ZyXEL Communications P-660RU-T1 v3 User manual

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P-660RU-Tx v3
ADSL2+ Ethernet/USB Router
User’s Guide
Version 3.40
12/2008
Edition 1
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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. 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.
"It is recommended you use the web configurator to configure the ZyXEL
Device.
• Support Disc
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]
Disclaimer
Graphics in this book may differ slightly from the product due to differences in operating
systems, operating system versions, or if you installed updated firmware/software for your
device. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate.

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 P-660RU-Tx v3 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
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).
• 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.
This product is recyclable. Dispose of it properly.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 25
Introducing the ZyXEL Device ...................................................................................................27
Introducing the Web Configurator .............................................................................................. 37
Status ...................................................................................................................................... 41
Device Information ..................................................................................................................... 43
System Logs .............................................................................................................................. 45
Traffic Statistics .......................................................................................................................... 47
Quick Start Wizard ................................................................................................................. 49
Quick Start Wizard..................................................................................................................... 51
Interface Setup ....................................................................................................................... 57
Internet Setup ............................................................................................................................ 59
LAN Setup ................................................................................................................................. 73
Advanced Setup ..................................................................................................................... 81
Static Route ............................................................................................................................... 83
Network Address Translation (NAT) .......................................................................................... 87
Quality of Service (QoS) ............................................................................................................ 99
ADSL ....................................................................................................................................... 107
Firewall .................................................................................................................................... 109
Access Management ........................................................................................................... 111
Access Control .........................................................................................................................113
Filters ........................................................................................................................................117
SNMP ...................................................................................................................................... 123
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) ............................................................................................. 125
Dynamic DNS Setup ................................................................................................................ 137
CWMP ..................................................................................................................................... 139
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 143
Administrator Settings ............................................................................................................. 145
Time Zone ................................................................................................................................ 147
Firmware .................................................................................................................................. 149
System Restart ........................................................................................................................ 157
Diagnostic ................................................................................................................................ 159

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Troubleshooting and Product Specifications ................................................................... 161
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 163
Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 167
Appendices and Index ......................................................................................................... 173

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Table of Contents
About This User's Guide .......................................................................................................... 3
Document Conventions............................................................................................................4
Safety Warnings........................................................................................................................ 6
Contents Overview ................................................................................................................... 9
Table of Contents.................................................................................................................... 11
List of Figures ......................................................................................................................... 19
List of Tables........................................................................................................................... 23
Part I: Introduction................................................................................. 25
Chapter 1
Introducing the ZyXEL Device............................................................................................... 27
1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 27
1.2 Ways to Manage the ZyXEL Device .................................................................................... 27
1.3 Good Habits for Managing the ZyXEL Device ..................................................................... 28
1.4 Applications for the ZyXEL Device ...................................................................................... 28
1.4.1 Internet Access ..........................................................................................................28
1.5 LEDs (Lights) ....................................................................................................................... 29
1.6 The RESET Button .............................................................................................................. 30
1.6.1 Using the Reset Button .............................................................................................. 30
1.7 USB Port .............................................................................................................................. 30
1.7.1 Installing the USB Driver in Windows ......................................................................... 31
1.7.2 Verifying Your USB Installation ................................................................................... 35
Chapter 2
Introducing the Web Configurator ........................................................................................ 37
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 37
2.1.1 Accessing the Web Configurator ................................................................................ 37
2.2 Web Configurator Main Screen ........................................................................................... 38
2.2.1 Navigation Panel ........................................................................................................ 39
2.2.2 Main Window ..............................................................................................................40

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Part II: Status .......................................................................................... 41
Chapter 3
Device Information.................................................................................................................. 43
3.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 43
3.2 The Device Info Screen ....................................................................................................... 43
Chapter 4
System Logs............................................................................................................................ 45
4.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 45
4.2 The System Log Screen ......................................................................................................45
Chapter 5
Traffic Statistics ...................................................................................................................... 47
5.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 47
5.2 The Statistics Screen ........................................................................................................... 47
Part III: Quick Start Wizard .................................................................... 49
Chapter 6
Quick Start Wizard .................................................................................................................. 51
6.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 51
6.2 Quick Start Wizard ............................................................................................................... 51
Part IV: Interface Setup.......................................................................... 57
Chapter 7
Internet Setup.......................................................................................................................... 59
7.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 59
7.1.1 What You Can Do in the Internet Screens ................................................................. 59
7.1.2 What You Need to Know About ADSL Internet Access .............................................. 59
7.1.3 Before You Begin ....................................................................................................... 60
7.2 The Internet Screen ............................................................................................................. 61
7.2.1 Dynamic IP Address ................................................................................................... 62
7.2.2 Static IP Address ........................................................................................................64
7.2.3 PPPoA/PPPoE ........................................................................................................... 66
7.2.4 Bridge Mode ............................................................................................................... 68
7.2.5 The PVCs Summary Screen ...................................................................................... 68
7.3 WAN Technical Reference ................................................................................................... 69

