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ZyXEL Communications SBG3300-N series User Manual

ZyXEL Communications SBG3300-N series
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Quick Start Guide
www.zyxel.com
SBG3300-N Series
Wireless N VDSL2 Combo WAN Small Business Security Gateway
Version 1.00
Edition 3, 1/2014
Copyright © 2014 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 SBG3300-N series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wireless Standard802.11n
Wireless Speed300 Mbps
Frequency Band2.4 GHz
FirewallYes
VPN SupportYes
Product TypeGateway
LAN Ports4
Security FeaturesWPA, WPA2
Antenna2 x External

Summary

Introducing the Device

1.1 Overview

General overview of the SBG3300-N Series, its capabilities, and connection types.

1.2 Ways to Manage the Device

Describes methods for managing the Device, including Web Configurator and TR-069.

1.5 LEDs (Lights)

Explains the function and description of each LED indicator on the Device.

1.6 The RESET Button

Instructions on how to use the RESET button to restore factory default settings.

The Web Configurator

2.1 Overview

Introduction to the HTML-based management interface and its requirements.

2.1.1 Accessing the Web Configurator

Step-by-step guide on how to launch and log into the Web Configurator.

2.2 Web Configurator Layout

Overview of the main components of the Web Configurator interface.

Quick Start

3.1 Overview

Describes the purpose of Quick Start screens for device configuration.

3.2 Quick Start Setup

Guides users through the initial setup wizard for time zone, Internet, and wireless settings.

Status Screens

4.1 Overview

Explains the purpose of the Status screen for viewing device and system information.

4.2 The Status Screen

Details the information displayed on the Status screen, including device and system status.

Broadband

5.1 Overview

Introduction to Broadband screens for configuring Internet access.

5.1.2 What You Need to Know

Defines key terms and concepts relevant to broadband setup, like Encapsulation and WAN IP Address.

5.2 The Broadband Screen

Describes how to change Internet access settings and view configured WAN services.

Wireless

6.1 Overview

Introduction to Wireless screens for setting up the Device’s wireless connection.

6.2 The General Screen

Configuration of Wireless LAN, SSID, and wireless security mode settings.

6.4 MAC Authentication

Allows or denies wireless clients access based on their MAC addresses.

6.5 The WPS Screen

Configuration of WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick wireless network setup.

LAN

7.1 Overview

Definition of Local Area Network (LAN) and its purpose.

7.2 The LAN Setup Screen

Setting the Local Area Network IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP settings.

7.4 The UPnP Screen

Configuration of UPnP settings for automatic network device discovery and configuration.

Routing

8.1 Overview

Explanation of how the Device uses default gateways and static routes for traffic.

8.2 The Routing Screen

Viewing and configuring static route rules on the Device.

8.3 The Policy Forwarding Screen

Configuring policy routing to override default behavior and alter packet forwarding.

Quality of Service (QoS)

9.1 Overview

Explanation of Quality of Service for delivering data with minimum delay and controlling bandwidth.

9.3 The Quality of Service General Screen

Enabling/disabling QoS and setting upstream bandwidth.

9.5 The Class Setup Screen

Adding, editing, or deleting QoS classifiers to group traffic.

Network Address Translation (NAT)

10.1 Overview

Introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT) and its purpose.

10.2 The Port Forwarding Screen

Forwarding incoming service requests to local network servers.

10.4 The Port Triggering Screen

Allows computers to dynamically take turns using a service via trigger ports.

10.5 The Default Server Screen

Configuring a default server to receive packets not specified in Port Forwarding.

Dynamic DNS Setup

11.1 Overview

Explanation of DNS and Dynamic DNS for updating IP addresses with domain names.

11.3 The Dynamic DNS Screen

Enabling DDNS and configuring Dynamic DNS settings for the Device.

Interface Group/VLAN

12.1 Overview

Explanation of interface groups and VLANs for creating new LAN bridge interfaces.

12.2 The Interface Group/VLAN Screen

Adding LAN interfaces to groups or automatically adding traffic based on DHCP vendor ID.

USB Service

13.1 Overview

Overview of USB port usage for file sharing via USB memory sticks or hard drives.

13.2 The File Sharing Screen

Enabling and configuring file sharing for USB devices connected to the Device.

Firewall

14.1 Overview

Introduction to firewall settings for protecting the Device and network.

14.2 The Firewall Screen

Configuring basic firewall settings for permitting or dropping traffic between security zones.

14.3 The Service Screen

Customizing services and port numbers for comprehensive firewall rule configuration.

14.4 The Access Control Screen

Viewing and configuring incoming or outgoing filtering rules for network traffic.

MAC Filter

15.1 Overview

Permitting client access based on MAC addresses for wired and wireless connections.

15.2 The MAC Filter Screen

Allowing wireless and LAN clients access to the Device by configuring MAC filter settings.

User Access Control

16.1 Overview

Blocking specific web sites via URL and defining time periods for User Access control.

16.2 The User Access Control Screen

Enabling User Access control and viewing rules and schedules.

16.2.1 Add/Edit a User Access Control Rule

Configuring restricted access schedules and URL filtering to block specific web sites.

