ZyXEL Communications P873HNUP - User manual

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P-873HNUP-51B
802.11n Wireless VDSL2 4-port Gateway
Copyright © 2011
ZyXEL Communications Corporation
Firmware Version 1.10
Edition 1, 5/2011
Default Login Details
IP Address http://192.168.1.1
User Name admin
Password 1234

About This User's Guide
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About This User's Guide
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for people who want to configure the ZyXEL Device using the web
configurator.
Related Documentation
•QuickStartGuide
The Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get up and running right away. It contains
information on setting up your network and configuring for Internet access.
•SupportDisc
Refer to the included CD for support documents.
Document Conventions
Warnings and Notes
These are how warnings and notes are shown in this User’s Guide.
Warnings tell you about things that could harm you or your device.
Note: Notes tell you other important information (for example, other things you may
need to configure or helpful tips) or recommendations.
Syntax Conventions
• The P-873HNUP-51B may be referred to as the “ZyXEL Device”, the “device”, the “system” or the
“product” in this User’s Guide.
• Product labels, screen names, field labels and field choices are all in bold font.
• A key stroke is denoted by square brackets and uppercase text, for example, [ENTER] means the
“enter” or “return” key on your keyboard.
• “Enter” means for you to type one or more characters and then press the [ENTER] key. “Select”
or “choose” means for you to use one of the predefined choices.
• A right angle bracket ( > ) within a screen name denotes a mouse click. For example,
Maintenance > Log > Log Setting means you first click Maintenance in the navigation panel,
then the Log sub menu and finally the Log Setting tab to get to that screen.
• Units of measurement may denote the “metric” value or the “scientific” value. For example, “k”
for kilo may denote “1000” or “1024”, “M” for mega may denote “1000000” or “1048576” and so
on.
• “e.g.,” is a shorthand for “for instance”, and “i.e.,” means “that is” or “in other words”.

Document Conventions
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Icons Used in Figures
Figures in this User’s Guide may use the following generic icons. The ZyXEL Device icon is not an
exact representation of your device.
ZyXEL Device Computer Notebook computer
Server Firewall Telephone
Router Switch

Safety Warnings
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Safety Warnings
• Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampness, dust or corrosive liquids.
• Do NOT store things on the device.
• Do NOT install, use, or service this device during a thunderstorm. There is a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device.
• Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous high voltage
points or other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel should service or disassemble this device. Please
contact your vendor for further information.
• Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stumble over them.
• Always disconnect all cables from this device before servicing or disassembling.
• Use ONLY an appropriate power adaptor or cord for your device.
• Connect the power adaptor or cord to the right supply voltage (for example, 110V AC in North America or
230V AC in Europe).
• Do NOT allow anything to rest on the power adaptor or cord and do NOT place the product where anyone can
walk on the power adaptor or cord.
• Do NOT use the device if the power adaptor or cord is damaged as it might cause electrocution.
• If the power adaptor or cord is damaged, remove it from the device and the power source.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power adaptor or cord. Contact your local vendor to order a new one.
• Do not use the device outside, and make sure all the connections are indoors. There is a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.
• Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as insufficient airflow may harm your device.
• Use only No. 26 AWG (American Wire Gauge) or larger telecommunication line cord.
• Antenna Warning! This device meets ETSI and FCC certification requirements when using the included
antenna(s). Only use the included antenna(s).
• This product is for indoor use only (utilisation intérieure exclusivement).
Your product is marked with this symbol, which is known as the WEEE mark. WEEE stands for Waste
Electronics and Electrical Equipment. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be
mixed with general waste. Used electrical and electronic equipment should be treated separately.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
User’s Guide ...........................................................................................................................19
Introducing the P-873HNUP-51B ...............................................................................................21
The Web Configurator ................................................................................................................29
Quick Start ..................................................................................................................................37
Tutorials .....................................................................................................................................39
Technical Reference ..............................................................................................................63
Network Map and Status Screens ..............................................................................................65
Broadband ..................................................................................................................................71
Wireless .....................................................................................................................................87
Home Networking .....................................................................................................................115
Static Routing ...........................................................................................................................135
Quality of Service (QoS) ..........................................................................................................139
Network Address Translation (NAT) .........................................................................................159
Dynamic DNS Setup ................................................................................................................175
IGMP ........................................................................................................................................179
Interface Group ........................................................................................................................189
Firewall .....................................................................................................................................195
MAC Filter ................................................................................................................................203
Parental Control .......................................................................................................................205
Scheduler Rules .......................................................................................................................209
Certificates ...............................................................................................................................211
Service Control .........................................................................................................................223
ARP Table ................................................................................................................................225
Logs ........................................................................................................................................227
Traffic Status ...........................................................................................................................231
IGMP Status ............................................................................................................................235
.................................................................................................................................................236
xDSL Statistics .........................................................................................................................237
Users Configuration .................................................................................................................241
Remote Management ...............................................................................................................245
Time Settings ...........................................................................................................................251
Logs Setting ............................................................................................................................253
Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................................................257
Configuration ............................................................................................................................259
Diagnostic ................................................................................................................................262
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................267
Product Specifications ..............................................................................................................273

