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CHAPTER 1
Getting to Know Your Router
1.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the Router.
The Router extends the range of your existing wired network without additional wiring, providing
easy network access to mobile users. You can set up a wireless network with other IEEE 802.11b/g/
n compatible devices.
A range of services such as a firewall and content filtering are also available for secure Internet
computing. You can use media bandwidth management to efficiently manage traffic on your
network. Bandwidth management features allow you to prioritize time-sensitive or highly important
applications such as Voice over the Internet (VoIP).
There is one USB 2.0 port on your Router. You can connect a USB (version 2.0 or lower) memory
stick, USB hard drive, or USB device for file sharing. The Router automatically detects the USB
device.
Note: For the USB function, it is strongly recommended to use version 2.0 or lower USB
storage devices (such as memory sticks, USB hard drives) and/or USB devices
(such as USB printers). Other USB products are not guaranteed to function properly
with the Router.
Note: Be sure to install the ZyXEL NetUSB
TM
Share Center Utility (for NetUSB
functionality) from the included disc, or download the latest version from the
zyxel.com website.
1.2 Applications
Your can create the following networks using the Router:
• Wired. You can connect network devices via the Ethernet ports of the Router so that they can
communicate with each other and access the Internet.
• Wireless. Wireless clients can connect to the Router to access network resources.
• WAN. Connect to a broadband modem/router for Internet access.
1.3 Ways to Manage the Router
Use any of the following methods to manage the Router.
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