation Guide
MAX-STREAM
EA8100 Router
StarHub – Typical Fibre Set Up
Wireless Router
Power SocketsOptical Network Terminal (ONT)
DECT phone
LAN Cable Cat 5e
or Cat 6/RJ45
Fibre Termination
Point (FTP)
Fibre Cable/Patch Cord
(attach to Optical port underneath ONT)
1
StarHub Router Installation Guide
ONT
First, switch off power to your ONT.
Unplug and remove your old router from the ONT.
Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on your ONT to the Internet Port
(yellow) of the Linksys EA8100 router.
Power
Socket
Router
Plug the power back into your ONT. Please wait about one minute before continuing.
Plug the power adapter into Linksys EA8100 and connect to an available power
outlet or surge protector. If the Power LED (white Linksys) does not light up, press
the Power button on the back of Linksys EA8100 router.
Upon powering up the Linksys EA8100, the Linksys LED logo will stay in solid white
once it has been booted up successfully.
Scan for the wireless network name as listed on the supplied Wi-Fi configuration
label at the bottom of the Linksys EA8100. Select the network and then enter the
Wi-Fi password as stated on the label.
Once connected, open the web browser in your laptop or mobile device, and type in
or 192.168.1.1.
A welcome page shall appear with the license agreement. Once you accept the
license agreement, the Linksys EA8100 LED will indicate whether the Internet
service is up or down.
The Linksys LED will stay solid white when the Internet is up. It will blink in white
when the Internet is down.
Your Wi-Fi should now be working. Next create a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account.
Go to . With your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account, you
will get access to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi tools and the Linksys app that will make your
home network easier to manage and enjoy.
2
Internet LED: Fixed White
*Please note that if you have your own CCTV/Security/PABX installation/Gaming/ other port forwarding setup in your home premises (current
router), please refer to your specific vendor/provider for further assistance when you are replacing your current router with a NEW router.
Monitor and control your home Wi-Fi. Anytime. Anywhere
– Download the Linksys Smart WiFi app
Download the Linksys App to your phone for easy set up. Follow the App instructions to complete set up.
Quick and Easy Setup
Managing your home Wi-Fi with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi is fast and easy:
123
Set up your home Wi-Fi using
a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router
Download the free
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi App
Use Your Mobile Device to
Manage Your Home Wi-Fi
3
Monitor and control your home Wi-Fi. Anytime. Anywhere
– Download the Linksys Smart WiFi app
Manage your home WiFi from any mobile device
Download the Linksys App to your phone for easy set up. Follow the App instructions to complete set up.
See Who’s Online
View which devices are
connected to your home Wi-Fi
DEVICE LISTGUEST ACCESS
Share Your Wi-Fi
Permit up to 50 guests
Wi-Fi access
DEVICE PRIORITIZATION
Play Favorites
Assign connection hierarchy
for all devices
PARENTAL CONTROLS
Set Boundaries
Manage your kids’ access
and usage
ADVANCED SETTINGS
Connect Better
Access advanced features to
get more out of your router
Connect and Share Safely
Password retrieval, connect
and share home Wi-Fi
WIRELESS
Wi-Fi at Your Fingertips
Get real-time info about your
Wi-Fi network
DASHBOARDMANAGE NETWORKS
Simplify Network Access
Manage your network,
all in one place
/us/wireless-routers/c/smart-wi-fi-wireless-routers/#fullstory
4
To ensure you get the best performance from your router
– Enable Automatic Updates
Upgrading the firmware of your router allows you to fully enjoy its complete features. It is especially
important to update the firmware when installing your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers for the first time to
prevent a notification from prompting when you access some of the router and network settings again. If the
setup wizard was used to configure your Linksys EA8100 automatic updates will be turned on by default.
You may, however, choose to manually enable automatic updates by following the steps below.
Enabling Automatic update
Step 1:
Managing your home Wi-Fi with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi is fast and easy:
Log in to your Linksys cloud account at
. Once the web
interface opens, click Connectivity.
