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ZyXEL Communications AMG1302-T11C User Manual

ZyXEL Communications AMG1302-T11C
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AMG1302-T11C
Wireless N ADSL2+ Gateway
Version 3.00(ABCG.0)
Edition 1, 03/2016
Copyright © 2016 ZyXEL Communications Corporation
User’s Guide
Default Login Details
LAN IP Address http://192.168.1.1
User Name admin
Password 1234

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ZyXEL Communications AMG1302-T11C Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency band2.4 GHz
Dynamic DNS (DDNS)Yes
Networking standardsIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100 Mbit/s
Security algorithms64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, IPSEC, SNMP, WPA, WPA2, WPS, WPS-PIN
WAN connectionADSL (RJ-11)
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports4
SafetyEN 60950-1
CertificationCE
LED indicatorsDSL, LAN, Power, WLAN, WPS
Power consumption (typical)4.9 W
Package weight324 g
Storage temperature (T-T)-30 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Cables includedPhone (RJ-11)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight186 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)158 x 114.5 x 22 mm

Summary

PART I User’s Guide

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

Provides a general overview of the AMG1302-T11C ADSL2+ router's features and capabilities.

1.5 LED (Lights)

Details the labels and descriptions of the LEDs on the AMG1302-T11C for status indication.

1.6 Using the WPS Button

Explains how to use the WPS button for quick and secure wireless connection setup.

1.7 The RESET Button

Describes how to use the RESET button to restore factory default configurations.

CHAPTER 2 Introducing the Web Configurator

Introduces the web configurator as an HTML-based interface for device setup and management.

2.2 The Web Configurator Layout

Describes the layout of the web configurator interface, divided into title bar, main window, and navigation panel.

CHAPTER 3 Quick Start Wizard

Guides through the initial setup process using the Quick Start Wizard for Internet and wireless configuration.

CHAPTER 4 Tutorials

Introduces the chapter's tutorials on using various features of the AMG1302-T11C.

4.3 IPv6 Address Configuration

Explains how to configure IPv6 address assignment, including automatic and DHCPv6 options.

4.4 Setting Up a Secure Wireless Network

Guides on setting up a secure wireless network using WPS or manual configuration.

4.5 Configuring the MAC Address Filter for Restricting Wireless Internet Access

Explains how to configure MAC address filtering to restrict wireless internet access for specific devices.

4.6 Setting Up NAT Forwarding for a Game Server

Details how to set up NAT forwarding for a game server to make it accessible from the Internet.

4.7 Configuring Firewall Rules to Allow a Specified Service

Explains how to configure firewall rules to allow specific traffic from WAN to LAN based on port numbers.

4.8 Configuring Static Route for Routing to Another Network

Explains how to configure static routing rules to extend the intranet and control traffic flow between networks.

4.9 Port Binding Configuration

Describes how to configure port binding for WAN connections with different ATM QoS settings for traffic prioritization.

4.10 Configuring QoS to Prioritize Traffic

Tutorial on configuring QoS to prioritize specific traffic types, like email, by assigning queues and priorities.

4.11 Access the AMG1302-T11C from the Internet Using DDNS

Explains how to use Dynamic DNS (DDNS) to access the device from the Internet using a domain name.

PART II Technical Reference

CHAPTER 5 Connection Status and System Info Screens

Introduces the Connection Status and System Info screens for monitoring network status and device resources.

5.3 The System Info Screen

Guides on accessing the System Info screen to view device status, system resources, and interface details.

CHAPTER 6 Broadband

Introduces the Broadband screens for configuring Internet access and WAN settings.

6.2 The Internet Connection Screen

Explains how to use this screen to change the device's WAN settings for Internet access.

6.3 The More Connections Screen

Explains how to configure additional Internet access connections beyond the primary WAN connection.

6.4 WAN Technical Reference

Provides technical background information on WAN topics, including encapsulation and PPPoE.

6.5 Traffic Shaping

Explains traffic shaping for regulating data transmission rates and fluctuations over ATM networks.

CHAPTER 7 Wireless LAN

Introduces tasks for setting up and optimizing wireless networks, including security and advanced features.

7.2 The General Screen

Explains how to enable Wireless LAN, enter SSID, and select the wireless security mode.

