ZyXEL Communications P-330W - V1.90 User manual

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P-330W, P-330W v2
802.11g Secure Wireless Internet Sharing Router
User’s Guide
Version 1.90
1/2008
Edition 1
DEFAULT LOGIN
IP Address http://192.168.10.1
User Name admin
Password 1234

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 P-330W 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.
• Supporting Disc
Refer to the included CD for support documents.
• ZyXEL Web Site
Please refer to http://www.us.zyxel.com for additional support documentation and product
certifications.
User’s Guide Feedback
Help us help you. Send all User’s 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 P-330W.
"Notes tell you other important information (for example, other things you may
need to configure or helpful tips) or recommendations.
Syntax Conventions
• The P-330W may be referred to as the “P-330W”, 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”.
Icons Used in Figures
Figures in this User’s Guide may use the following generic icons. The P-330W icon is not an
exact representation of your P-330W.

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Table 1
P-330W Computer Notebook
Server Printer Telephone
Switch Router Internet Cloud
Firewall Modem Wireless Signal

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 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.
• Antenna Warning! This device meets ETSI and FCC certification requirements when
using the included antenna(s). Only use the included antenna(s).
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical lines, gas or water pipes will
be damaged.
• Make sure that the cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges.
This product is recyclable. Dispose of it properly.

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Contents Overview
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Contents Overview
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 23
Introducing the P-330W ............................................................................................................. 25
Introducing the Web Configurator .............................................................................................. 29
Tutorials and Wizard .............................................................................................................. 33
Tutorials ..................................................................................................................................... 35
Wizard Setup ............................................................................................................................. 39
Advanced ................................................................................................................................ 49
System Screens ........................................................................................................................ 51
Wireless ..................................................................................................................................... 57
Advanced Options ..................................................................................................................... 85
Administrator Options .............................................................................................................. 105
Troubleshooting and Specifications .................................................................................. 115
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................117
Product Specifications ............................................................................................................. 123
Appendices and Index ......................................................................................................... 129

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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 ......................................................................................................................... 17
List of Tables........................................................................................................................... 21
Part I: Introduction................................................................................. 23
Chapter 1
Introducing the P-330W..........................................................................................................25
1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 25
1.2 Ways to Manage the P-330W .............................................................................................. 26
1.3 Good Habits for Managing the P-330W ............................................................................... 26
1.4 LEDs .................................................................................................................................... 27
Chapter 2
Introducing the Web Configurator ........................................................................................ 29
2.1 Web Configurator Overview ................................................................................................. 29
2.2 Accessing the P-330W Web Configurator ........................................................................... 29
2.2.1 Resetting the P-330W ................................................................................................ 30
2.2.2 Navigating the P-330W Web Configurator ................................................................. 30
2.2.3 Navigation Panel ........................................................................................................ 31
Part II: Tutorials and Wizard.................................................................. 33
Chapter 3
Tutorials ................................................................................................................................... 35
3.1 Connect to the Wireless Network ........................................................................................ 35
3.1.1 Connecting to a Wireless LAN ................................................................................... 35