NOTE: If you don’t have a Linksys cloud account, open
a web browser and enter “” or
“192.168.1.1” in the Address bar instead to access
the router’s interface.
Keeping your home router
updated is a crucial part of not
just staying secure but to also
enhance the performance of
your router.
Security Features and Fixes
Linksys may issue firmware updates
to upgrade features such as outdated
encryption modules or to add entirely
new security mechanisms that weren’t in
previous versions of the firmware.
Performance Enhancements
Updating your Firmware can enhance
your router’s overall performance. If
you don’t update your firmware then you
won’t be able to take advantage of any
speed boosting upgrades that Linksys
might have released in an update.
Step 2: Under the Firmware Update section, check the box to enable the Automatic
firmware update option. Once done, click Apply to save the changes.
When connected to
the internet, the router
will be able to detect
available updates for
you to apply on your
device.
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For security reasons - Change Default Passwords
What is the Router Password for?
The Router Password is an administrator password used when accessing the router’s web-based
setup page. The default Router Password for all Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers is ‘admin’. However, it is
recommended that you change the default password to a new and personalized one to ensure that the
router is safe from unauthorized access.
Step 1: Log in to your Linksys cloud account at
Once the web interface opens, click Connectivity.
NOTE: If you don’t have a Linksys cloud account, open a web browser and enter “” or
“192.168.1.1” in the Address bar instead to access the router’s interface.
Step 2: Click ConnectivityStep 3: Click Edit Router
Password
Step 4: Follow Instructions to change
your password
For Additional information and how to videos visit the links below.
/fi/support-article?articleNum=142491
/watch?v=tXlS9eObXuA
6
Troubleshooting
1. How can I reset the Linksys EA8100 to factory defaults?
There are two (2) ways to reset the Linksys EA8100 to factory defaults:
Hardware Reset – Press and hold the Reset button on the back panel of the Linksys EA8100 for about
10 seconds.
Software Reset – Log in to your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account. Under Router Settings,
click Troubleshooting > Diagnostics. Click Reset under Factory reset.
2. I have reset the Linksys EA8100 and now I can’t launch the setup page. What should I do?
You can try the following troubleshooting suggestions:
• Access your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account locally by opening your web browser and typing in
192.168.1.1. Input the admin password which is ‘admin’.
• If your computer has a static IP Address, make sure it has valid DNS numbers. If not, set the computer
to obtain an IP address automatically.
QUICK TIP: Try again then, if needed, reassign a static IP Address back on on the computer.
3. What should I do if I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly and my network name is not listed
in the Available Networks?
Try to perform the following steps to resolve the issue:
• Verify that your router is ON and the Power logo is solidly lit.
• If you are far from the router, you might try moving closer to see if your device is out of the wireless
network range.
• Using a computer wired to the router, open the router’s web-based setup page by entering
“” or “192.168.1.1” and make sure that Broadcast SSID is ON.
• Turn the router OFF and power it back ON.
4. Can I also block HTTPS websites in Parental Controls?
Yes, website addresses starting with can be blocked but, because they have encryption,
the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi cannot redirect you. Instead of a page telling you the Address has been
blocked, you will see a browser error page.
Additional FAQs and Troubleshooting information can be found at
7
Linksys EA8100 is DFS Certified
DFS Certified
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) is a mechanism that is designed to allow
wireless routers to operate on the 5GHz frequency band that is traditionally
allocated to radar systems. The Linksys EA8100 is DFS certified which enables
it to operate in a clear airspace denied to traditional routers. This certification
triples the number of channels available at 80MHz.
A DFS band provides you with additional 5GHz channels which are less congested
compared with the common Bands 1 and 4 on the 5GHz channels, enabling better
performance in a router.
However, please note that:
• When DFS is enabled, the router will monitor the radar signal frequency in the environment. If radar
signals are detected on the current channel, the router will switch to an alternate channel automatically
(Band 4 or Band 1).
• During this channel switch, you might encounter a short disconnection on 5GHz, however, the connection
will be restored after a short while.
• After the channel switch, the router will keep the operating channel to either Band 4 or Band 1 until the
next reboot.