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7.3.1 Encapsulation ............................................................................................................. 69
7.3.2 Multiplexing ................................................................................................................ 70
7.3.3 VPI and VCI ............................................................................................................... 70
7.3.4 IP Address Assignment .............................................................................................. 70
7.3.5 Always-On Connection (PPP) .................................................................................... 71
7.3.6 ATM QoS .................................................................................................................... 71
7.3.7 ATM Traffic Classes ................................................................................................... 72
Chapter 8
LAN Setup................................................................................................................................ 73
8.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 73
8.1.1 What You Can Do in the LAN Screens ....................................................................... 73
8.1.2 What You Need To Know About LAN ......................................................................... 73
8.2 The LAN Screen .................................................................................................................. 74
8.2.1 The DHCP IP Pool Summary Screen ........................................................................ 76
8.3 LAN Technical Reference ....................................................................................................77
8.3.1 LANs, WANs and the ZyXEL Device .......................................................................... 77
8.3.2 DHCP Setup ...............................................................................................................77
8.3.3 DNS Server Addresses .............................................................................................. 78
8.3.4 LAN TCP/IP ................................................................................................................ 78
8.3.5 RIP Setup ................................................................................................................... 79
8.3.6 Multicast ..................................................................................................................... 80
Part V: Advanced Setup ........................................................................ 81
Chapter 9
Static Route ............................................................................................................................. 83
9.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................. 83
9.1.1 What You Can Do in the Static Route Screens .......................................................... 83
9.2 The Routing Table List Screen ............................................................................................ 84
9.2.1 The Static Route Screen ............................................................................................ 84
Chapter 10
Network Address Translation (NAT)...................................................................................... 87
10.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................ 87
10.1.1 What You Can Do in the NAT Screens ..................................................................... 87
10.1.2 What You Need To Know About NAT ....................................................................... 87
10.2 The NAT Screen ................................................................................................................ 88
10.3 The DMZ Screen ............................................................................................................... 89
10.4 The Virtual Server Screen .................................................................................................90
10.4.1 Configuring Servers Behind Port Forwarding (Example) ......................................... 90

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10.4.2 Configuring the Virtual Server Screen ...................................................................... 92
10.5 The IP Address Mapping Screen ....................................................................................... 93
10.6 NAT Technical Reference .................................................................................................. 95
10.6.1 NAT Definitions ........................................................................................................ 95
10.6.2 What NAT Does ....................................................................................................... 96
10.6.3 How NAT Works ....................................................................................................... 96
Chapter 11
Quality of Service (QoS)......................................................................................................... 99
11.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................ 99
11.1.1 What You Can Do in the QoS Screens ................................................................... 100
11.1.2 What You Need to Know About QoS ...................................................................... 100
11.2 The QoS Screen ............................................................................................................. 101
11.2.1 The QoS Settings Summary Screen ...................................................................... 103
11.3 QoS Technical Reference ................................................................................................ 104
11.3.1 IEEE 802.1p ........................................................................................................... 104
11.3.2 IP Precedence ........................................................................................................ 104
11.3.3 Automatic Priority Queue Assignment .................................................................... 105
Chapter 12
ADSL ...................................................................................................................................... 107
12.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 107
12.2 The ADSL Screen ............................................................................................................ 107
Chapter 13
Firewall................................................................................................................................... 109
13.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 109
13.1.1 What You Can Do in the Firewall Screens ............................................................. 109
13.1.2 What You Need to Know About Firewall ................................................................ 109
13.2 The Firewall Screen ..........................................................................................................110
Part VI: Access Management...............................................................111
Chapter 14
Access Control...................................................................................................................... 113
14.1 Access Control Overview .................................................................................................113
14.1.1 The Access Control Setup Screen ..........................................................................113
14.1.2 Access Control Interfaces .......................................................................................113
14.1.3 System Timeout .....................................................................................................114
14.1.4 Configuring the Access Control Setup Screen ........................................................114

