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ZyXEL Communications EX5601-T0 User Manual

ZyXEL Communications EX5601-T0
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User’s Guide
AX/DX/EX/PX Series
Copyright © 2023 Zyxel and/or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved.
LAN IP Address http://192.168.1.1
Login admin
Password See the device label
Version 5.15-5.70 Ed 10, 8/2023

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications EX5601-T0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product TypeWireless Router
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
USB Ports1 x USB 3.0
Security ProtocolsWPA3
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz

Summary

Chapter 1: Introducing the Zyxel Device

1.1 Overview

Introduces the Zyxel Device models and their features.

File Sharing

Explains how to create a shared folder on a USB device for access by others.

Chapter 2: Hardware

2.1 Hardware

Describes the front and rear panels for each Zyxel Device model.

2.2 LED Indicators Panel

Shows the Zyxel Device LED indicators panel and their behaviors.

2.3 Ports Panel

Shows the Zyxel Device ports panel and connection ports.

2.3.9 Transceiver Installation/Removal

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and removing SFP transceivers.

2.3.10 WPS Button

Explains how to use the WPS button for quick WiFi connection setup.

2.3.11 RESET Button

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

Chapter 3: Web Configurator

3.1 Overview

Introduces the Web Configurator as an HTML-based management interface.

3.1.1 Access the Web Configurator

Provides steps to connect to the administrative Web Configurator.

Chapter 4: Quick Start

4.1 Quick Start Overview

Introduces the Wizard screens for configuring time zone and WiFi settings.

4.2 Quick Start Setup

Guides users through the initial setup using the Wizard screens.

4.3 Quick Start Setup – Time Zone

Explains how to select the correct time zone for the Zyxel Device.

4.4 Quick Start Setup – Internet Connection

Describes how the Zyxel Device detects and displays Internet connection status.

4.4.2 Unsuccessful Internet Connection

Provides troubleshooting steps for detecting a WAN connection issue.

4.5 Quick Start Setup – WiFi

Guides on turning WiFi on/off, recording WiFi Name and Password.

Chapter 5: Web Interface Tutorials

5.1 Web Interface Overview

Introduces how to use the Zyxel Device's various features via the web interface.

5.2 Wired Network Setup

Shows how to set up DSL or Ethernet Internet connection using Broadband screens.

5.2.1 Setting Up a DSL Connection

Guides on setting up a DSL Internet connection using the Web Configurator.

5.2.2 Setting Up an Ethernet Connection

Explains how to connect to the Internet through an Ethernet connection to the WAN port.

5.3 WiFi Network Setup

Guides on setting up a WiFi network for Internet access using the Zyxel Device as an AP.

5.3.1 Changing Security on a WiFi Network

Demonstrates changing default security settings to WPA3-SAE/WPA2-PSK for enhanced security.

5.3.2 Connecting to the Zyxel Device’s WiFi Network Using WPS

Explains how to connect a WiFi device using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).

5.3.3 Setting Up a Guest Network

Details creating two WiFi networks for different user groups with separate SSIDs and security modes.

5.4.1 File Sharing

Shows how to create a shared folder on a USB device for access.

5.5 Network Security

Explains configuring firewall rules, parental control, and MAC filter.

5.5.1 Configuring a Firewall Rule

Describes enabling the firewall to protect LAN computers from Internet attacks.

5.5.2 Parental Control

Shows how to configure rules for accessing the Internet using parental control.

5.5.3 Configuring a MAC Address Filter for Wired LAN Connections

Explains using a MAC address filter to allow or deny access on the wired LAN.

5.6.2 Adding a SIP Service Provider

Provides steps to add a SIP service provider to the Zyxel Device.

5.6.3 Adding a SIP Account

Guides on configuring a SIP account and mapping it to a phone port.

5.6.4 Configuring a Phone

Explains how to configure the phone port to use the SIP account.

5.6.5 Making a VoIP Call

Provides steps to make a phone call using Voice over IP (VoIP).