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
About This User's Guide..........................................................................................................3
Document Conventions ...........................................................................................................3
Safety Warnings........................................................................................................................5
Contents Overview ..................................................................................................................7
Table of Contents .....................................................................................................................9
Part I: User’s Guide ................................................................................19
Chapter 1
Introducing the P-873HNUP-51B...........................................................................................21
1.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................21
1.2 Ways to Manage the ZyXEL Device ....................................................................................21
1.3 Good Habits for Managing the ZyXEL Device .....................................................................22
1.4 Applications for the ZyXEL Device ......................................................................................22
1.4.1 Internet Access ...........................................................................................................22
1.4.2 HomePNA ...................................................................................................................23
1.5 LEDs (Lights) .......................................................................................................................25
1.6 The RESET Button ...............................................................................................................26
1.7 Wireless Access ...................................................................................................................27
1.7.1 Using the WLAN/WPS Button ....................................................................................27
Chapter 2
The Web Configurator............................................................................................................29
2.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................29
2.1.1 Accessing the Web Configurator ................................................................................29
2.2 Web Configurator Layout .....................................................................................................32
2.2.1 Title Bar ......................................................................................................................32
2.2.2 Main Window ..............................................................................................................33
2.2.3 Navigation Panel ........................................................................................................33
Chapter 3
Quick Start...............................................................................................................................37
3.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................37
3.2 Quick Start Setup .................................................................................................................37

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Chapter 4
Tutorials...................................................................................................................................39
4.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................39
4.2 Setting Up an ADSL PPPoE Connection .............................................................................39
4.3 HomePNA Example Setup ...................................................................................................42
4.4 Setting Up a Secure Wireless Network ................................................................................44
4.4.1 Configuring the Wireless Network Settings ................................................................44
4.4.2 Using WPS .................................................................................................................46
4.4.3 Without WPS ..............................................................................................................49
4.5 Setting Up Multiple Wireless Groups ...................................................................................50
4.6 Setting Up NAT Port Forwarding ..........................................................................................53
4.7 Configuring Static Route for Routing to Another Network ....................................................55
4.8 Configuring QoS Queue and Class Setup ...........................................................................57
4.9 Access the ZyXEL Device Using DDNS ..............................................................................60
4.9.1 Registering a DDNS Account on www.dyndns.org .....................................................61
4.9.2 Configuring DDNS on Your ZyXEL Device .................................................................61
4.9.3 Testing the DDNS Setting ...........................................................................................61
Part II: Technical Reference...................................................................63
Chapter 5
Network Map and Status Screens .........................................................................................65
5.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................65
5.2 The Network Map Screen ....................................................................................................65
5.3 The Status Screen ................................................................................................................67
Chapter 6
Broadband...............................................................................................................................71
6.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................................71
6.1.1 What You Need to Know .............................................................................................71
6.1.2 Before You Begin ........................................................................................................72
6.2 The Broadband Screen ........................................................................................................73
6.2.1 Add/Edit Broadband ...................................................................................................74
6.3 The DSL Screen ...................................................................................................................80
6.4 Technical Reference .............................................................................................................82
6.4.1 Encapsulation .............................................................................................................82
6.4.2 Multiplexing .................................................................................................................83
6.4.3 VPI and VCI ................................................................................................................83
6.4.4 IP Address Assignment ..............................................................................................83
6.4.5 NAT .............................................................................................................................84
6.4.6 Traffic Shaping ............................................................................................................84