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Chapter 15
Filters ..................................................................................................................................... 117
15.1 Overview ..........................................................................................................................117
15.1.1 What You Can Do in the Filter Screens ...................................................................117
15.1.2 What You Need to Know About Filtering .................................................................117
15.2 The IP/MAC Filter Screen .................................................................................................118
15.3 The Application Filter Screen .......................................................................................... 120
15.4 The URL Filter Screen ....................................................................................................121
Chapter 16
SNMP...................................................................................................................................... 123
16.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 123
16.1.1 Supported MIBs ..................................................................................................... 124
16.2 The SNMP Screen ...........................................................................................................124
Chapter 17
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP)..........................................................................................125
17.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 125
17.1.1 What You Can Do in the UPnP Screen .................................................................. 125
17.1.2 What You Need to Know About UPnP ................................................................... 125
17.2 The UPnP Screen ............................................................................................................ 126
17.3 Installing UPnP in Windows Example .............................................................................. 127
17.4 Using UPnP in Windows XP Example ............................................................................. 130
Chapter 18
Dynamic DNS Setup ............................................................................................................. 137
18.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 137
18.1.1 What You Can Do in the DDNS Screen ................................................................. 137
18.1.2 What You Need To Know About DDNS .................................................................. 137
18.2 The Dynamic DNS Screen .............................................................................................. 138
Chapter 19
CWMP..................................................................................................................................... 139
19.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 139
19.2 The CWMP Setup Screen ............................................................................................... 140
Part VII: Maintenance........................................................................... 143
Chapter 20
Administrator Settings .........................................................................................................145
20.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 145

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20.2 The Administrator Screen ................................................................................................ 145
Chapter 21
Time Zone .............................................................................................................................. 147
21.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 147
21.2 The Time Zone Screen ................................................................................................... 147
Chapter 22
Firmware ................................................................................................................................ 149
22.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 149
22.1.1 What You Need To Know About Firmware ............................................................. 149
22.1.2 Before You Begin ................................................................................................... 150
22.1.3 Firmware and Configuration Files Examples ......................................................... 150
22.2 The Firmware Screen ...................................................................................................... 154
Chapter 23
System Restart ...................................................................................................................... 157
23.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 157
23.2 The System Restart Screen ............................................................................................. 157
Chapter 24
Diagnostic.............................................................................................................................. 159
24.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 159
24.2 The Diagnostic Screen .................................................................................................... 159
Part VIII: Troubleshooting and Product Specifications .................... 161
Chapter 25
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 163
25.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs ...................................................................... 163
25.2 ZyXEL Device Access and Login .................................................................................... 164
25.3 Internet Access ................................................................................................................ 165
Chapter 26
Product Specifications .........................................................................................................167
26.1 Hardware Specifications .................................................................................................. 167
26.2 Firmware Specifications ...................................................................................................167
26.3 Power Adaptor Specifications .......................................................................................... 170
Part IX: Appendices and Index ........................................................... 173

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Appendix A Setting up Your Computer’s IP Address............................................................ 175
Appendix B Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions ......................................197
Appendix C IP Addresses and Subnetting ........................................................................... 205
Appendix D Services ............................................................................................................ 213
Appendix E Legal Information .............................................................................................. 217
Appendix F Customer Support ............................................................................................. 219
Index....................................................................................................................................... 225