• Alternatively, you may manually select your preferred channel from the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi app or GUI.
8
How to Optimize your Wi-Fi with the antennas
The Linksys EA8100 Max-Stream™ AC2600 MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router comes with four external
adjustable dual-band dipole antennas that provide powerful streams of data to multiple devices in a
single-story or multi-story home. The Linksys EA8100 external antennas feature:
• Large, overlapping Wi-Fi patterns for maximum signal strength and coverage
• Enhanced dual-band communication
• Antenna diversity for more robust connection with wireless clients
All external antennas are adjustable to
different positions depending on your
preference and network environment
In order to optimize your antennas’ maximum signal, the following positions are recommended:
Optional Antenna Positioning
For multi-storey
environments:
• two (2) of the
antennas should be
pointing straight up
and the other two (any
two) should be adjusted
depending where you need the coverage and
where you want the signal to radiate.
For single-storey
environments:
• all four (4)
antennas should
be pointing
straight up
9
Remote Assistance –
Should you need more help
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Agent Assist is a feature
embedded inside the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi firmware,
which will allow the customer to give permission to
a Linksys Support Agent to take control and make
changes to the router to help you with any issues you
may encounter. Including Forwarding ports, setting up
a network storage, or changing wireless settings.
• Customer must have a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi
account.
• Customer must have an active Internet
connection (WAN)
You need more help?
For more information on the product,
warranty, technical support, troubleshooting,
FAQs, etc., please visit
OR scan the following QR code for easy
access to the site:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: In activating Agent Assist, the Linksys Support Agent
(“Agent”) will have access to Customer’s Smart Wi-Fi account settings but
not to computer settings or any information stored on the computer, and
the Customer’s Wi-Fi network name and password will be visible to the
Agent. We therefore strongly encourage Customer to change his/her Wi-Fi
password immediately after the Agent Assist session.
Alternatively, you may call Linksys at:
6701-6971
8820-02607 Rev.A00
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2024年5月26日发(作者：运亮)
StarHub Installation Guide
MAX-STREAM
EA8100 Router
StarHub – Typical Fibre Set Up
Wireless Router
Power SocketsOptical Network Terminal (ONT)
DECT phone
LAN Cable Cat 5e
or Cat 6/RJ45
Fibre Termination
Point (FTP)
Fibre Cable/Patch Cord
(attach to Optical port underneath ONT)
1
StarHub Router Installation Guide
ONT
First, switch off power to your ONT.
Unplug and remove your old router from the ONT.
Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on your ONT to the Internet Port
(yellow) of the Linksys EA8100 router.
Power
Socket
Router
Plug the power back into your ONT. Please wait about one minute before continuing.
Plug the power adapter into Linksys EA8100 and connect to an available power
outlet or surge protector. If the Power LED (white Linksys) does not light up, press
the Power button on the back of Linksys EA8100 router.
Upon powering up the Linksys EA8100, the Linksys LED logo will stay in solid white
once it has been booted up successfully.
Scan for the wireless network name as listed on the supplied Wi-Fi configuration
label at the bottom of the Linksys EA8100. Select the network and then enter the
Wi-Fi password as stated on the label.
Once connected, open the web browser in your laptop or mobile device, and type in
or 192.168.1.1.
A welcome page shall appear with the license agreement. Once you accept the
license agreement, the Linksys EA8100 LED will indicate whether the Internet
service is up or down.
The Linksys LED will stay solid white when the Internet is up. It will blink in white
when the Internet is down.
Your Wi-Fi should now be working. Next create a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account.
Go to . With your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account, you
will get access to Linksys Smart Wi-Fi tools and the Linksys app that will make your
home network easier to manage and enjoy.
2
Internet LED: Fixed White
*Please note that if you have your own CCTV/Security/PABX installation/Gaming/ other port forwarding setup in your home premises (current
router), please refer to your specific vendor/provider for further assistance when you are replacing your current router with a NEW router.
Monitor and control your home Wi-Fi. Anytime. Anywhere
– Download the Linksys Smart WiFi app
Download the Linksys App to your phone for easy set up. Follow the App instructions to complete set up.
