ZyXEL Communications PRESTIGE 128MH User manual

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

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Prestige 128MH
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Copyright
Copyright © 1998 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation.
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right to make changes in any products described herein without notice. This publication is subject to change without
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FCC Interference Statement
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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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
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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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
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Product Information
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FTP Information
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
List of Figures.......................................................................................................................... xi
List of Tables........................................................................................................................... xv
Preface................................................................................................................................... xvii
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your Router/Hub
1.1 Prestige 128MH PSTN Bridge Router................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Front Panel LEDs and Back Panel Ports............................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features of Prestige 128MH ................................................................................. 1-5
1.4 Applications for Prestige 128MH ........................................................................... 1-8
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation & Initial Setup
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........................................................................................ 2-6
2.5 Navigating the SMT Interface................................................................................ 2-8
2.6 Configure the SMT Password.............................................................................. 2-10
2.7 General Setup..................................................................................................... 2-12
2.8 WAN Setup......................................................................................................... 2-14
2.9 General Ethernet Setup ...................................................................................... 2-21
2.10 Protocol Dependent Ethernet Setup.................................................................... 2-22
Chapter 3
Internet Access Application
3.1 IP Addresses and the Internet............................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Route IP Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-5
3.3 TCP/IP Ethernet Setup and DHCP........................................................................ 3-6
3.4 Internet Access Configuration ............................................................................... 3-9

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3.5 Single User Account ........................................................................................... 3-12
3.6 Configuring Backup ISP Accounts....................................................................... 3-15
3.7 Editing Script Options.......................................................................................... 3-17
Chapter 4
Telecommuting
4.1 Telecommuting ..................................................................................................... 4-2
4.2 Dial-In Server Application...................................................................................... 4-3
4.3 Default Dial-In Setup............................................................................................. 4-4
4.4 Dial-In Users Setup............................................................................................... 4-8
4.5 More on CLID..................................................................................................... 4-10
Chapter 5
Remote Node Configuration for LAN-to-LAN
5.1 Remote Node Setup............................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Leased Line Connection ..................................................................................... 5-12
Chapter 6
TCP/IP Configuration for LAN-to-LAN
6.1 LAN-to-LAN Application........................................................................................ 6-1
Chapter 7
Novell IPX Configuration for LAN-to-LAN
7.1 IPX Network Environment..................................................................................... 7-1
7.2 Prestige Operating in IPX Environment................................................................. 7-2
7.3 IPX Spoofing......................................................................................................... 7-3
7.4 IPX Ethernet Setup............................................................................................... 7-4
7.5 LAN-to-LAN Application with Novell IPX................................................................ 7-6
Chapter 8
Bridge Configuration for LAN-to-LAN
8.1 IPX Spoofing......................................................................................................... 8-1
8.2 Bridge Ethernet Setup........................................................................................... 8-2
8.3 LAN-to-LAN Application........................................................................................ 8-4

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Chapter 9
Filter Configuration
9.1 Configuring a Filter Set ......................................................................................... 9-3
9.2 Configuring a Filter Rule ....................................................................................... 9-7
Chapter 10
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
10.1 Configuring Your Prestige For SNMP Support..................................................... 10-1
Chapter 11
System Security
11.1 Using RADIUS Authentication..............................................................................11-1
11.2 Configure the SMT Password...............................................................................11-5
Chapter 12
Telnet Configuration and Capabilities
12.1 About Telnet Configuration.................................................................................. 12-1
12.2 Telnet Capabilities............................................................................................... 12-2
Chapter 13
System Maintenance
13.1 System Status..................................................................................................... 13-2
13.2 Terminal Baud Rate............................................................................................ 13-5
13.3 Log and Trace..................................................................................................... 13-5
13.4 Diagnostic........................................................................................................... 13-9
13.5 Backup Configuration........................................................................................ 13-12
13.6 Restore Configuration....................................................................................... 13-12
13.7 Software Update............................................................................................... 13-12
13.8 Command Interpreter Mode .............................................................................. 13-15
13.9 Call Control....................................................................................................... 13-16