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List of Figures
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List of Figures
Figure 1 ZyXEL Device’s Router Features ............................................................................................. 28
Figure 2 LEDs on the Top of the Device ................................................................................................. 29
Figure 3 Login Screen ............................................................................................................................ 38
Figure 4 Main Screen ............................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 5 Status > Device Information ..................................................................................................... 43
Figure 6 Status > System Log ................................................................................................................ 45
Figure 7 Status > Statistics (Ethernet) ................................................................................................... 47
Figure 8 Status > Statistics (ADSL) ........................................................................................................ 48
Figure 9 Access Quick Start Wizard ....................................................................................................... 51
Figure 10 Run Wizard ............................................................................................................................. 52
Figure 11 Wizard Summary .................................................................................................................... 52
Figure 12 Password ................................................................................................................................ 52
Figure 13 Time Zone .............................................................................................................................. 53
Figure 14 ISP Connection Type .............................................................................................................. 53
Figure 15 ISP Connection: Dynamic IP .................................................................................................. 53
Figure 16 ISP Connection: Static IP Address ......................................................................................... 54
Figure 17 ISP Connection: PPPoE/PPPoA ........................................................................................... 55
Figure 18 ISP Connection: Bridge Mode ................................................................................................ 56
Figure 19 Complete Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 56
Figure 20 LAN and WAN ........................................................................................................................ 59
Figure 21 Interface Setup > Internet ....................................................................................................... 61
Figure 22 Interface Setup > Internet (Dynamic IP) ................................................................................. 62
Figure 23 Interface Setup > Internet (Static IP) ...................................................................................... 64
Figure 24 Interface Setup > Internet (PPPoA/PPPoE) ........................................................................... 66
Figure 25 Interface Setup > Internet (Bridge) ......................................................................................... 68
Figure 26 Interface Setup > PVCs Summary ......................................................................................... 68
Figure 27 Example of ATM OoS ............................................................................................................. 71
Figure 28 Interface Setup > LAN ............................................................................................................ 75
Figure 29 Interface Setup > LAN > DHCP IP Pool Summary ................................................................. 76
Figure 30 LAN and WAN IP Addresses .................................................................................................. 77
Figure 31 Example of Static Routing Topology ....................................................................................... 83
Figure 32 Advanced Setup > Routing Table List .................................................................................... 84
Figure 33 Advanced > Routing > Static Route ....................................................................................... 84
Figure 34 Advanced Setup > NAT .......................................................................................................... 88
Figure 35 Advanced Setup > NAT > DMZ .............................................................................................. 89
Figure 36 Multiple Servers Behind NAT Example ..................................................................................91
Figure 37 Advanced Setup > NAT > Virtual Server ................................................................................92
Figure 38 Advanced Setup > NAT > IP Address Mapping ..................................................................... 94

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Figure 39 How NAT Works ..................................................................................................................... 97
Figure 40 QoS Example ......................................................................................................................... 99
Figure 41 Advanced Setup > QoS ........................................................................................................ 101
Figure 42 Advanced Setup > QoS > QoS Settings Summary .............................................................. 103
Figure 43 Advanced Setup > ADSL ...................................................................................................... 107
Figure 44 Advanced Setup > Firewall ....................................................................................................110
Figure 45 Access Control ......................................................................................................................113
Figure 46 Access Management > ACL ..................................................................................................114
Figure 47 Access Management > Filter (IP/MAC) .................................................................................118
Figure 48 Access Management > Filter (Application) ........................................................................... 120
Figure 49 Access Management > Filter (URL) .....................................................................................121
Figure 50 SNMP Management Model .................................................................................................. 123
Figure 51 Access Management > SNMP .............................................................................................124
Figure 52 Access Management > UPnP .............................................................................................. 126
Figure 53 Add/Remove Programs: Windows Setup: Communication .................................................. 127
Figure 54 Add/Remove Programs: Windows Setup: Communication: Components ............................ 128
Figure 55 Network Connections ........................................................................................................... 128
Figure 56 Windows Optional Networking Components Wizard ............................................................ 129
Figure 57 Networking Services ............................................................................................................. 129
Figure 58 Network Connections ........................................................................................................... 130
Figure 59 Internet Connection Properties ............................................................................................ 131
Figure 60 Internet Connection Properties: Advanced Settings ............................................................. 132
Figure 61 Internet Connection Properties: Advanced Settings: Add .................................................... 132
Figure 62 System Tray Icon .................................................................................................................. 133
Figure 63 Internet Connection Status ................................................................................................... 133
Figure 64 Network Connections ........................................................................................................... 134
Figure 65 Network Connections: My Network Places .......................................................................... 135
Figure 66 Network Connections: My Network Places: Properties: Example ........................................ 135
Figure 67 Access Management > DDNS .............................................................................................. 138
Figure 68 LAN and WAN ...................................................................................................................... 139
Figure 69 Access Management > CWMP ............................................................................................ 140
Figure 70 Maintenance > Administraton ............................................................................................... 145
Figure 71 Maintenance > Time Zone .................................................................................................... 147
Figure 72 Restore Using FTP Session Example .................................................................................. 151
Figure 73 FTP Session Example of Firmware File Upload ................................................................... 152
Figure 74 FTP Session Example .......................................................................................................... 153
Figure 75 Maintenance > Firmware ...................................................................................................... 154
Figure 76 Maintenance > System Restart ............................................................................................ 157
Figure 77 Maintenance > Diagnostic .................................................................................................... 159
Figure 78 WIndows 95/98/Me: Network: Configuration ........................................................................ 176
Figure 79 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: IP Address ............................................................ 177
Figure 80 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: DNS Configuration ................................................ 178
Figure 81 Windows XP: Start Menu ...................................................................................................... 179