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Chapter 4
Wizard Setup ........................................................................................................................... 39
4.1 Wizard Setup Overview ....................................................................................................... 39
4.2 Wizard Setup: Screen 2 ....................................................................................................... 39
4.2.1 DHCP Client ............................................................................................................... 39
4.2.2 Static IP ...................................................................................................................... 39
4.2.3 PPPoE Encapsulation ................................................................................................ 40
4.2.4 PPTP Encapsulation .................................................................................................. 41
4.2.5 L2TP Encapsulation ................................................................................................... 42
4.3 Wizard Setup: Screen 3 ....................................................................................................... 43
4.4 Wizard Setup: Screen 4 ....................................................................................................... 44
4.4.1 No Encryption ............................................................................................................. 45
4.4.2 WEP Encryption ......................................................................................................... 45
4.4.3 WPA ........................................................................................................................... 46
4.4.4 WPA2 (AES) ...............................................................................................................46
4.4.5 WPA2 Mixed ...............................................................................................................47
4.5 Basic Setup Complete ......................................................................................................... 48
Part III: Advanced................................................................................... 49
Chapter 5
System Screens ...................................................................................................................... 51
5.1 Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................................... 51
5.2 Operation Mode ................................................................................................................... 51
5.3 LAN ...................................................................................................................................... 52
5.3.1 DHCP Setup ...............................................................................................................52
5.3.2 IP Pool Setup ............................................................................................................. 52
5.3.3 System DNS Servers ................................................................................................. 52
5.3.4 LAN TCP/IP ................................................................................................................ 52
5.3.5 Factory LAN Defaults ................................................................................................. 52
5.3.6 IP Address and Subnet Mask ..................................................................................... 53
5.3.7 Configuring IP ............................................................................................................ 53
5.4 Configuring Password ......................................................................................................... 54
5.5 Status Screen ...................................................................................................................... 55
Chapter 6
Wireless ................................................................................................................................... 57
6.1 Wireless LAN Overview ....................................................................................................... 57
6.1.1 IBSS ........................................................................................................................... 57
6.1.2 BSS ............................................................................................................................ 57
6.1.3 ESS ............................................................................................................................ 58

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6.1.4 RTS/CTS ................................................................................................................... 59
6.2 Configuring Wireless ........................................................................................................... 60
6.3 Basic Settings ...................................................................................................................... 60
6.4 Wireless Advanced Settings ................................................................................................ 61
6.4.1 Authentication ............................................................................................................ 61
6.4.2 Preamble Type ........................................................................................................... 62
6.4.3 Quality of Service (QoS) ............................................................................................ 63
6.5 Site Survey .......................................................................................................................... 64
6.6 Wireless Security Overview .................................................................................................64
6.7 Security Parameters Summary ............................................................................................ 66
6.7.1 WEP Overview ........................................................................................................... 66
6.7.2 Data Encryption .........................................................................................................66
6.7.3 Configuring WEP Encryption ...................................................................................... 66
6.7.4 Introduction to WPA ................................................................................................... 69
6.7.5 Introduction to WPA2 ................................................................................................. 70
6.7.6 Configuring WPA-PSK Authentication ........................................................................ 70
6.7.7 Introduction to RADIUS ............................................................................................. 72
6.7.8 Configuring WPA Authentication ................................................................................ 74
6.8 WDS Settings ...................................................................................................................... 76
6.9 Wireless Trusted Stations .................................................................................................... 77
6.10 WPS .................................................................................................................................. 78
6.11 Push Button Configuration .................................................................................................78
6.11.1 WPS Setup Using a PIN ........................................................................................... 79
6.11.2 How WPS Works ...................................................................................................... 81
6.11.3 Limitations of WPS ................................................................................................... 83
Chapter 7
Advanced Options .................................................................................................................. 85
7.1 Access Control .................................................................................................................... 85
7.2 Dynamic DNS ...................................................................................................................... 86
7.3 Configuring Dynamic DNS ................................................................................................... 87
7.4 DMZ ..................................................................................................................................... 88
7.5 Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding) ........................................................................................ 88
7.5.1 Configuring Servers Behind SUA (Example) ............................................................. 89
7.5.2 Configuring Virtual Servers ........................................................................................ 89
7.6 Special Applications ............................................................................................................. 91
7.7 WAN Port ............................................................................................................................. 91
7.7.1 Static IP Encapsulation .............................................................................................. 92
7.7.2 DHCP IP Encapsulation ............................................................................................. 93
7.7.3 PPPoE Encapsulation ................................................................................................ 94
7.7.4 PPTP Encapsulation .................................................................................................. 96
7.7.5 L2TP Encapsulation ................................................................................................... 98
7.8 Ping ................................................................................................................................... 100

