ZyXEL Communications ZYWALL 2 WG User manual

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ZyWALL 2WG
Internet Security Appliance
User’s Guide
Version 4.02
1/2007
Edition 1

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 ZyWALL using the web
configurator or System Management Terminal (SMT). You should have at least a basic
knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts and topology.
Related Documentation
• Quick Start Guide
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.
• Web Configurator Online Help
Embedded web help for descriptions of individual screens and supplementary
information.
• Supporting Disk
Refer to the included CD for support documents.
• ZyXEL Web Site
Please refer to www.zyxel.com for additional support documentation and product
certifications.
User Guide Feedback
Help us help you. Send all User Guide-related comments, questions or suggestions for
improvement to the following address, or use e-mail instead. Thank you!
The Technical Writing Team,
ZyXEL Communications Corp.,
6 Innovation Road II,
Science-Based Industrial Park,
Hsinchu, 300, Taiwan.
E-mail: [email protected]

Document Conventions
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Document Conventions
Warnings and Notes
These are how warnings and notes are shown in this User’s Guide.
1Warnings tell you about things that could harm you or your device.
"Notes tell you other important information (for example, other things you may
need to configure or helpful tips) or recommendations.
Syntax Conventions
• The ZyWALL 2WG may be referred to as the “ZyWALL”, the “device” or the “system” 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 ZyWALL icon is not an
exact representation of your device.
ZyWALL Computer Notebook computer
Server DSLAM Firewall
Telephone Switch Router

Safety Warnings
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Safety Warnings
1For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.
• 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).
• Not to remove the plug and plug into a wall outlet by itself; always attach the plug to the
power supply first before insert into the wall.
• 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 power outlet.
• 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.
• CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY (on the motherboard) IS REPLACED
BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS. Dispose them at the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. For detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the
store where you purchased the product.
• Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as insufficient airflow may harm your
device.

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• Antenna Warning! This device meets ETSI and FCC certification requirements when
using the included antenna(s). Only use the included antenna(s).
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical lines, gas or water pipes will
be damaged.
This product is recyclable. Dispose of it properly.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 49
Getting to Know Your ZyWALL .................................................................................................. 51
Introducing the Web Configurator .............................................................................................. 55
Wizard Setup ............................................................................................................................. 75
Tutorial ....................................................................................................................................... 95
Registration ............................................................................................................................. 107
Network ................................................................................................................................. 111
LAN Screens ............................................................................................................................113
Bridge Screens ........................................................................................................................ 125
WAN Screens .......................................................................................................................... 131
DMZ Screens ........................................................................................................................... 163
Wireless LAN ........................................................................................................................... 173
Security ................................................................................................................................. 199
Firewall .................................................................................................................................... 201
Content Filtering Screens ........................................................................................................ 231
Content Filtering Reports ......................................................................................................... 249
IPSec VPN ............................................................................................................................... 257
Certificates ............................................................................................................................... 297
Authentication Server .............................................................................................................. 323
Advanced .............................................................................................................................. 327
Network Address Translation (NAT) ........................................................................................ 329
Static Route ............................................................................................................................. 345
Policy Route ............................................................................................................................ 349
Bandwidth Management .......................................................................................................... 355
DNS ......................................................................................................................................... 371
Remote Management ..............................................................................................................383
UPnP ....................................................................................................................................... 405
ALG Screen ............................................................................................................................. 415
Reports, Logs and Maintenance ......................................................................................... 421
Logs Screens ........................................................................................................................... 423
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 451

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SMT and Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 467
Introducing the SMT ................................................................................................................ 469
SMT Menu 1 - General Setup .................................................................................................. 477
WAN and Dial Backup Setup ................................................................................................... 483
LAN Setup ............................................................................................................................... 497
Internet Access ........................................................................................................................ 503
DMZ Setup .............................................................................................................................. 509
Route Setup ............................................................................................................................. 513
Wireless Setup ........................................................................................................................ 517
Remote Node Setup ................................................................................................................ 521
IP Static Route Setup .............................................................................................................. 529
Network Address Translation (NAT) ........................................................................................ 533
Introducing the ZyWALL Firewall ............................................................................................. 553
Filter Configuration .................................................................................................................. 555
SNMP Configuration ................................................................................................................ 571
System Information & Diagnosis ............................................................................................. 573
Firmware and Configuration File Maintenance ........................................................................ 585
System Maintenance Menus 8 to 10 ....................................................................................... 599
Remote Management ..............................................................................................................607
IP Policy Routing ......................................................................................................................611
Call Scheduling ........................................................................................................................ 619
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 623
Appendices and Index ......................................................................................................... 629