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ZyXEL Communications P-660HN-51 User Manual

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User’s Guide
P-660HN-51
802.11n Wireless ADSL2+ 4-port Gateway
Copyright © 2017 Zyxel Communications Corporation
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Version 1.10 Edition 1, 06/2017

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BrandZyXEL Communications
ModelP-660HN-51
CategoryGateway
LanguageEnglish

Summary

PART I User's Guide

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

Provides a general overview of the Zyxel P-660HN-51 ADSL2+ router, its features, and product name format.

1.2 Ways to Manage the Zyxel Device

Details the methods available for managing the Zyxel Device, including Web Configurator, CLI, FTP, and TR-069.

1.3 Good Habits for Managing the Zyxel Device

Offers advice on maintaining security and effective management of the Zyxel Device, such as changing passwords.

CHAPTER 2 The Web Configurator

2.1 Overview

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

2.2 The Web Configurator Layout

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

2.2.3 Navigation Panel

Details the menu items and their corresponding functions within the navigation panel of the web configurator.

CHAPTER 3 Network Map and Status Screens

3.1 Overview

Explains that the Network Map shows connection status and the Status screen shows device, system, and interface information.

3.2 The Network Map Screen

Describes how to view the network connection status of the device and its clients, with options for icon or list view.

3.3 The Status Screen

Details how to view the status of the Zyxel Device, including device information, WAN, LAN, and interface status.

CHAPTER 4 Tutorials

4.1 Overview

Introduces the chapter, which demonstrates how to use the Zyxel Device's various features through tutorials.

4.2 Setting Up Your DSL Connection Using PPPoE

Provides a step-by-step guide on configuring an Internet connection using the Web Configurator and PPPoE.

4.3 Setting Up a Secure Wireless Network

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

4.4 Setting Up Multiple Wireless Groups

Explains how to create different wireless network groups (SSIDs) for various user types within a company.

4.5 Configuring Static Route for Routing to Another Network

Details how to configure a static routing rule to control traffic flow directions and connect to other networks.

4.6 Access the Zyxel Device Using DDNS

Explains how to use Dynamic DNS (DDNS) to access the Zyxel Device via a domain name with a dynamic IP address.

PART II Technical Reference

CHAPTER 5 Broadband

5.1 Overview

Describes how to configure WAN settings using the Broadband screen for Internet access.

5.1.1 What You Need to Know

Explains essential concepts like Encapsulation Method and WAN IP Address required for Internet connection setup.

5.2 The Broadband Screen

Guides users on changing Internet access settings and viewing configured WAN services on the Broadband screen.

CHAPTER 6 Wireless

6.1 Overview

Introduces the chapter that covers setting up the Zyxel Device's wireless connection using the Wireless screens.

6.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Lists the tasks that can be performed in the Wireless section, such as enabling LAN, setting SSID, and configuring security.

6.2 The General Screen

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

6.3 The More AP Screen

Explains how to enable and configure multiple Basic Service Sets (BSSs) on the Zyxel Device.

6.4 MAC Authentication

Describes how to configure MAC filtering to grant exclusive access or exclude specific devices from accessing the Zyxel Device.

6.5 The WPS Screen

Guides users on configuring WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick and secure wireless network setup.

6.6 The WMM Screen

Explains how to enable Wi-Fi MultiMedia (WMM) and WMM Power Save for multimedia applications.

6.7 The WDS Screen

Details how to set up Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to connect to other APs wirelessly.

6.8 The Wireless Others Screen

Provides options for configuring advanced wireless settings like RTS/CTS Threshold and Fragmentation Threshold.

6.9 Technical Reference

Provides in-depth technical information on wireless LANs, including network overview and security concepts.

CHAPTER 7 Home Networking

7.1 Overview

Introduces Local Area Network (LAN) and its configuration for DHCP server and IP address management.

7.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Outlines the capabilities of the LAN screens, including LAN Setup, Static DHCP, and UPnP configuration.

7.2 The LAN Setup Screen

Explains how to set the Local Area Network IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP settings for the Zyxel Device.

7.3 The Static DHCP Screen

Describes how to assign IP addresses to specific computers on the LAN based on their MAC addresses.

7.4 The UPnP Screen

Details the Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) feature for simple peer-to-peer network connectivity.