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Chapter 14
Troubleshooting
14.1 Problems Starting Up the Prestige ...................................................................... 14-1
14.2 Problems With the WAN Ports ............................................................................ 14-2
14.3 Problems with the LAN Interface......................................................................... 14-2
14.4 Problems Connecting to a Remote Node or ISP.................................................. 14-3
14.5 Problems Connecting to a Remote User.............................................................. 14-4
Index........................................................................................................................................ I-1

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List of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. Prestige 128MH Front Panel LEDs.................................................................... 1-2
Figure 1-2. Prestige 128MH Back Panel Ports..................................................................... 1-4
Figure 1-3. Internet Access Application............................................................................... 1-8
Figure 1-4. LAN-to-LAN Connection Application.................................................................. 1-9
Figure 1-5. Telecommuting/Remote Access Application..................................................... 1-10
Figure 2-1. Connect Prestige 128MH .................................................................................. 2-3
Figure 2-2. Power-On Display............................................................................................. 2-6
Figure 2-3. Login Screen..................................................................................................... 2-7
Figure 2-4. SMT Main Menu................................................................................................ 2-9
Figure 2-5. Menu 23 - System Security ............................................................................. 2-10
Figure 2-6. Menu 23.1 - System Security - Change Password............................................2-11
Figure 2-7. Menu 1 - General Setup.................................................................................. 2-12
Figure 2-8. Menu 2 - WAN Port Setup............................................................................... 2-15
Figure 2-9a. Menu 2.1 - Async WAN Port Setup for Serial WAN Port 1................................ 2-15
Figure 2-9b. Menu 2.1 - Async WAN Port Setup for WAN Port 1,2 (LINE 1,2)...................... 2-16
Figure 2-10. Menu 2.1.1 - Advanced WAN Port Setup......................................................... 2-18
Figure 2-11. Menu 3 - Ethernet Setup................................................................................. 2-21
Figure 2-12. Menu 3.1 - General Ethernet Setup................................................................. 2-21
Figure 3-1. Menu 1 - General Setup.................................................................................... 3-5
Figure 3-2. Menu 3.2 - TCP/IP and DHCP Ethernet Setup................................................... 3-6
Figure 3-3. Menu 4 - Internet Access Setup......................................................................... 3-9
Figure 3-4. Single User Account Topology......................................................................... 3-12
Figure 3-5. Menu 4 - Internet Access Setup for Single User Account................................. 3-14
Figure 3-6. Menu 11.4 - Remote Node Script..................................................................... 3-17
Figure 4-1. Example of Remote User: Telecommuter........................................................... 4-2
Figure 4-2. Example of a Dial-in Server Application............................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-3. Menu 13 - Default Dial-in Setup......................................................................... 4-4

