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ZyXEL Communications VMG8825-B Series User Manual

ZyXEL Communications VMG8825-B Series
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User’s Guide
VMG8825-B Series
Dual Band Wireless AC/N VDSL2 IAD with USB
Copyright © 2018 Zyxel Communications Corporation
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Version 5.13 Edition 1, 08/2018

Table of Contents

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ZyXEL Communications VMG8825-B Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelVMG8825-B Series
CategoryNetwork Router
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Wireless Standard802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Bands2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
LAN Interface4 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
USB PortsUSB 2.0
DSL StandardsVDSL2, ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL
SecurityWPA/WPA2
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing

Summary

Introducing the VMG

1.1 Overview

Provides a general introduction to the VMG, its capabilities, and supported technologies like VDSL and Ethernet.

1.1.1 Internet Access

Explains how to connect the VMG for internet access via DSL or Ethernet WAN ports.

1.4.5 The RESET Button

Details how to reset the VMG to factory default settings using the physical RESET button.

The Web Configurator

2.1 Overview

Introduces the HTML-based management interface for VMG setup and management via a web browser.

2.1.1 Accessing the Web Configurator

Guides users on how to launch the web browser and log into the VMG's web configurator.

2.2.2 Navigation Panel

Explains the layout and function of the navigation panel for configuring VMG features.

Quick Start

3.1 Overview

Introduces the Quick Start screens for configuring time zone, internet access, and wireless settings.

3.2 Quick Start Setup

Provides a step-by-step guide for the initial setup of the VMG using the Quick Start wizard.

Tutorials

4.1 Overview

Introduces various features of the VMG that will be covered in the tutorials section.

4.2 Setting Up an ADSL PPPoE Connection

Guides users through setting up an ADSL Internet connection using the Web Configurator.

4.3 Setting Up a Secure Wireless Network

Explains how to configure wireless network settings for secure access using WPS or manual configuration.

4.10 Configuring the MAC Address Filter

Details how to configure MAC address filtering to control wireless access to the VMG.

Network Map and Status Screens

5.1 Overview

Introduces the Network Map and Status screens for monitoring network connection status.

5.3 The Status Screen

Describes how to view the VMG's status, system resources, and interface information.

Broadband

6.1 Overview

Introduces the VMG's Broadband screens for configuring Internet access.

6.2 The Broadband Screen

Explains how to manage WAN interfaces and configure internet access settings on the VMG.

6.4 The Advanced Screen

Details how to enable or disable ADSL over PTM, Annex M, DSL PhyR, and SRA functions.

Wireless

7.1 Overview

Introduces the VMG's Network Setting > Wireless screens for setting up wireless connection.

7.2 The General Screen

Guides users to enable Wireless LAN, set SSID, and select wireless security mode.

7.2.2 More Secure (WPA(2)-PSK)

Explains how to configure WPA2-PSK security mode for improved data encryption and user authentication.

7.5 The WPS Screen

Details how to configure WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick wireless network setup.

7.11.3 Wireless Security Overview

Provides an overview of wireless security standards and their effectiveness.

Home Networking

8.1 Overview

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

8.2 The LAN Setup Screen

Guides users to set the Local Area Network IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP settings.

8.3 The Static DHCP Screen

Explains how to assign IP addresses to specific computers based on their MAC addresses.

Routing

9.1 Overview

Explains how the VMG uses the default gateway and static routes for outbound traffic.

9.4 The Policy Route Screen

Details how to view and configure routing policies to alter packet forwarding based on defined policies.

Quality of Service (QoS)

10.1 Overview

Introduces QoS for prioritizing traffic, tuning network performance, and managing bandwidth.

10.3 The Quality of Service General Screen

Guides users to enable/disable QoS and set upstream bandwidth.

10.5 The Classification Setup Screen

Explains how to add, edit, or delete QoS classifiers to group traffic flows.

Network Address Translation (NAT)

11.1 Overview

Explains the function of NAT for translating IP addresses of hosts in packets.

11.2 The Port Forwarding Screen

Guides users to configure forwarding of incoming service requests to local network servers.

11.5 The DMZ Screen

Describes how to configure a default server for ports not specified in Port Forwarding.

Dynamic DNS Setup

12.1 Overview

Introduces Dynamic DNS (DDNS) for accessing the VMG via a domain name with a dynamic IP.

12.3 The Dynamic DNS Screen

Guides users to enable DDNS and configure the DDNS settings on the VMG.