7.5 Installing UPnP in Windows Example

Provides instructions for installing UPnP in Windows Me and Windows XP operating systems.

CHAPTER 8 Network Address Translation (NAT)

8.1 Overview

Introduces Network Address Translation (NAT) and its role in translating IP addresses for secure network communications.

8.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Lists the NAT-related features that can be configured, including Port Forwarding, Applications, and DMZ.

8.2 The Port Forwarding Screen

Explains how to forward incoming service requests to servers on the local network, making them visible to the outside world.

8.3 The Applications Screen

Allows users to create new NAT application rules and manage existing ones for forwarding service requests.

8.4 The Port Triggering Screen

Details how to configure port triggering to allow computers on the LAN to dynamically use services.

8.5 The DMZ Screen

Explains how to configure a default server (DMZ host) that receives packets not specified in NAT Port Forwarding.

8.6 The ALG Screen

Describes how to enable and disable the SIP (VoIP) ALG for improved SIP call functionality through NAT.

8.7 The Sessions Screen

Allows limiting the number of concurrent NAT sessions that all clients can use to manage network resources.

8.8 Technical Reference

Provides more detailed information regarding NAT, including definitions of key terms and how NAT works.

CHAPTER 9 MAC Filter

9.1 Overview

Introduces MAC filtering for controlling access to specific devices or excluding devices from accessing the Zyxel Device.

9.2 The MAC Filter Screen

Guides users on changing MAC filter settings and adding new MAC filter rules for wireless security.

CHAPTER 10 Firewall

10.1 Overview

Explains how to enable and configure the Zyxel Device firewall to protect the device and network from hacker attacks.

10.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Lists the firewall features that can be configured, including security level, protocols, and access control.

10.2 The Firewall Screen

Details how to set the firewall security level and configure rules based on packet travel direction.

10.3 The Protocol Screen

Explains how to configure customized services and port numbers, and add/remove predefined Internet services.

10.4 The Access Control Screen

Allows viewing and configuring incoming/outgoing filtering rules for the firewall.

CHAPTER 11 Remote Management

11.1 Overview

Provides information on the Remote MGMT screen and Service Control for managing the Zyxel Device remotely.

11.2 The Service Control Screen

Explains how to configure which interface(s) users can use to manage the Zyxel Device's services.

CHAPTER 12 Certificates

12.1 Overview

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

12.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Outlines tasks related to certificates, including generating requests and importing trusted CA certificates.

12.2 What You Need to Know

Defines key terms and concepts related to certificates and Certification Authorities (CAs).

12.3 The Local Certificates Screen

Provides a summary list of certificates and certification requests, allowing generation and import.

12.4 The Trusted CA Screen

Displays a list of trusted Certification Authorities (CAs) that the Zyxel Device accepts for certificate validation.

CHAPTER 13 IPSec

13.1 Overview

Introduces IPSec as a VPN solution for secure data communications across public networks.

13.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Lists tasks related to IPSec, including viewing/editing policies and managing active VPN connections.

13.2 The IPSec Settings Screen

Explains the main fields for configuring IPSec VPN policies, including Auto(IKE) and Manual key setups.

13.3 The IPSec Status Screen

Allows displaying and managing active VPN connections, showing the status of Security Associations (SAs).

13.4 Technical Reference

Provides technical background information on IPSec architecture, encryption, and key management.

CHAPTER 14 Parental Control

14.1 Overview

Explains parental control for permitting or blocking specific websites for home network computers.

14.2 The Parental Control Screen

Guides users on configuring parental control settings to block access to certain websites.

CHAPTER 15 Routing

15.1 Overview

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

15.2 The Routing Screen

Explains how to view and configure static route rules on the Zyxel Device.

CHAPTER 16 Dynamic DNS Setup

16.1 Overview

Explains DNS for mapping domain names to IP addresses and Dynamic DNS for updating IP addresses.

16.2 The DNS Entry Screen

Guides users on viewing and configuring DNS routes on the Zyxel Device.

16.3 The Dynamic DNS Screen

Details how to change DDNS settings, enabling Dynamic DNS and configuring service provider details.

CHAPTER 17 Quality of Service (QoS)

17.1 Overview

Defines Quality of Service (QoS) and its role in delivering data with minimum delay and controlling bandwidth.

17.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Lists QoS features that can be configured, including General settings, Queue Setup, Class Setup, and Monitor.