7.2.2 Basic (WEP Encryption)

Explains WEP encryption for private network communications and its configuration.

7.2.3 More Secure (WPA(2)-PSK)

Details WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK security modes for improved data encryption and user authentication.

7.3 The More/guest AP Screen

Allows enabling and configuring multiple Basic Service Sets (BSSs) for creating guest or multiple wireless networks.

7.4 The MAC Authentication Screen

Allows configuration to grant exclusive access (Allow) or deny access (Deny) to specific devices using MAC addresses.

7.5 The WPS Screen

Guides on configuring WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for easy and secure wireless network setup between devices.

7.6 The WDS Screen

Explains how to set up Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to wirelessly connect wired network segments via other APs.

7.7 The WMM Screen

Describes enabling WiFi MultiMedia (WMM) and WMM Power Save for quality of service in wireless networks.

7.8 The Scheduling Screen

Allows scheduling the wireless LAN to disable on certain days and times, viewing wireless scheduling rules.

7.9 The Advanced Screen

Allows configuration of advanced wireless settings, with references to detailed term definitions.

7.10 Wireless LAN Technical Reference

Provides in-depth discussion of wireless LANs and references to appendix information.

7.10.3 Wireless Security Overview

Explains the importance of wireless security for protecting data and ensuring authorized access.

7.10.3.2 MAC Address Filter

Explains using MAC address filters to allow or deny specific devices access to the wireless network.

7.10.8 WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)

Introduces WPS as an easy method to set up secure wireless networks, working between two WPS-compatible devices.

7.10.8.5 Limitations of WPS

Outlines limitations of WPS, such as working only with WPS-enabled devices and pairwise connections.

CHAPTER 8 Home Networking

Introduces LAN screens for configuring LAN DHCP server and managing IP addresses.

8.2 The LAN Setup Screen

Guides on setting the Local Area Network IP address, subnet mask, and advanced networking settings.

8.3 The Static DHCP Screen

Allows assigning IP addresses to specific computers on the LAN based on their MAC addresses using static DHCP entries.

8.4 The IP Alias Screen

Enables partitioning a physical network into logical networks over the same Ethernet interface using IP alias.

8.5 The UPnP Screen

Allows enabling or disabling the UPnP function for simple peer-to-peer network connectivity between devices.

8.7 Home Networking Technical Reference

Provides technical background information on LAN topics, including LANs, WANs, DHCP, DNS, RIP, and Multicast.

8.7.3 DNS Server Addresses

Explains DNS server addresses and how they are provided by ISPs or conveyed via IPCP for name resolution.

CHAPTER 9 Static Route

Introduces static routes for sending data to devices not reachable through the default gateway.

9.2 The Static Route Screen

Guides on viewing and configuring IP static routes on the device using the Static Route screen.

9.3 IPv6 Static Route

Guides on viewing and configuring IPv6 static route rules using the IPv6 Static Route screen.

CHAPTER 10 Quality of Service (QoS)

Introduces QoS for traffic management, grouping and prioritizing application traffic for better network performance.

10.2 The Quality of Service General Screen

Guides on enabling QoS and setting the upstream bandwidth by accessing the General screen.

10.3 The Queue Screen

Allows configuring QoS queue assignment disciplines and priorities for traffic management.

10.4 The Class Setup Screen

Allows adding, editing, or deleting QoS classifiers to group traffic based on specific criteria for prioritization.

10.5 The QoS Game List Screen

Allows giving priority to traffic for specific games by enabling the game list for QoS.

10.6 QoS Technical Reference

Provides technical background on QoS, including IEEE 802.1p and IP Precedence for traffic prioritization.

CHAPTER 11 Network Address Translation (NAT)

Introduces NAT configuration for translating IP addresses to allow network access.

11.2 The NAT General Screen

Guides on activating NAT for the default WAN connection (PVC0) and notes on IP filter rules.

11.3 The Port Forwarding Screen

Explains how to forward incoming service requests to local network servers by specifying ports and IP addresses.

11.4 The DMZ Screen

Allows configuring a default server IP address to receive packets for ports not specified in NAT Port Forwarding.

11.5 The ALG Screen

Enables and disables the SIP (VoIP) ALG to allow SIP calls to pass through NAT by examining IP addresses.

11.6 NAT Technical Reference

Provides technical background information on NAT, including definitions and how NAT works.