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7.9 DoS Setting ....................................................................................................................... 101
7.10 Diagnostics ...................................................................................................................... 102
Chapter 8
Administrator Options..........................................................................................................105
8.1 Remote Management ........................................................................................................ 105
8.2 Configuration Screen ......................................................................................................... 105
8.2.1 Backup Config .......................................................................................................... 106
8.2.2 Restore Configuration ............................................................................................. 106
8.2.3 Back to Factory Defaults .......................................................................................... 107
8.3 Logs ................................................................................................................................... 107
8.4 IP Filtering ......................................................................................................................... 108
8.5 MAC Filtering ..................................................................................................................... 109
8.6 URL Filtering .......................................................................................................................110
8.7 Statistics .............................................................................................................................111
8.8 Time Zone Setting ..............................................................................................................111
8.9 Upgrade Firmware ..............................................................................................................112
Part IV: Troubleshooting and Specifications......................................115
Chapter 9
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 117
9.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs .........................................................................117
9.2 P-330W Access and Login .................................................................................................118
9.3 Wireless LAN Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 120
9.4 Reset the P-330W to Its Factory Defaults ........................................................................ 121
9.4.1 Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions ............................................. 121
Chapter 10
Product Specifications .........................................................................................................123
10.1 General P-330W Specifications ....................................................................................... 123
10.2 Wall-mounting Instructions .............................................................................................. 125
10.3 Power Adaptor Specifications .......................................................................................... 127
Part V: Appendices and Index ............................................................ 129
Appendix A Setting up Your Computer’s IP Address............................................................ 131
Appendix B Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions ...................................... 153
Appendix C IP Addresses and Subnetting ...........................................................................161

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Appendix D Wireless LANs .................................................................................................. 171
Appendix E Open Software Announcements ....................................................................... 185
Appendix F Legal Information .............................................................................................. 195
Appendix G Customer Support ............................................................................................ 199
Index....................................................................................................................................... 205

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List of Figures
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List of Figures
Figure 1 Secure Internet Access with the P-330W ................................................................................. 25
Figure 2 Wireless LAN Application ......................................................................................................... 26
Figure 3 LEDs ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Figure 4 The MAIN MENU Screen of the Web Configurator .................................................................. 30
Figure 5 ZyXEL Utility: Security Settings ............................................................................................... 36
Figure 6 ZyXEL Utility: Confirm Save ..................................................................................................... 37
Figure 7 ZyXEL Utility: Link Info ............................................................................................................ 37
Figure 8 Wizard 2: DHCP Client Encapsulation ..................................................................................... 39
Figure 9 Wizard 2: Static IP Encapsulation ............................................................................................ 40
Figure 10 Wizard 2: PPPoE Encapsulation ............................................................................................ 41
Figure 11 Wizard 2: PPTP Encapsulation ............................................................................................... 42
Figure 12 Wizard 2: L2TP Encapsulation ............................................................................................... 43
Figure 13 Wizard 3: Wireless LAN Basic Setup ..................................................................................... 44
Figure 14 Wizard 4: Wireless LAN Setup: WEP Security ....................................................................... 45
Figure 15 Wizard 4: Wireless LAN Setup: WPA Security ....................................................................... 46
Figure 16 Wizard 4: Wireless LAN Setup: WPA2 Security ..................................................................... 47
Figure 17 Wizard 4: Wireless LAN Setup: WPA2 Security ..................................................................... 47
Figure 18 System Screen Menu Options ................................................................................................ 51
Figure 19 Operation Mode Setup .......................................................................................................... 51
Figure 20 LAN IP Setup .......................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 21 Password ................................................................................................................................ 54
Figure 22 Status ..................................................................................................................................... 55
Figure 23 IBSS (Ad-hoc) Wireless LAN .................................................................................................. 57
Figure 24 Basic Service set .................................................................................................................... 58
Figure 25 Extended Service Set ............................................................................................................. 59
Figure 26 RTS/CTS ............................................................................................................................... 59
Figure 27 The Wireless Options Screen ................................................................................................ 60
Figure 28 Wireless: Basic Settings ........................................................................................................ 60
Figure 29 WEP Authentication Steps ..................................................................................................... 62
Figure 30 Wireless: Advanced Settings ................................................................................................. 63
Figure 31 Wireless: Site Survey ............................................................................................................. 64
Figure 32 P-330W Wireless Security Levels .......................................................................................... 64
Figure 33 Wireless Security Setup: No Security ..................................................................................... 65
Figure 34 Wireless Security Setup: WEP Encryption ............................................................................ 67
Figure 35 Wireless Security Setup: WEP Encryption ............................................................................ 68
Figure 36 WPA - PSK Authentication ..................................................................................................... 70
Figure 37 Wireless Security Setup: WPA-PSK ....................................................................................... 71
Figure 38 EAP Authentication ................................................................................................................ 73