Scheduler Rules

17.1 Overview

Defining time periods and days for scheduled rules on specific users.

17.2 The Scheduler Rules Screen

Viewing, adding, or editing time schedule rules for features like Firewall and User Access Control.

Certificates

18.1 Overview

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

18.3 The Local Certificates Screen

Generating certification requests and importing CA-signed certificates.

18.4 The Trusted CA Screen

Saving certificates of trusted Certification Authorities to the Device for trustworthiness.

IPSec VPN

19.1 Overview

Introduction to Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and IPSec for secure data communications.

19.4 The Setup Screen

Explains the main fields for configuring IPSec VPN tunnels.

19.4.1 Add/Edit VPN Rule

Adding or editing VPN policies and tunnels for secure connections.

19.7.1 IPSec Architecture

Overview of the overall IPSec architecture, including protocols and algorithms.

PPTP VPN

20.1 Overview

Introduction to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) for secure data transfer.

20.3 PPTP VPN Setup

Configuring PPTP VPN server settings, including IP address pool and authentication.

L2TP VPN

21.1 Overview

Explanation of Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) for tunneling network traffic securely.

21.2 L2TP VPN Screen

Configuring L2TP VPN settings, including IP address pool and authentication methods.

Log

22.1 Overview

Overview of choosing log categories and displaying or sending logs.

22.2 The System Log Screen

Viewing system logs, filtering by severity, and exporting log data.

22.3 The Security Log Screen

Accessing security-related logs, including system errors, attacks, and blocked web sites.

Network Status

23.1 Overview

Overview of Network Status screens for viewing WAN and LAN interface statistics.

23.2 The WAN Status Screen

Viewing WAN traffic statistics, including sent and received bytes.

ARP Table

24.1 Overview

Explanation of Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) for mapping IP to MAC addresses.

24.2 ARP Table Screen

Viewing IP-to-MAC address mappings maintained by the ARP table.

Routing Table

25.1 Overview

Explanation of routing based on destination address and shortest path selection.

25.2 The Routing Table Screen

Viewing and understanding the device's routing table entries.

IGMP Status

26.1 Overview

Overview of IGMP Status screens for group status and traffic statistics.

26.2 The IGMP Group Status Screen

Displaying IGMP multicast groups joined and ports participating.

xDSL Statistics

27.1 The xDSL Statistics Screen

Viewing detailed DSL statistics, including training status, line rates, and counters.

User Account

28.1 Overview

Managing user accounts, including username, password, and access privileges.

28.2 The User Account Screen

Configuring user accounts, retry times, idle timeouts, and login messages.

28.2.1 Add/Edit a Users Account

Adding or editing user accounts with settings for access control and file sharing.

Remote Management

29.1 Overview

Controls for managing device access through various interfaces and services.

29.2 The Remote MGMT Screen

Configuring interfaces, services, and port numbers for remote device management.

TR-069 Client

30.1 Overview

Explains TR-069 auto-configuration settings for device management.

30.2 The TR-069 Client Screen

Configuring the Device for management by an Auto Configuration Server (ACS).

SNMP

31.1 The SNMP Agent Screen

Configuring SNMP agent functionality for network management and monitoring.

Time

32.1 Overview

Configuring system-related settings like time, password, and domain name.

32.2 The Time Screen

Setting the Device’s time and date, including time zone and daylight saving.

E-mail Notification

33.1 Overview

Setting up an e-mail server for device reports, logs, and notifications.

33.2 The Email Notification Screen

Viewing, removing, and adding mail server information for email notifications.

Logs Setting

34.1 Overview

Configuring where the Device sends logs and which alerts to record.

34.2 The Log Setting Screen

Setting up syslog logging, email notifications for logs, and selecting log categories.

Firmware and WWAN Package Upgrade

35.1 Overview

Instructions for uploading new firmware or WWAN packages to update the Device.

35.2 The Firmware Screen

Uploading new firmware or WWAN packages to upgrade the Device’s performance.

Configuration

36.1 Overview

Overview of backing up, restoring, and resetting device configurations.

36.2 The Configuration Screen

Managing device configurations, including backup, restore, and factory reset options.

Reset to Factory Defaults

Clearing all user-entered configuration and returning the Device to its factory defaults.

Diagnostic

37.1 Overview

Information to help identify and diagnose problems with the Device.

37.3 Ping & TraceRoute & NsLookup

Tools for pinging, tracerouting, or performing DNS lookups on IP addresses.

37.4 802.1ag

Performing Connectivity Fault Management (CFM) actions for network fault diagnosis.

Troubleshooting

38.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs

Troubleshooting issues related to device power, hardware connections, and LED indicators.

38.2 Device Access and Login

Solutions for problems related to forgetting IP addresses or passwords, and accessing the Login screen.

38.3 Internet Access

Troubleshooting steps for issues with accessing the Internet, including DSL and second DSL connections.

38.4 Wireless Internet Access

Identifying factors causing intermittent wireless connections and optimization tips.

Customer Support

Required Information

Information to have ready when contacting customer support for problem resolution.

Legal Information

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement

FCC compliance information and interference statement for the device.

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