11.6.5 NAT Mapping Types

Explains the five types of IP/port mapping supported by NAT: One-to-One, Many-to-One, Many-to-Many Overload, Many-to-Many No Overload, and Server.

CHAPTER 12 Port Binding

Introduces port binding settings for aggregating port connections into logical groups.

12.2 The Port Binding Screen

Guides on enabling port binding and setting up port binding groups by selecting WAN PVCs, Ethernet ports, and WLANs.

12.2.1 Port Binding Summary Screen

Allows viewing configured port binding groups by clicking the Port Binding Summary button.

CHAPTER 13 Dynamic DNS Setup

Introduces Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for updating dynamic IP addresses to allow access via a domain name.

13.2 The Dynamic DNS Screen

Guides on changing the device's DDNS settings by accessing the Dynamic DNS screen.

CHAPTER 14 Filters

Introduces filter types supported by the device, focusing on MAC address filtering to restrict traffic.

14.2 The Filter Screen

Guides on creating and applying MAC filters by clicking Security > Filter.

CHAPTER 15 Firewall

Explains how to enable the firewall to protect the device and network from Internet attacks.

15.2 The Firewall General Screen

Guides on selecting the firewall protection level on the device by accessing the General screen.

15.3 The Default Action Screen

Allows setting the default action (Drop, Reject, Permit) for packets not matching any firewall rules.

15.4 The Rules Screen

Displays a list of configured firewall rules and guides on adding, editing, or removing rules.

15.4.2 Customized Services

Guides on configuring customized services and port numbers not predefined, using Edit Customized Services.

15.5 The DoS Screen

Allows enabling DoS protection to drop sessions that surpass maximum thresholds, protecting against DoS attacks.

15.5.1 The DoS Advanced Screen

Explains DoS thresholds and factors influencing their values for protecting against attacks.

15.6 Firewall Technical Reference

Provides technical background on firewall rules, packet directions, and security guidelines.

15.6.4 Triangle Route

Explains the "triangle route" problem occurring with alternate gateways and its impact on network traffic.

CHAPTER 16 Parental Control

Introduces parental control for blocking websites by URL and defining time periods for specific users.

16.2 The Parental Control Screen

Guides on enabling parental control, viewing rules, and schedules via the Parental Control screen.

16.2.1 Add/Edit Parental Control Rule

Guides on adding or editing parental control rules, including restricted access schedules and URL filtering.

CHAPTER 17 Certificate

Introduces certificates for user authentication based on public-private key pairs and identity verification.

17.4 The Trusted CA Screen

Allows viewing a summary list of trusted certification authorities' certificates for accepting as trustworthy.

17.5 Trusted CA Import

Guides on importing trusted certification authority certificates via the Import Certificate screen.

17.6 View Certificate

Allows viewing certificate details, changing names, and checking revocation lists before trusting issued certificates.

CHAPTER 18 Logs

Explains logging categories, displaying logs, and sending them to administrators or syslog servers.

18.2 The System Log Screen

Guides on viewing system logs by selecting categories and severity levels, with options to refresh, clear, export, or email logs.

CHAPTER 19 Traffic Status

Introduces Traffic Status screens for monitoring network traffic and statistics of WAN, LAN, and NAT.

19.2 The WAN Status Screen

Explains how to view WAN traffic statistics, including sent/received bytes and packets, and refresh interval.

19.3 The LAN Status Screen

Guides on viewing LAN traffic statistics for interfaces like LAN1-LAN4 and Wireless, including sent/received packets and bytes.

19.4 The NAT Screen

Allows viewing the NAT status of the device's clients, including device name, IP address, MAC address, and open sessions.

CHAPTER 20 User Account

Explains how to configure the system password for the admin account in the User Account screen.

CHAPTER 21 TR-069 Client

Introduces TR-069 for managing the device via a management server like ZyXEL's Vantage Access.

CHAPTER 22 System Settings

Introduces configuring system-related settings, such as inactivity timeout interval.

CHAPTER 23 Time Setting

Introduces configuring system time and date based on the local time zone.

CHAPTER 24 Log Setting

Explains configuring where the device sends logs and which logs/alerts it records in the Log Setting screen.

