ZyXEL Communications P-791R V2 - V3.40 User manual

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P-791R v2
G.SHDSL.bis Router
User’s Guide
Version 3.40
5/2007
Edition 2
DEFAULT LOGIN
IP Address http://192.168.1.1
Administrator Password 1234
User Password user

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.
• Web Configurator Online Help
Embedded web help for descriptions of individual screens and supplementary
information.
"It is recommended you use the web configurator to configure the ZyXEL
Device.
• 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 P-791R v2 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.

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 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.
• ONLY qualified service personnel should service or disassemble this device.
• 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 it 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.
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical lines, gas or water pipes will
be damaged.

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This product is recyclable. Dispose of it properly.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
Introduction, Wizards and Tutorials ..................................................................................... 31
Getting To Know Your ZyXEL Device ........................................................................................ 33
Introducing the Web Configurator .............................................................................................. 37
Wizard Setup for Internet Access .............................................................................................. 47
Point-to-point Configuration ....................................................................................................... 55
Network Setup ........................................................................................................................ 59
WAN Setup ................................................................................................................................ 61
LAN Setup ................................................................................................................................. 83
Network Address Translation (NAT) Screens ............................................................................ 93
Security ................................................................................................................................. 105
Filter ......................................................................................................................................... 107
Advanced Setup ................................................................................................................... 109
Static Route ..............................................................................................................................111
Dynamic DNS Setup .................................................................................................................115
Remote Management Configuration .........................................................................................119
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) ............................................................................................. 129
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 141
System ..................................................................................................................................... 143
Logs ......................................................................................................................................... 149
Tools ........................................................................................................................................ 153
Diagnostic ................................................................................................................................ 159
SMT and Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 161
Introducing the SMT ................................................................................................................ 163
General Setup ......................................................................................................................... 169
WAN Setup .............................................................................................................................. 173
LAN Setup ............................................................................................................................... 179
Internet Access Setup ............................................................................................................. 183
Remote Node Setup ................................................................................................................ 185
Static Route Setup ................................................................................................................... 195
NAT Setup ............................................................................................................................... 199
Filter Configuration .................................................................................................................. 213
SNMP Configuration ................................................................................................................ 227

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System Password .................................................................................................................... 229
System Information & Diagnosis ............................................................................................. 231
Firmware and Configuration File Maintenance ........................................................................ 241
Menus 24.8 to 24.11 ................................................................................................................ 255
IP Routing Policy Setup ........................................................................................................... 261
Schedule Setup ....................................................................................................................... 269
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 273
Appendices and Index ......................................................................................................... 279