Quick and Easy Setup
Managing your home Wi-Fi with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi is fast and easy:
123
Set up your home Wi-Fi using
a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router
Download the free
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi App
Use Your Mobile Device to
Manage Your Home Wi-Fi
3
Monitor and control your home Wi-Fi. Anytime. Anywhere
– Download the Linksys Smart WiFi app
Manage your home WiFi from any mobile device
Download the Linksys App to your phone for easy set up. Follow the App instructions to complete set up.
See Who’s Online
View which devices are
connected to your home Wi-Fi
DEVICE LISTGUEST ACCESS
Share Your Wi-Fi
Permit up to 50 guests
Wi-Fi access
DEVICE PRIORITIZATION
Play Favorites
Assign connection hierarchy
for all devices
PARENTAL CONTROLS
Set Boundaries
Manage your kids’ access
and usage
ADVANCED SETTINGS
Connect Better
Access advanced features to
get more out of your router
Connect and Share Safely
Password retrieval, connect
and share home Wi-Fi
WIRELESS
Wi-Fi at Your Fingertips
Get real-time info about your
Wi-Fi network
DASHBOARDMANAGE NETWORKS
Simplify Network Access
Manage your network,
all in one place
/us/wireless-routers/c/smart-wi-fi-wireless-routers/#fullstory
4
To ensure you get the best performance from your router
– Enable Automatic Updates
Upgrading the firmware of your router allows you to fully enjoy its complete features. It is especially
important to update the firmware when installing your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers for the first time to
prevent a notification from prompting when you access some of the router and network settings again. If the
setup wizard was used to configure your Linksys EA8100 automatic updates will be turned on by default.
You may, however, choose to manually enable automatic updates by following the steps below.
Enabling Automatic update
Step 1:
Managing your home Wi-Fi with Linksys Smart Wi-Fi is fast and easy:
Log in to your Linksys cloud account at
. Once the web
interface opens, click Connectivity.
NOTE: If you don’t have a Linksys cloud account, open
a web browser and enter “” or
“192.168.1.1” in the Address bar instead to access
the router’s interface.
Keeping your home router
updated is a crucial part of not
just staying secure but to also
enhance the performance of
your router.
Security Features and Fixes
Linksys may issue firmware updates
to upgrade features such as outdated
encryption modules or to add entirely
new security mechanisms that weren’t in
previous versions of the firmware.
Performance Enhancements
Updating your Firmware can enhance
your router’s overall performance. If
you don’t update your firmware then you
won’t be able to take advantage of any
speed boosting upgrades that Linksys
might have released in an update.
Step 2: Under the Firmware Update section, check the box to enable the Automatic
firmware update option. Once done, click Apply to save the changes.
When connected to
the internet, the router
will be able to detect
available updates for
you to apply on your
device.
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For security reasons - Change Default Passwords
What is the Router Password for?
The Router Password is an administrator password used when accessing the router’s web-based
setup page. The default Router Password for all Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers is ‘admin’. However, it is
recommended that you change the default password to a new and personalized one to ensure that the
router is safe from unauthorized access.
Step 1: Log in to your Linksys cloud account at
Once the web interface opens, click Connectivity.
NOTE: If you don’t have a Linksys cloud account, open a web browser and enter “” or
“192.168.1.1” in the Address bar instead to access the router’s interface.
Step 2: Click ConnectivityStep 3: Click Edit Router
Password
Step 4: Follow Instructions to change
your password
For Additional information and how to videos visit the links below.
/fi/support-article?articleNum=142491
/watch?v=tXlS9eObXuA
6
Troubleshooting
1. How can I reset the Linksys EA8100 to factory defaults?
There are two (2) ways to reset the Linksys EA8100 to factory defaults:
Hardware Reset – Press and hold the Reset button on the back panel of the Linksys EA8100 for about
10 seconds.
Software Reset – Log in to your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account. Under Router Settings,
click Troubleshooting > Diagnostics. Click Reset under Factory reset.