IGMP/MLD

13.1 Overview

Introduces IGMP/MLD group settings and multicast traffic management.

13.2 The IGMP/MLD Screen

Explains how to configure multicast groups the VMG has joined and ports involved.

Vlan Group

14.1 Overview

Explains the use of Virtual LAN IDs to identify different traffic types over the same physical link.

14.2.1 Add/Edit a VLAN Group

Guides users to create or edit VLAN groups for treating multiple VLANs as one.

Interface Grouping

15.1 Overview

Explains how to create multiple networks on the VMG by grouping interfaces.

15.2.1 Interface Group Configuration

Guides users on how to manually add LAN interfaces to new groups or auto-configure them.

USB Service

16.1 Overview

Introduces sharing files on a USB device connected to the VMG with network users.

16.2 The File Sharing Screen

Guides users to set up file sharing through the VMG for LAN access to shared folders.

16.3 The Media Server Screen

Explains how to use the VMG as a DLNA-compliant media server to play files on network clients.

Home Connectivity

17.1 Overview

Introduces One Connect, a Zyxel feature for auto-detection and configuration in MESH networks.

17.2 The Home Connectivity Screen

Guides users to enable or disable One Connect on the VMG.

Firewall

18.1 Overview

Explains how to enable and configure firewall security settings to protect the VMG and network.

18.2 The Firewall Screen

Guides users to set the security level of the firewall and group rules by packet travel direction.

18.4 The Access Control Screen

Details how to view and configure incoming or outgoing filtering rules for the firewall.

18.5 The DoS Screen

Explains how to activate protection against Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.

MAC Filter

19.1 Overview

Introduces MAC address filtering to permit or deny access to clients based on their MAC addresses.

19.2 The MAC Filter Screen

Guides users to allow wireless and LAN clients access to the VMG using MAC filtering.

Parental Control

20.1 Overview

Explains how to block web sites by URL and define time periods for parental control.

20.2 The Parental Control Screen

Guides users to enable parental control, view rules, and configure schedules.

Scheduler Rule

21.1 Overview

Explains how to define time periods and days for scheduled rules of certain features.

21.2 The Scheduler Rule Screen

Guides users to view, add, or edit time schedule rules for features like Firewall Access Control.

Certificates

22.1 Overview

Introduces the use of certificates for authenticating users via public-private key pairs.

22.3 The Local Certificates Screen

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

22.4 The Trusted CA Screen

Explains how to save certificates of trusted Certification Authorities (CAs) to the VMG.

Voice

23.1 Overview

Guides users on connecting analog phones, configuring settings, and optimizing voice quality.

23.3 The SIP Account Screen

Details how to set up SIP accounts, control SIP usage for phones, and configure audio settings.

23.5 The Phone Device Screen

Explains how to view detailed information of connected phone devices and configure their SIP accounts.

23.7 The Call Rule Screen

Guides users to add, edit, or remove speed-dial numbers for outgoing calls.

23.10 Technical Reference

Provides background material relevant to the VoIP screens, covering VoIP and SIP protocols.

Log

24.1 Overview

Explains how to configure VMG log settings and select categories for events and alerts.

24.2 The System Log Screen

Guides users to view system logs, filter by severity level, and export log data.

24.3 The Security Log Screen

Details how to view security-related logs based on selected categories.

Traffic Status

25.1 Overview

Introduces traffic status screens for monitoring network traffic and statistics.

25.4 The NAT Status Screen

Explains how to view NAT session statistics for hosts currently connected to the VMG.

VoIP Status

26.1 The VoIP Status Screen

Guides users to view VoIP registration, current call status, and phone numbers.

ARP Table

27.1 Overview

Introduces the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) for mapping IP addresses to MAC addresses.

27.2 ARP Table Screen

Explains how to use the ARP table to view IP-to-MAC address mappings.

Routing Table

28.1 Overview

Explains routing based on destination address and the VMG's shortest path forwarding.

28.2 The Routing Table Screen

Guides users to view and configure static route rules on the VMG.

Multicast Status

29.1 Overview

Introduces Multicast Status screens for IGMP/MLD group status and traffic statistics.

29.2 The IGMP Status Screen

Explains how to view the current list of multicast groups the VMG has joined.

xDSL Statistics

30.1 The xDSL Statistics Screen

Guides users to view detailed DSL statistics for connection monitoring.