5.7 Device Maintenance

Covers upgrading firmware, backing up, and restoring device configurations.

Chapter 6: App Tutorials

6.1 App Tutorials Overview

Introduces using the MPro Mesh app to manage Zyxel Devices and MPro Mesh networks.

6.3 MPro Mesh Network

Explains MPro Mesh support for WiFi network management using routers and extenders.

6.4 MPro Mesh Network Connection

Guides on connecting MPro Mesh Router with Extenders via WiFi or wired connection.

6.4.2 Setting up an MPro Mesh Router and MPro Mesh Extender with a WiFi or Wired Connection

Provides steps to set up MPro Mesh Router with an MPro Mesh Extender.

6.4.3 Setting up a non-MPro Mesh Router and MPro Mesh Extender with a Wired Connection

Describes creating an MPro Mesh network with a wired connection to extenders.

6.7 Changing the Default Home WiFi Network Name and Password

Advises changing default WiFi settings for better security and reconnection.

6.8 Blocking Internet Access at Specific Times

Uses Parental Control to configure schedule profiles limiting client Internet access.

6.11 Blocking Internet Access for Specific Clients Immediately

Explains blocking a specific client's Internet access immediately using the Pause Internet function.

6.12 Setting Up the Guest WiFi Network

Guides on setting up a separate Guest WiFi network for visitors, with its own SSID and password.

Chapter 7: Connection Status

7.1 Connection Status Overview

Explains the Connection Status screen for Internet and WiFi settings.

7.1.4 WiFi Settings

Guides on enabling/disabling the main WiFi network, checking SSIDs, and passwords.

7.2 Guest WiFi Settings

Explains enabling/disabling guest WiFi networks and checking SSIDs/passwords.

7.3 The Parental Control Screen

Allows viewing parental control profiles and enabling parental control.

7.3.1 Create a Parental Control Profile

Guides on adding devices to a profile and blocking Internet access on profile devices.

Chapter 8: Broadband

8.1 Broadband Overview

Discusses Broadband screens for configuring Zyxel Device for Internet access.

8.2 Broadband Settings for DSL Routers

Explains changing Zyxel Device Internet access settings for DSL routers.

8.2.1 Add or Edit Internet Connection

Guides on configuring a WAN connection, varying by mode, encapsulation, and IP mode.

8.3 Broadband Settings for Ethernet, AON and PON Routers

Explains changing Zyxel Device Internet access settings for Ethernet, AON, and PON routers.

8.4 Cellular Backup

Explains using a USB cellular dongle for wireless Internet access as a backup.

Chapter 9: Wireless

9.1 Wireless Overview

Describes Network Setting > Wireless screens for WiFi setup and security.

9.2 Wireless General Settings

Guides on enabling WiFi, entering SSID, and selecting WiFi security mode.

9.3 Guest/More AP Screen

Allows configuration of guest WiFi networks with varying security types and SSIDs.

9.4 MAC Authentication

Explains granting or excluding access based on MAC addresses of connected devices.

9.5 WPS

Details configuring WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick and secure WiFi connection.

Chapter 10: Home Networking

10.1 Home Networking Overview

Introduces Local Area Network (LAN) and LAN screens for DHCP server and IP management.

10.2 LAN Setup

Explains setting LAN IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP settings.

10.3 Static DHCP

Guides on assigning fixed IP addresses to LAN clients based on MAC addresses.

Chapter 11: Routing

11.1 Routing Overview

Explains how the Zyxel Device uses the default gateway and static routes.

11.2 Configure Static Route

Allows viewing and configuring static route rules for saving time and bandwidth.

11.2.1 Add or Edit Static Route

Guides on adding or editing a static route rule.

Chapter 12: Quality of Service (QoS)

12.1 QoS Overview

Defines QoS and its role in delivering data with minimum delay and controlling bandwidth.

12.3 Quality of Service General Settings

Enables QoS, sets upstream bandwidth, and assigns traffic priority.