17.2 What You Need to Know

Explains key QoS concepts like QoS vs CoS, Tagging and Marking, and Traffic Shaping.

17.3 The Quality of Service General Screen

Details how to enable/disable QoS and set the upstream bandwidth for network performance optimization.

17.4 The Queue Setup Screen

Guides users on configuring QoS queue assignment, including adding and managing queues.

17.5 The Class Setup Screen

Explains how to add, edit, or delete QoS classifiers to group traffic based on specific criteria.

17.6 The QoS Policer Setup Screen

Describes how to configure QoS policers to limit the transmission rate of incoming traffic.

17.7 The QoS Monitor Screen

Allows viewing the Zyxel Device's QoS packet statistics for monitoring network traffic performance.

17.8 Technical Reference

Provides additional technical information related to QoS features and standards like IEEE 802.1Q Tag.

CHAPTER 18 TR-069 Client

18.1 Overview

Explains the TR-069 protocol for auto-configuration settings of Customer Premise Equipment (CPE).

18.2 The TR-069 Clients Screen

Guides users on configuring the Zyxel Device to be managed by an Auto Configuration Server (ACS).

CHAPTER 19 Time Settings

19.1 Overview

Introduces system-related settings including system time, password, name, and inactivity timeout.

19.2 The Time Setting Screen

Explains how to configure the Zyxel Device's time and date based on the local time zone.

CHAPTER 20 Scheduler Rules

20.1 Overview

Describes how to define time periods and days for scheduled rules of features like Firewall Access Control.

20.2 The Scheduler Rules Screen

Guides users on viewing, adding, or editing time schedule rules for specific features or users.

CHAPTER 21 Policy Forwarding

21.1 Overview

Introduces policy forwarding for overriding default routing behavior and altering packet forwarding based on policy.

21.2 The Policy Forwarding Screen

Explains how to view and configure routing policies on the Zyxel Device.

CHAPTER 22 Logs

22.1 Overview

Explains how to choose log categories and display logs or send them to an administrator.

22.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Outlines tasks for viewing System Logs and Security Logs for selected event categories.

22.2 The System Log Screen

Guides users on viewing system logs for selected categories and managing log display options.

22.3 The Security Log Screen

Explains how to view security-related logs for selected categories and differentiate alerts from logs.

CHAPTER 23 Introduction to the ARP Table

23.1 Overview

Introduces Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) for mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses on a local network.

23.1.1 How ARP Works

Explains the process of ARP requests and how the ARP table maintains associations between MAC and IP addresses.

23.2 ARP Table Screen

Guides users on viewing IP-to-MAC address mappings in the ARP table.

CHAPTER 24 Traffic Status

24.1 Overview

Introduces Traffic Status screens for viewing network traffic and statistics of WAN and LAN interfaces.

24.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Outlines tasks for viewing WAN traffic statistics and LAN traffic statistics.

24.2 The WAN Status Screen

Explains how to view the number of bytes received and sent on the Zyxel Device's WAN interface.

24.3 The LAN Status Screen

Describes how to view the interface that is currently connected on the Zyxel Device's LAN.

CHAPTER 25 Users Configuration

25.1 Overview

Introduces the Users Configuration screen for viewing, adding, and configuring user accounts.

25.2 The Users Configuration Screen

Details the user configuration options, including retry times, idle timeout, and account types.

CHAPTER 26 Logs Setting

26.1 Overview

Explains how to configure where the Zyxel Device sends logs and which logs/alerts it records.

26.2 The Log Settings Screen

Guides users on changing the Zyxel Device's log settings for system and security logs.

CHAPTER 27 Firmware Upgrade

27.1 Overview

Explains how to upload new firmware to the Zyxel Device to upgrade its performance.

27.2 The Firmware Screen

Details the process of uploading firmware using HTTP, including necessary precautions and reboot procedures.

CHAPTER 28 Configuration

28.1 Overview

Introduces the Configuration screen for backing up, restoring, or resetting device settings to factory defaults.

28.2 The Configuration Screen

Explains how to back up and restore device configurations, and reset settings to factory defaults.

28.3 The Reboot Screen

Details how to remotely reboot the Zyxel Device without turning off the power, for example, if it hangs.

CHAPTER 29 Diagnostic

29.1 Overview

Introduces diagnostic methods for testing connections and viewing detailed information to identify problems.