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List of Figures
Figure 4-4. Menu 14 - Dial-in User Setup............................................................................ 4-8
Figure 4-5. Menu 14.1 - Edit Dial-in User ............................................................................ 4-8
Figure 5-1. Menu 11 - Remote Node Setup......................................................................... 5-2
Figure 5-2. Menu 11.1 - Remote Node Profile for Dial-up Line Applications ......................... 5-2
Figure 5-3. Menu 11.2 - Remote Node PPP Options............................................................ 5-9
Figure 5-4. Menu 11.1 - Remote Node Profile for Leased Line Applications....................... 5-13
Figure 5-5. Menu 11.2 - Remote Node PPP Options for Leased Line Applications............. 5-19
Figure 6-1. LAN-to-LAN Application with TCP/IP................................................................. 6-1
Figure 6-2. Menu 11.3- Remote Node Network Layer Options for a TCP/IP Application....... 6-2
Figure 6-3. Sample IP Addresses for a LAN-to-LAN Connection with TCPI/IP..................... 6-3
Figure 6-4. Example of Static Routing Topology.................................................................. 6-6
Figure 6-5. Menu 12 - Static Route Setup ........................................................................... 6-7
Figure 6-6. Menu 12.1 - Edit IP Static Route ....................................................................... 6-7
Figure 7-1. Prestige Operating in IPX Environment ............................................................. 7-2
Figure 7-2. Menu 3.3 - Novell IPX Ethernet Setup............................................................... 7-4
Figure 7-3. LAN-to-LAN Application with Novell IPX............................................................ 7-6
Figure 7-4. Menu 11.3 - Remote Node Network Layer Options for Novell IPX Application.... 7-7
Figure 7-5. Netware Servers or Both Sides of the Link ........................................................ 7-9
Figure 7-6. Menu 12.2 - Edit IPX Static Route................................................................... 7-10
Figure 8-1. Menu 3.5 - Bridge Ethernet Setup ..................................................................... 8-3
Figure 8-2. Menu 11.3 - Remote Node Network Layer Options for Bridging Configuration.... 8-4
Figure 8-3 Menu 12.3 - Edit Bridge Static Route................................................................. 8-6
Figure 9-1. Outgoing Packet Filtering Process..................................................................... 9-2
Figure 9-2. Menu 21 - Filter Set Configuration..................................................................... 9-3
Figure 9-3. Menu 21.1 - Filter Rules Summary.................................................................... 9-4
Figure 9-4. Menu 21.1.1 - TCP/IP Filter Rule....................................................................... 9-7
Figure 9-5. Menu 21.1.2 - Generic Filter Rule.................................................................... 9-10
Figure 9-6. Menu 21.1.3 - IPX Filter Rule.......................................................................... 9-12

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List of Figures
Figure 10-1. Menu 22 - SNMP Configuration....................................................................... 10-2
Figure 11-1. Menu 23.2 - System Security - External Server ................................................11-3
Figure 12-1. Telnet Configuration on a TCP/IP Network....................................................... 12-1
Figure 13-1. Menu 24 - System Maintenance...................................................................... 13-1
Figure 13-2. Menu 24.1 - System Maintenance - Status ...................................................... 13-2
Figure 13-3. LAN Packet Which Triggered Last Call............................................................ 13-4
Figure 13-4. Menu 24.2 - System Maintenance - Change Terminal Baud Rate .................... 13-5
Figure 13-5. Examples of Error and Information Messages.................................................. 13-6
Figure 13-6. Menu 24.3.2 - System Maintenance - Syslog and Accounting.......................... 13-7
Figure 13-7. Menu 24.4 - System Maintenance - Diagnostic................................................ 13-9
Figure 13-8. Trace Display for a Successful IPCP Connection Via Manual Call ..................13-11
Figure 13-9. Trace Display for a Failed IPCP Connection Via Manual Call..........................13-11
Figure 13-10. Menu 24.7 - System Maintenance - Upload Firmaware.................................. 13-13
Figure 13-11. Menu 24.7.1 - Example of Uploading RAS Using PCPLUS............................ 13-13
Figure 13-12. Menu 24.7.2 - System Maintenance - Upload ROM File................................. 13-14
Figure 13-13. Menu 24.7.3 - System Maintenance - Upload WAN Port 2 Modem Firmware.13-14
Figure 13-14. Menu 24.7.4 - System Maintenance - Upload WAN Port 2 Modem Firmware.13-15
Figure 13-15. Menu 24.9 - System Maintenance - Call Control............................................ 13-16
Figure 13-16. Menu 24.9.2 - Blacklist.................................................................................. 13-17
Figure 13-17. Menu 24.9.3 - Budget Management .............................................................. 13-18