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Figure 39 WPA with RADIUS Application Example ................................................................................ 74
Figure 40 Wireless Security Setup: WPA With RADIUS ......................................................................... 75
Figure 41 Wireless: WDS Settings ......................................................................................................... 76
Figure 42 Wireless: Trusted Stations MAC Address Filter ...................................................................... 77
Figure 43 Wireless: WPS ....................................................................................................................... 80
Figure 44 How WPS works ..................................................................................................................... 81
Figure 45 WPS: Example Network Step 1 .............................................................................................. 82
Figure 46 WPS: Example Network Step 2 .............................................................................................. 82
Figure 47 WPS: Example Network Step 3 .............................................................................................. 83
Figure 48 The Advanced Menu Options ................................................................................................. 85
Figure 49 Advanced: Access Control ..................................................................................................... 86
Figure 50 Advanced: Dynamic DNS ....................................................................................................... 87
Figure 51 Advanced: DMZ ...................................................................................................................... 88
Figure 52 Multiple Servers Behind NAT Example ..................................................................................89
Figure 53 Advanced: Virtual Servers ...................................................................................................... 90
Figure 54 Advanced: Special Applications ............................................................................................. 91
Figure 55 Advanced: WAN Static IP Encapsulation ............................................................................... 92
Figure 56 Advanced: WAN DHCP IP Encapsulation .............................................................................. 93
Figure 57 Advanced: WAN PPPoE Encapsulation ................................................................................. 95
Figure 58 Advanced: WAN PPTP Encapsulation ................................................................................... 97
Figure 59 Advanced: WAN L2TP Encapsulation .................................................................................... 99
Figure 60 Advanced: Ping .................................................................................................................... 100
Figure 61 Advanced: DoS .................................................................................................................... 102
Figure 62 Advanced: Diagnostic ........................................................................................................... 103
Figure 63 Administrator: Remote Management .................................................................................... 105
Figure 64 Administrator: Configuration File .......................................................................................... 106
Figure 65 Temporarily Disconnected .................................................................................................... 106
Figure 66 Administrator: Logs .............................................................................................................. 107
Figure 67 Administrator: IP Filtering ..................................................................................................... 108
Figure 68 Administrator: MAC Filtering ................................................................................................ 109
Figure 69 Administrator: URL Filtering ..................................................................................................110
Figure 70 Administrator: Statistics .........................................................................................................111
Figure 71 Administrator: Time Zone Setting ..........................................................................................112
Figure 72 Administrator: Upgrade Firmware .........................................................................................113
Figure 73 Upload Warning .....................................................................................................................113
Figure 74 Network Temporarily Disconnected .......................................................................................114
Figure 75 Wall-mounting Example ........................................................................................................ 126
Figure 76 Masonry Plug and M4 Tap Screw ......................................................................................... 126
Figure 77 WIndows 95/98/Me: Network: Configuration ........................................................................ 132
Figure 78 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: IP Address ............................................................ 133
Figure 79 Windows 95/98/Me: TCP/IP Properties: DNS Configuration ................................................ 134
Figure 80 Windows XP: Start Menu ...................................................................................................... 135
Figure 81 Windows XP: Control Panel ................................................................................................. 135