CHAPTER 25 Firmware Upgrade

Explains how to upload new firmware to upgrade the device's performance.

CHAPTER 26 Backup/Restore and Reboot

Introduces backing up/restoring configurations and rebooting the device remotely.

26.3 The Reboot Screen

Explains how to reboot the device remotely without turning off the power via the Reboot screen.

CHAPTER 27 Remote Management

Introduces remote management to determine which services/protocols can access the device from computers.

27.2 The Remote MGMT Screen

Guides on configuring which interfaces and services can access the device, specifying port numbers for connections.

27.3 The SNMP Screen

Explains SNMP for exchanging management information between network devices, supporting various SNMP versions.

27.4 The Trust Domain Screen

Allows viewing and configuring a list of public IP addresses allowed to access the device through configured services.

CHAPTER 28 Diagnostic

Introduces diagnostic screens that display information to help identify device problems.

28.2 The General Screen

Guides on pinging an IP address to test connections using the Ping screen within the Diagnostic menu.

28.3 The DSL Line Screen

Guides on viewing DSL line statistics and resetting the ADSL line via the DSL Line screen.

CHAPTER 29 Troubleshooting

Offers suggestions to solve potential problems categorized into power, connections, LEDs, access, and internet issues.

29.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs

Addresses issues with the device not turning on, LEDs not behaving as expected, and cable connections.

29.2 AMG1302-T11C Access and Login

Provides solutions for forgetting the IP address or password, and issues accessing the web configurator login screen.

29.3 Internet Access

Offers solutions for not being able to access the Internet, slow or intermittent connections, and wireless client settings.

APPENDIX A Customer Support

APPENDIX B Setting up Your Computer’s IP Address

Introduction to IP Addresses

Introduces IP addresses, network numbers, host IDs, and the structure of IP addresses.

Subnet Masks

Explains subnet masks, their use in determining network and host IDs, and their binary and decimal notation.

Subnetting

Explains subnetting to divide a network into multiple sub-networks and provides an example of before subnetting.

Configuring IP Addresses

Guides on obtaining network numbers and selecting IP addresses based on ISP or administrator assignments.

APPENDIX C IP Addresses and Subnetting

Introduction to IP Addresses

Introduces IP addresses, network numbers, host IDs, and the structure of IP addresses.

Subnet Masks

Explains subnet masks, their use in determining network and host IDs, and their binary and decimal notation.

Subnetting

Explains subnetting to divide a network into multiple sub-networks and provides an example of before subnetting.

Configuring IP Addresses

Guides on obtaining network numbers and selecting IP addresses based on ISP or administrator assignments.

APPENDIX D Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions

Internet Explorer Pop-up Blockers

Explains how to disable or allow pop-up blocking in Internet Explorer for accessing the web configurator.

Disable Pop-up Blockers

Provides steps to turn off the pop-up blocker in Internet Explorer via Tools > Pop-up Blocker.

Enable Pop-up Blockers with Exceptions

Guides on allowing pop-up windows with exceptions in Internet Explorer by adding device IP addresses to allowed sites.

JavaScripts

Explains how to allow JavaScripts in Internet Explorer's options to ensure proper display of web configurator pages.

Java Permissions

Guides on enabling Java permissions in Internet Explorer's security settings for proper web configurator functionality.

JAVA (Sun)

Instructs on ensuring Java 2 for applets is selected in Internet Explorer's Advanced tab for the Java (Sun) settings.

APPENDIX E Wireless LANs

Wireless LAN Topologies

Discusses ad-hoc and infrastructure wireless LAN topologies, including peer-to-peer communication.

Ad-hoc Wireless LAN Configuration

Explains ad-hoc WLAN configuration where computers with wireless adapters form an independent network.

BSS

Defines Basic Service Set (BSS) where communications go through one access point (AP).

ESS

Defines Extended Service Set (ESS) as overlapping BSSs connected by a wired network, forming an Infrastructure WLAN.

Channel

Explains wireless channels, their frequencies, and how to select channels to reduce interference from adjacent APs.

RTS/CTS

Discusses RTS/CTS to prevent collisions due to hidden nodes by defining data frame size for handshake.

Fragmentation Threshold

Defines Fragmentation Threshold as the maximum data fragment size before the AP fragments the packet.

Preamble Type

Explains Preamble types (short/long) used for signaling data and their impact on performance and communication.

IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN

Discusses IEEE 802.11g compatibility, data rates, and modulation, noting compatibility with 802.11b.

Wireless Security Overview

Explains wireless security methods like data encryption, client authentication, MAC filtering, and hiding identity.

Types of EAP Authentication

Discusses EAP authentication types like EAP-MD5, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, PEAP, and LEAP for user authentication.

WPA and WPA2

Compares WPA and WPA2 standards, highlighting improved encryption, authentication, and key management over WEP.

Encryption

Explains how WPA improves data encryption using TKIP, MIC, and IEEE 802.1x, and WPA2 using AES.

WPA(2)-PSK Application Example

Illustrates WPA(2)-PSK application where identical passwords (PSK) are used for AP and clients for network access.

Security Parameters Summary

Provides a table summarizing security parameters for authentication methods, key management, and manual key entry.

Antenna Overview

Explains antenna function in coupling RF signals, propagation, and capturing signals for wireless LANs.

Antenna Characteristics

Covers antenna characteristics like Frequency, Radiation Pattern, and Antenna Gain influencing signal range and performance.

Types of Antennas for WLAN

Describes Omni-directional and Directional antennas used for WLAN applications and their coverage patterns.

Positioning Antennas

Provides guidelines for positioning antennas for optimal wireless LAN performance, considering height and obstructions.

APPENDIX F IPv6

Overview

Introduces IPv6, designed to enhance IP address size and features with 128-bit addresses.

IPv6 Addressing

Explains IPv6 address format, hexadecimal blocks, and abbreviation methods for addresses.

Prefix and Prefix Length

Explains IPv6 address prefix and prefix length, similar to IPv4 subnet masks, for representing network addresses.

Link-local Address

Defines link-local addresses for unique device identification on the LAN, similar to private IPv4 IP addresses.

Multicast Address

Explains IPv6 multicast addresses, their functionality similar to IPv4 broadcast, and scope determination.

Stateless Autoconfiguration

Explains stateless autoconfiguration for unique IPv6 address generation without a DHCP server.

DHCP Relay Agent

Explains DHCP Relay Agent's role in forwarding messages between DHCP clients and servers on different networks.

Prefix Delegation

Enables IPv6 router to use ISP-received IPv6 prefix for LAN, passing prefix info to hosts via Router Advertisements.

ICMPv6

Defines ICMPv6 for reporting errors and performing diagnostics like "ping" in IPv6 networks.

Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP)

Explains NDP for discovering IPv6 devices, tracking neighbor reachability, and using ICMPv6 messages.

IPv6 Cache

Describes how IPv6 hosts maintain caches for neighbors, destinations, prefixes, and default routers.

Transition Techniques

Discusses techniques for routing traffic between IPv6 networks over IPv4, including configured and 6to4 tunnels.

IPv6 Over IPv4 Tunnelling

Explains routing IPv6 traffic over IPv4 networks using configured tunnels or automatic 6to4 tunnels.

6to4 Tunnel

Describes 6to4 tunnels for automatic connection between IPv6 networks across IPv4, including address format and relay routers.

Example - Enabling IPv6 on Windows XP/2003/Vista

Shows how to enable IPv6 using the `ipv6 install` command and check addresses with `ipconfig`.

Example - Enabling DHCPv6 on Windows XP

Guides on installing and enabling a DHCPv6 client like Dibbler on Windows XP for IPv6 address assignment.

Example - Enabling IPv6 on Windows 7

Explains how to enable IPv6 and DHCPv6 on Windows 7 via Control Panel, Network and Sharing Center.

APPENDIX G Services

Name, Protocol, Port(s), Description

Lists commonly used services, their protocols, port numbers, and descriptions for network applications.

APPENDIX H Legal Information

Copyright

States the copyright information and content reproduction restrictions by ZyXEL Communications Corporation.

Disclaimer

Disclaims ZyXEL's liability for product application or use, and reserves rights for product changes without notice.

Regulatory Notice and Statement

Provides FCC EMC and Radiation Exposure statements for products used in the USA area.

ZyXEL Limited Warranty

Details the limited warranty terms, period, and conditions for product repair or replacement.

Open Source Licenses

Informs about free software under GPL license terms and provides contact for source code acquisition.

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