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List of Tables
List of Tables
Table 1-1. LED Functions ................................................................................................. 1-3
Table 2-1. Item Checklist .................................................................................................. 2-1
Table 2-2. Main Menu Commands .................................................................................... 2-8
Table 2-3. Main Menu Summary....................................................................................... 2-9
Table 2-4. General Setup Menu Fields............................................................................ 2-13
Table 2-5. Async WAN Port Setup Menu Fields............................................................... 2-16
Table 2-6. Advanced WAN Port Setup AT Commands Fields .......................................... 2-19
Table 2-7. Advanced WAN Port Setup Call Control Parameters ...................................... 2-20
Table 3-1. Subnet Mask Notation...................................................................................... 3-2
Table 3-2. Examples of IP Subnet Masks.......................................................................... 3-3
Table 3-3. Private Networks IP Addresses ........................................................................ 3-4
Table 3-4. DHCP Ethernet Setup Menu Fields .................................................................. 3-7
Table 3-5. TCP/IP Ethernet Setup Menu Fields................................................................. 3-8
Table 3-6. Internet Account Information ............................................................................ 3-9
Table 3-7. Internet Access Setup Menu Fields ................................................................ 3-10
Table 3-8. Single User Account Menu Fields................................................................... 3-15
Table 3-9.Remote Node Script Menu Fields................................................................... 3-17
Table 4-1. Remote Dial-in Users/Remote Nodes Comparison Chart.................................. 4-1
Table 4-2. Default Dial-in Setup Fields.............................................................................. 4-5
Table 4-3. Edit Dial-in User Menu Fields........................................................................... 4-9
Table 5-1. Remote Node Profile Menu Fields for Dial-up Line Applications........................ 5-3
Table 5-2. Remote Node PPP Options Menu Fields........................................................ 5-10
Table 5-3. Remote Node Profile Menu Fields for Leased Line Applications...................... 5-13
Table 5-4. Remote Node PPP Options Menu Fields for Leased Line Applications ........... 5-19
Table 6-1. Remote Node Network Layer Options for a TCP/IP Configuration..................... 6-4
Table 6-2. Edit IP Static Route Menu Fields...................................................................... 6-8

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List of Tables
Table 7-1. Novell IPX Ethernet Setup Fields...................................................................... 7-5
Table 7-2. Remote Node Network Layer Options for Novell IPX Application...................... 7-8
Table 7-3. Edit IPX Static Route Menu Fields.................................................................. 7-10
Table 8-1. Handle IPX Field Settings................................................................................. 8-2
Table 8-2. Bridge Ethernet Setup Menu - Handle IPX Field Configuration ......................... 8-3
Table 8-3. Remote Node Network Layers Menu Bridge Options........................................ 8-5
Table 8-4. Default Dial-in Setup Field for Bridging Applications ......................................... 8-6
Table 8-5. Bridge Static Route Menu Fields ...................................................................... 8-7
Table 9-1. Abbreviations Used in the Filter Rules Summary Menu .................................... 9-4
Table 9-2. Abbreviations Used If Filter Type Is IP.............................................................. 9-5
Table 9-3. Abbreviations Used If Filter Type Is GEN.......................................................... 9-6
Table 9-4 Abbreviations Used If Filter Type Is IPX............................................................ 9-6
Table 9-5. TCP/IP Filter Rule Menu Fields........................................................................ 9-8
Table 9-6. Generic Filter Rule Menu Fields ..................................................................... 9-10
Table 9-7. IPX Filter Rule Menu Fields............................................................................ 9-13
Table 10-1. SNMP Configuration Menu Fields................................................................... 10-3
Table 11-1. System Security - External Server Menu Fields...............................................11-3
Table 13-1. System Maintenance - Status Menu Fields..................................................... 13-3
Table 13-2. System Maintenance Menu Syslog Parameters.............................................. 13-7
Table 13-3. System Maintenance Menu Diagnostic Test Options......................................13-10
Table 14-1. Troubleshooting the Start-Up of your Prestige ................................................ 14-1
Table 14-2. Troubleshooting a WAN Port Connection........................................................ 14-2
Table 14-3. Troubleshooting the LAN Interface ................................................................. 14-2
Table 14-4. Troubleshooting a Connection to a Remote Node or ISP................................ 14-3
Table 14-5. Troubleshooting a Connection to a Remote User............................................ 14-4