29.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

Outlines tasks for identifying problems using Ping, TraceRoute, NsLookup, and OAM Ping Test.

29.2 The Ping & TraceRoute & NsLookup Screen

Explains how to use Ping, TraceRoute, or Nslookup to test connections and identify network problems.

29.3 The OAM Ping Test Screen

Details how to perform an ATM OAM loopback test to verify virtual circuit connectivity.

CHAPTER 30 Troubleshooting

30.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs

Provides guidance on resolving issues related to device power, hardware connections, and LED behavior.

30.2 Zyxel Device Access and Login

Offers solutions for forgotten IP addresses or passwords and issues accessing the web configurator.

30.3 Internet Access

Provides steps to troubleshoot problems with Internet access or connection availability.

30.4 Wireless Internet Access

Addresses factors causing intermittent or unstable wireless connections and optimization methods.

CHAPTER 31 Product Specifications

31.1 Hardware Specifications

Summarizes the hardware features of the Zyxel Device, including dimensions, weight, and ports.

31.2 Firmware Specifications

Details the firmware specifications, including default IP address, subnet mask, and wireless functionality.

31.3 Wireless Features

Lists the wireless features supported by the Zyxel Device, such as WPA2, WMM QoS, and WDS support.

APPENDIX A Setting up Your Computer’s IP Address

Windows 95/98/Me

Provides instructions for configuring TCP/IP settings on Windows 95/98/Me operating systems.

Windows 2000/NT/XP

Details the steps for configuring TCP/IP settings on Windows 2000/NT/XP, using example GUI themes.

Windows Vista

Provides instructions for configuring TCP/IP settings on Windows Vista Enterprise Version 6.0.

Macintosh OS 8/9

Guides users on configuring TCP/IP settings for Macintosh OS 8/9 using the Apple menu and Control Panel.

Macintosh OS X

Explains how to configure TCP/IP settings on Macintosh OS X via System Preferences and Network settings.

Linux

Provides guidance on configuring TCP/IP settings for Linux distributions like Red Hat Linux 9.0 using KDE.

APPENDIX B IP Addresses and Subnetting

Introduction to IP Addresses

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

Subnet Masks

Explains how subnet masks are used to determine network and host portions of an IP address.

Notation

Describes alternative subnet mask notations, including binary and CIDR notation.

Subnetting

Explains the process of subnetting to divide a network into multiple sub-networks for security and management.

Configuring IP Addresses

Guides users on obtaining and selecting IP addresses and subnet masks based on ISP or network administrator assignments.

APPENDIX C Wireless LANs

Wireless LAN Topologies

Discusses ad-hoc and infrastructure wireless LAN topologies and their configurations.

Ad-hoc Wireless LAN Configuration

Explains the configuration of an ad-hoc wireless LAN, where computers connect directly without an access point.

BSS

Defines Basic Service Set (BSS) and explains intra-BSS traffic handling.

ESS

Describes Extended Service Set (ESS) as a series of overlapping BSSs connected by a wired network.

Channel

Explains the use of radio frequencies (channels) for wireless communication and how to select channels to reduce interference.

RTS/CTS

Discusses RTS/CTS to prevent collisions due to hidden nodes in wireless networks.

APPENDIX D Services

APPENDIX E Open Software Announcements

End-User License Agreement for “P-660HN-51”

Presents the End-User License Agreement for the Zyxel Software, outlining terms and conditions for use.

Grant of License for Personal Use

Details the non-exclusive, non-transferable license granted for internal business use of the Software.

Ownership

States that users have a license to use the Software, but ownership and intellectual property rights remain with Zyxel.

Copyright

Indicates that the Software and Documentation are protected by international copyright law.

APPENDIX F Legal Information

Copyright

States the copyright information for the publication and Zyxel Communications Corporation.

Disclaimer

Disclaims Zyxel's liability for the application or use of products and software described herein.

Regulatory Notice and Statement

Provides regulatory information, including FCC EMC and Radiation Exposure Statements for USA users.

FCC EMC Statement

Details compliance with Part 15 of FCC rules, including conditions for operation and potential interference.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Confirms compliance with FCC RF radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments.

FCC Part 68 Statement

Outlines compliance with Part 68 of FCC rules regarding telephone network connections.

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