2. I have reset the Linksys EA8100 and now I can’t launch the setup page. What should I do?
You can try the following troubleshooting suggestions:
• Access your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account locally by opening your web browser and typing in
192.168.1.1. Input the admin password which is ‘admin’.
• If your computer has a static IP Address, make sure it has valid DNS numbers. If not, set the computer
to obtain an IP address automatically.
QUICK TIP: Try again then, if needed, reassign a static IP Address back on on the computer.
3. What should I do if I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly and my network name is not listed
in the Available Networks?
Try to perform the following steps to resolve the issue:
• Verify that your router is ON and the Power logo is solidly lit.
• If you are far from the router, you might try moving closer to see if your device is out of the wireless
network range.
• Using a computer wired to the router, open the router’s web-based setup page by entering
“” or “192.168.1.1” and make sure that Broadcast SSID is ON.
• Turn the router OFF and power it back ON.
4. Can I also block HTTPS websites in Parental Controls?
Yes, website addresses starting with can be blocked but, because they have encryption,
the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi cannot redirect you. Instead of a page telling you the Address has been
blocked, you will see a browser error page.
Additional FAQs and Troubleshooting information can be found at
7
Linksys EA8100 is DFS Certified
DFS Certified
Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) is a mechanism that is designed to allow
wireless routers to operate on the 5GHz frequency band that is traditionally
allocated to radar systems. The Linksys EA8100 is DFS certified which enables
it to operate in a clear airspace denied to traditional routers. This certification
triples the number of channels available at 80MHz.
A DFS band provides you with additional 5GHz channels which are less congested
compared with the common Bands 1 and 4 on the 5GHz channels, enabling better
performance in a router.
However, please note that:
• When DFS is enabled, the router will monitor the radar signal frequency in the environment. If radar
signals are detected on the current channel, the router will switch to an alternate channel automatically
(Band 4 or Band 1).
• During this channel switch, you might encounter a short disconnection on 5GHz, however, the connection
will be restored after a short while.
• After the channel switch, the router will keep the operating channel to either Band 4 or Band 1 until the
next reboot.
• Alternatively, you may manually select your preferred channel from the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi app or GUI.
8
How to Optimize your Wi-Fi with the antennas
The Linksys EA8100 Max-Stream™ AC2600 MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router comes with four external
adjustable dual-band dipole antennas that provide powerful streams of data to multiple devices in a
single-story or multi-story home. The Linksys EA8100 external antennas feature:
• Large, overlapping Wi-Fi patterns for maximum signal strength and coverage
• Enhanced dual-band communication
• Antenna diversity for more robust connection with wireless clients
All external antennas are adjustable to
different positions depending on your
preference and network environment
In order to optimize your antennas’ maximum signal, the following positions are recommended:
Optional Antenna Positioning
For multi-storey
environments:
• two (2) of the
antennas should be
pointing straight up
and the other two (any
two) should be adjusted
depending where you need the coverage and
where you want the signal to radiate.
For single-storey
environments:
• all four (4)
antennas should
be pointing
straight up
9
Remote Assistance –
Should you need more help
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Agent Assist is a feature
embedded inside the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi firmware,
which will allow the customer to give permission to
a Linksys Support Agent to take control and make
changes to the router to help you with any issues you
may encounter. Including Forwarding ports, setting up
a network storage, or changing wireless settings.
• Customer must have a Linksys Smart Wi-Fi
account.
• Customer must have an active Internet
connection (WAN)
You need more help?
For more information on the product,
warranty, technical support, troubleshooting,
FAQs, etc., please visit
OR scan the following QR code for easy
access to the site:
IMPORTANT NOTICE: In activating Agent Assist, the Linksys Support Agent
(“Agent”) will have access to Customer’s Smart Wi-Fi account settings but
not to computer settings or any information stored on the computer, and
the Customer’s Wi-Fi network name and password will be visible to the
Agent. We therefore strongly encourage Customer to change his/her Wi-Fi
password immediately after the Agent Assist session.
Alternatively, you may call Linksys at:
6701-6971
8820-02607 Rev.A00
10
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