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Preface
Preface
About Your Router/Hub
Congratulations on your purchase of the Prestige 128MH PSTN Router/Hub.
The Prestige 128MH is a high-performance Router/Hub that offers a complete solution for your
PSTN and WAN applications such as Internet access for the corporate office, multi-protocol
LAN-to-LAN connections, telecommuting and remote access. Your Prestige 128MH Router/Hub
is the ideal high-speed Internet Access solution for your whole office.
The Prestige 128MH is a universal router that can connect over PSTN (Public Switch Telephone
Network) and ISDN (Integrated Service Digital Network) lines. The Prestige 128MH can
accommodate both TCP/IP and Novell IPX protocols to provide multi-protocol routing and
transparent bridging. Your Prestige is also compatible with routers from other manufacturers such
as Ascend, Cisco, and 3Com.
Your Prestige 128MH is easy to install and to configure since you do not need to set any switch.
All functions of the Prestige 128MH are software configurable via the SMT (System Management
Terminal) Interface. The SMT Interface is a menu-driven software easily accessible from either a
VT100 compatible terminal or a terminal emulation program on a PC.
Versatile and packed with a number of advanced features the Prestige 128MH is designed to
provide the networking solutions adapted to your needs.
About This User's Manual
This user's manual covers all aspects of your Prestige 128MH operations and shows you how to
get the best out of the multiple advanced features of your Router/Hub.
This manual consists of fourteen chapters designed to guide you through a correct configuration
of your Prestige 128MH depending on your particular application.

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Structure of this Manual
This manual is divided into five parts:
1. Getting Started (Chapters 1-2), is structured as a step-by-step guide to help you connect,
install and setup your Prestige 128MH to operate on your network.
2. The Internet (Chapter 3), describes how to configure your Prestige 128MH to connect to
the Internet.
3. Setting Up Advanced Applications (Chapters 4-8), describes how to use your Prestige
for more advanced applications such as Telecommuting and LAN-to-LAN in TCP/IP, Novell
IPX, and Bridging environments.
4. Management & Maintenance (Chapters 9-13), provides information on access control
and logging features for network administrators.
5. Troubleshooting (Chapter 14), provides information about solving common problems.
Regardless of your particular application, it is important that you follow the steps outlined in
Chapters 1-2 to correctly connect your Prestige 128MH to your LAN. You can then refer the
appropriate chapters of the manual depending on which applications you wish to use.
Orientation Map
The following Orientation Map is designed to guide you through a quick and correct installation
of your Prestige 128MH. According to your particular application (Internet, Telecommuting,
Multi-protocol LAN-to-LAN Connection), follow the path outlined in this Orientation Map to
refer to the appropriate chapters in this manual. Read the instructions in each chapter carefully for
a successful configuration of your Prestige.

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Preface
Orientation Map
INSTALLATION
Chapter 1
Getting to Know your
Bridge/Router
Chapter 2
Hardware
Installation
Chapter 3
Internet Access
Application
INTERNET ACCESS
MANAGEMENT &
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Chapter 11
Troubleshooting
Chapter 10
System
Maintenance
Chapter 9
Telnet Configuration
and Capabilities
Chapter 8
System Password
Chapter 7
Filter Configuration
Chapter 4
Telecommuting
Chapter 6
TCPI/IP Configuration
for LAN-to-LAN
ADVANCED
APPLICATIONS
TELCOMMUTING
LAN-TO-LAN
APPLICATIONS
Chapter 5
Remote Node Configuration
for LAN-to-LAN
1
2
3
4
5