Chapter 13: Network Address Translation (NAT)

13.1 NAT Overview

Explains NAT as IP address translation for packet routing between networks.

13.2 Port Forwarding

Forwards incoming service requests from the Internet to servers on the local network.

13.2.1 Port Forwarding

Guides on adding or editing port forwarding rules.

Chapter 14: DNS

14.1 DNS Overview

Explains DNS for mapping domain names to IP addresses and vice versa.

Chapter 18: USB Service

Chapter 19: Firewall

19.1 Firewall Overview

Explains firewall functions: protecting against attacks, controlling access.

19.3 Firewall General Settings

Allows setting the firewall security level and grouping rules by packet travel direction.

19.5 Access Control (Rules)

Displays and configures incoming or outgoing filtering rules (ACL rules).

19.6 DoS

Activates protection against Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.

Chapter 20: MAC Filter

20.1 MAC Filter Overview

Explains configuring access based on MAC addresses for wired connections.

20.2 MAC Filter

Enables MAC Address Filter and adding host name and MAC address for wired LAN clients.

20.2.1 Add New Rule

Guides on enabling or disabling filters per entry by selecting Active and specifying Host Name and MAC Address.

Chapter 21: Home Security

Chapter 22: Parental Control

22.1 Parental Control Overview

Explains limiting user Internet access and preventing access to inappropriate content.

22.2 Parental Control Schedule

Enables parental control and defines rules/schedules in a Parental Control Profile (PCP).

22.2.1 Add or Edit a Parental Control Profile

Guides on adding devices to a profile and blocking Internet access on profile devices.

22.3 Parental Control Schedule and URL Filter

Enables parental control and allows configuring restricted access schedules and URL filtering.

Chapter 23: Scheduler Rule

Chapter 25: Voice

25.1 Voice Overview

Introduces making phone calls over the Internet using VoIP technology and SIP accounts.

Chapter 26: Log

Chapter 27: Traffic Status

Chapter 30: Routing Table

Chapter 36: User Account

36.1 User Account Overview

Explains viewing settings for 'admin' and other user accounts for Zyxel Device management.

36.2 User Account

Allows creating or managing user accounts and their privileges on the Zyxel Device.

Chapter 37: Remote Management

37.1 Remote Management Overview

Explains remote management controls for accessing the Zyxel Device via interfaces and web services.

Chapter 38: SNMP

Chapter 39: Time Settings

Chapter 40: Email Notification

Chapter 41: Log Setting

41.2 Log Setting

Configures log destination (local file or remote syslog server) and log types.

Chapter 42: Firmware Upgrade

42.1 Firmware Upgrade Overview

Explains how to upload new firmware for Zyxel Device from service provider.

42.2 Firmware Upgrade

Lets users upload new firmware to Zyxel Device via HTTP.

Chapter 43: Backup/Restore

43.1 Backup/Restore Overview

Provides information on factory default settings and backup configuration.

43.2 Backup/Restore

Allows backing up and restoring Zyxel Device configurations or resetting to factory defaults.

Chapter 44: Diagnostic

44.1 Diagnostic Overview

Displays information to help identify problems with the Zyxel Device.

44.3 Diagnostic

Allows ping, traceroute, nslookup, or speed test for troubleshooting.

Chapter 45: Troubleshooting

45.1 Troubleshooting Overview

Offers suggestions to solve potential problems encountered with the Zyxel Device.

45.2 Power and Hardware Problems

Addresses issues like the Zyxel Device not turning on or LEDs not behaving as expected.

45.3 Device Access Problems

Troubleshoots issues related to knowing the IP address, forgetting passwords, or accessing Web Configurator.

45.4 Internet Problems

Provides troubleshooting steps for accessing the Internet via Fiber, Ethernet, or Cellular connections.

Appendix B: Wireless LANs

Wireless Security Overview

Discusses wireless security methods: data encryption, client authentication, MAC filtering, SSID hiding.

Appendix E: Legal Information

Safety Warnings

Provides crucial safety instructions for device usage, installation, and handling.

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