WLAN Station Status

31.1 Overview

Introduces viewing wireless stations currently associated with the VMG.

Cellular Statistics

32.1 Overview

Introduces the Cellular Statistics screens for monitoring cellular internet connection status.

32.2 The Cellular Statistics Screen

Explains how to view cellular internet connection status when a dongle is inserted.

System

33.1 Overview

Explains how to name the VMG (Host) and assign a domain name for identification.

33.2 The System Screen

Guides users to configure the Host Name and Domain Name for the VMG.

User Account

34.1 Overview

Explains how to view and manage user accounts for logging into the VMG.

34.2 The User Account Screen

Guides users to view and manage user account settings, including privileges and timeouts.

Remote Management

35.1 Overview

Introduces remote management controls for accessing the VMG via interfaces and services.

35.2 The MGMT Services Screen

Guides users to configure which interfaces and services can access the VMG remotely.

35.3 The Trust Domain Screen

Explains how to view a list of public IP addresses allowed to access the VMG.

SNMP

36.1 Overview

Explains how to configure SNMP settings on the VMG for network management.

36.2 The SNMP Screen

Guides users to configure SNMP agent functionality, versions, and trap destinations.

Time Settings

37.1 Overview

Explains how to configure system settings like system time, password, and domain name.

37.2 The Time Screen

Guides users to change the VMG's time and date based on local time zone.

E-mail Notification

38.1 Overview

Explains how to specify an email server and addresses to send reports, logs, or notifications.

38.2 The Email Notification Screen

Guides users to view, remove, and add mail server information for email notifications.

Log Setting

39.1 Overview

Explains how to configure where the VMG sends logs and which logs to record.

39.2 The Log Settings Screen

Guides users to configure log settings, including syslog and email notifications.

Firmware Upgrade

40.1 Overview

Explains how to upload new firmware to the VMG to upgrade device performance.

40.2 The Firmware Screen

Guides users through the firmware upload process using HTTP and system reboot.

Backup Restore

41.1 Overview

Introduces backing up and restoring device configurations, and resetting to factory defaults.

41.2 The Backup Restore Screen

Guides users on backing up, restoring, and resetting device configurations.

41.3 The Reboot Screen

Explains how to remotely reboot the VMG without turning off the power.

Diagnostic

42.1 Overview

Introduces diagnostic screens to help identify and manage VMG problems.

42.3 Ping & TraceRoute & NsLookup

Guides users to ping, traceroute, or nslookup an IP address to test network connectivity.

42.4 802.1ag

Explains how to perform CFM actions using the 802.1ag specification.

42.5 802.3ah

Details how to configure link OAM port parameters for Ethernet OAM monitoring.

Troubleshooting

43.1 Power, Hardware Connections, and LEDs

Provides solutions for issues related to power, hardware connections, and LED behavior.

43.2 VMG Access and Login

Offers solutions for problems related to accessing and logging into the VMG's web configurator.

43.3 Internet Access

Provides troubleshooting steps for issues preventing internet access via DSL, Ethernet, or cellular.

43.4 Wireless Internet Access

Discusses factors causing unstable wireless connections and how to optimize performance.

43.5 USB Device Connection

Offers solutions for issues where the VMG fails to detect a connected USB device.

Appendix A: Customer Support

Required Information

Lists information needed when contacting customer support for assistance.

Appendix B: Wireless LANs

Wireless Security Overview

Provides an overview of wireless security methods like encryption and authentication.

WPA(2)-PSK Application Example

Illustrates a WPA(2)-PSK application example with an external RADIUS server.

Antenna Characteristics

Details antenna characteristics like frequency, radiation pattern, and gain.

Appendix C: IPv6

Overview

Introduces IPv6, its address size, and feature enhancements over IPv4.

IPv6 Addressing

Explains the format and abbreviation rules for IPv6 addresses.

DHCP Relay Agent

Describes the function of a DHCP relay agent in forwarding messages between servers and clients.

Services

Name

Defines the short, descriptive name for a service.

Protocol

Specifies the type of IP protocol used by the service (e.g., TCP/UDP).

Port(s)

Indicates the IP port number or IP protocol number for the service.

Appendix E: Legal Information

FCC EMC Statement

Provides information on FCC compliance for electromagnetic compatibility.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Details FCC RF radiation exposure limits and operating restrictions for the device.

Environment Statement

Provides information on energy-related products and power consumption requirements.

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