ZyXEL Communications PRESTIGE 128MH User manual

Prestige 128MH
User's Manual
Version 1.0
ZyXEL
TOTAL INTERNET ACCESS SOLUTION

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Copyright
Copyright © 1998 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation.
The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any part or as a whole, transcribed, stored in a retrieval
system, translated into any language, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic,
optical, chemical, photocopying, manual, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of ZyXEL Communications
Corporation.
Published by ZyXEL Communications Corporation. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
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Neither does it convey any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of others. ZyXEL further reserves the
right to make changes in any products described herein without notice. This publication is subject to change without
notice.
Trademarks
Trademarks mentioned in this publication are used for identification purposes only and may be properties of their
respective owners.

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ECC Interference Statement iii
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLASS B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio/television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice 1
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded RS-232 cables are required to be used to ensure compliance with FCC Part 15, and it is the responsibility of
the user to provide and use shielded RS-232 cables.

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iv Information for Canadian Users
Information for Canadian Users
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Industry Canada does not guarantee
that the equipment will operate to a user's satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some
cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a
certified connector assembly. The customer should be aware that the compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
For their own protection, users should ensure that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines,
and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly
important in rural areas.
Caution
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
Note
This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.

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ZyXEL Limited Warranty v
ZyXEL Limited Warranty
ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is free from any defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of up to two (2) years from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof
of purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and/or materials, ZyXEL will, at
its discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components without charge for either parts or labor, and to
whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore the product or components to proper operating condition. Any
replacement will consist of a new or re-manufactured functionally equivalent product of equal value, and will be solely
at the discretion of ZyXEL. This warranty shall not apply if the product is modified, misused, tampered with, damaged
by an act of God, or subjected to abnormal working conditions.
Note
Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser. This warranty is in
lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a
particular use or purpose. ZyXEL shall in no event be held liable for indirect or consequential damages of any kind of
character to the purchaser.
To obtain the services of this warranty, contact ZyXEL's Service Center; refer to the separate Warranty Card for your
Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Products must be returned Postage Prepaid. It is recommended that the
unit be insured when shipped. Any returned products without proof of purchase or those with an out-dated warranty will
be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of ZyXEL) and the customer will be billed for parts and labor. All repaired or
replaced products will be shipped by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address, Postage Paid (USA and territories
only). If the customer desires some other return destination beyond the U.S. borders, the customer shall bear the cost of
the return shipment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.

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vi Customer Support
Customer Support
If you have questions about your ZyXEL product or desire assistance, contact ZyXEL Communications Corporation
offices worldwide, in one of the following ways:
North America
ZyXEL Communications Inc.
4920 E. La Palma Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92807
USA
Telephone: [phone] (call between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM PST)
Facsimile: [phone]
E-mail: -Sales Inquiries: [email protected]
-Technical Support: [email protected]
Worldwide Support
ZyXEL Communications Corporation
6, Innovation Road II, Science-Based Industrial Park
Hsinchu, Taiwan 300, R.O.C.
Telephone: [phone] Ext.: 266 (call between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM [Taiwan time GMT+8:00])
Facsimile: 886-3-578-2439
E-mail: -Sales Inquiries: [email protected]
-Technical Support: [email protected]
Product Information
For product information, visit our site on theWorld Wide Web: http://www.zyxel.com.
FTP Information
Information such as ZyXEL software and ROM updates is available for download at these FTP addresses:

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North America: ftp.zyxel.com
Europe:ftp.zyxel.co.at

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ix Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents.................................................................................................................ix
List of Figures...................................................................................................................xiii
List of Tables.................................................................................................................... xvii
Preface ..............................................................................................................................xix
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your Router/Hub ......................................................................................1-1
1.1 Prestige 128MH PSTN Bridge Router........................................................................1-1
1.2 Features of Prestige 128MH.......................................................................................1-1
1.3 The Built-In Modems..................................................................................................1-3
1.4 Front Panel LEDs and Back Panel Ports.....................................................................1-5
1.5 Applications for Prestige 128MH.................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation & Initial Setup...................................................................................2-1
2.1 Unpacking your Router/Hub .......................................................................................2-1
2.2 Additional Installation Requirements ...........................................................................2-2
2.3 Connect your PSTN Router/Hub.................................................................................2-3
2.4 Power On Your Prestige.............................................................................................2-7
2.5 Navigating the SMT Interface.....................................................................................2-9
2.6 Changing the System Password...............................................................................2-12
2.7 General Setup.........................................................................................................2-14
2.8 WAN Port Setup......................................................................................................2-16
2.9 Ethernet Setup ........................................................................................................2-24
2.10 Protocol Dependent Ethernet Setup......................................................................2-26
Chapter 3
Internet Access Application................................................................................................3-1

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3.1 Route IP Setup..........................................................................................................3-1
3.2 TCP/IP Parameters ...................................................................................................3-2
3.3 TCP/IP Ethernet Setup and DHCP .............................................................................3-4
3.4 Internet Access Configuration.....................................................................................3-7
3.5 Single User Account ................................................................................................3-11
3.6 Configuring Backup ISP Accounts ............................................................................3-14
3.7 Editing Login Script .................................................................................................3-15
Chapter 4
Remote Node Configuration...............................................................................................4-1
4.1 Remote Node Setup..................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Leased Line Connection ..........................................................................................4-18
Chapter 5
Remote Node TCP/IP Configuration ...................................................................................5-1
5.1 LAN-to-LAN Application .............................................................................................5-1
Chapter 6
Remote Node IPX Configuration.........................................................................................6-1
6.1 IPX Network Environment ..........................................................................................6-1
6.2 Prestige in an IPX Environment..................................................................................6-3
6.3 IPX Spoofing.............................................................................................................6-4
6.4 IPX Ethernet Setup....................................................................................................6-5
6.5 LAN-to-LAN Application with Novell IPX......................................................................6-7
Chapter 7
Remote Node Bridging Setup.............................................................................................7-1
7.1 Bridging in General....................................................................................................7-1
7.2 Bridge Ethernet Setup ...............................................................................................7-1
Chapter 8
Dial-in Server Configuration...............................................................................................8-1
8.1 Remote Access Server..............................................................................................8-2