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Figure 82 Windows XP: Control Panel: Network Connections: Properties ........................................... 136
Figure 83 Windows XP: Local Area Connection Properties ................................................................. 136
Figure 84 Windows XP: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties ............................................................ 137
Figure 85 Windows XP: Advanced TCP/IP Properties ......................................................................... 138
Figure 86 Windows XP: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties ............................................................ 139
Figure 87 Windows Vista: Start Menu ................................................................................................... 140
Figure 88 Windows Vista: Control Panel .............................................................................................. 140
Figure 89 Windows Vista: Network And Internet ..................................................................................140
Figure 90 Windows Vista: Network and Sharing Center ....................................................................... 140
Figure 91 Windows Vista: Network and Sharing Center ....................................................................... 141
Figure 92 Windows Vista: Local Area Connection Properties .............................................................. 141
Figure 93 Windows Vista: Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties ..................................... 142
Figure 94 Windows Vista: Advanced TCP/IP Properties ...................................................................... 143
Figure 95 Windows Vista: Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties ..................................... 144
Figure 96 Macintosh OS 8/9: Apple Menu ............................................................................................ 145
Figure 97 Macintosh OS 8/9: TCP/IP ................................................................................................... 145
Figure 98 Macintosh OS X: Apple Menu .............................................................................................. 146
Figure 99 Macintosh OS X: Network .................................................................................................... 147
Figure 100 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: Devices ......................................................... 148
Figure 101 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Ethernet Device: General .................................................................. 148
Figure 102 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: DNS ............................................................... 149
Figure 103 Red Hat 9.0: KDE: Network Configuration: Activate ........................................................ 149
Figure 104 Red Hat 9.0: Dynamic IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0 ............................................... 150
Figure 105 Red Hat 9.0: Static IP Address Setting in ifconfig-eth0 ................................................... 150
Figure 106 Red Hat 9.0: DNS Settings in resolv.conf ........................................................................ 150
Figure 107 Red Hat 9.0: Restart Ethernet Card ................................................................................. 150
Figure 108 Red Hat 9.0: Checking TCP/IP Properties ....................................................................... 151
Figure 109 Pop-up Blocker ................................................................................................................... 153
Figure 110 Internet Options: Privacy .................................................................................................... 154
Figure 111 Internet Options: Privacy ..................................................................................................... 155
Figure 112 Pop-up Blocker Settings ..................................................................................................... 155
Figure 113 Internet Options: Security ................................................................................................... 156
Figure 114 Security Settings - Java Scripting ....................................................................................... 157
Figure 115 Security Settings - Java ...................................................................................................... 157
Figure 116 Java (Sun) .......................................................................................................................... 158
Figure 117 Mozilla Firefox: Tools > Options .......................................................................................... 159
Figure 118 Mozilla Firefox Content Security ......................................................................................... 159
Figure 119 Network Number and Host ID ............................................................................................. 162
Figure 120 Subnetting Example: Before Subnetting ............................................................................ 164
Figure 121 Subnetting Example: After Subnetting ............................................................................... 165
Figure 122 Conflicting Computer IP Addresses Example .................................................................... 169
Figure 123 Conflicting Computer IP Addresses Example .................................................................... 169
Figure 124 Conflicting Computer and Router IP Addresses Example .................................................. 170

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Figure 125 Peer-to-Peer Communication in an Ad-hoc Network ......................................................... 171
Figure 126 Basic Service Set ............................................................................................................... 172
Figure 127 Infrastructure WLAN ........................................................................................................... 173
Figure 128 RTS/CTS ........................................................................................................................... 174
Figure 129 WPA(2) with RADIUS Application Example ....................................................................... 181
Figure 130 WPA(2)-PSK Authentication ............................................................................................... 182