What to do if I cannot ping any computer on the LAN using my ZyXEL Communications Gateway?
Check the 10M/100M LAN LEDs on the front panel of your ZyXEL Communications Gateway. At least one of these LEDs should be lit. If both are off, inspect the cables connecting your Gateway to the hub or the station. Additionally, verify that the IP address and subnet mask of both the ZyXEL Communications Gateway and the computers are on the same subnet.
How to access the ZyXEL Communications Gateway via the console port?
First, check that the ZyXEL Communications Gateway is properly connected to your computer’s console port. Next, ensure your communications program is correctly configured with VT100 terminal emulation, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and data flow set to none. The default speed is 9600 bps, but try other speeds in case it has been changed.
Why can't my ZyXEL Communications Gateway get a WAN IP address from my ISP?
If you cannot get a WAN IP address from your ISP with the ZyXEL Communications Gateway, the ISP provides the WAN IP address after authentication which may require a username and password, MAC address, or host name. If using PPPoE or PPTP, ensure you have the correct Service Type, User Name, and Password, noting that these are case-sensitive. If your ISP requires MAC address authentication, clone your computer's MAC address as the ZyWALL's WAN MAC address. If host name authentication is needed, configure your computer's name as the ZyWALL's system name.
General| Brand | ZyXEL Communications |
|---|---|
| Model | ZYWALL 5 |
| Category | Firewall |
| Language | English |
Overview of the ZyWALL 5's features and applications, including VPN, firewall, and content filtering.
Step-by-step guide on how to connect to the ZyWALL's web interface.
Procedure for restoring factory default configuration or using the reset button.
Configuration of Internet access based on encapsulation type (Ethernet, PPTP, PPPoE).
Screens for configuring VPN rules using pre-shared keys and IKE settings.
Configuration of the ZyWALL as a DHCP server or disabling the service.
Configuration of LAN parameters including IP address, subnet mask, and RIP.
Setting the ZyWALL to function as a bridge.
Importance of wireless security for protecting communication between stations and access points.
Enhanced security methods for authentication and encryption key management.
Overview of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) for improved security and data encryption.
Steps to configure wireless LAN settings like ESSID and WEP.
Configuring the ZyWALL to grant or deny access based on MAC addresses.
Configuring WAN ISP, IP, and MAC settings.
Configuring Dial Backup settings for an alternate WAN connection.
Configuring DMZ port and associated computers with private or public IP addresses.
Description of Packet Filtering, Application-level, and Stateful Inspection firewalls.
Introduction to the ZyWALL's stateful inspection firewall capabilities.
Information on Denials of Service (DoS) attacks and ZyWALL's detection methods.
How stateful inspection works and how the ZyWALL implements it.
Study points for configuring firewall rules effectively.
Steps to enable and configure the firewall.
Setting thresholds to detect and mitigate Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
Enabling content filtering, configuring schedules, and creating denial messages.
Procedure to log in and register your ZyXEL device.
Registering for content filtering service via web configurator.
Secure communication between sites using tunneling, encryption, and authentication.
Explanation of ESP and AH protocols and their role in IPSec VPNs.
Specifying the WAN IP address or domain name of the remote IPSec router.
Setting up a VPN connection when NAT routers are between IPSec routers.
Explanation of the two phases of IKE negotiation: Authentication and Key Exchange.
Displaying and managing IPSec rules (tunnels) and gateway policies.
Viewing summary list of certificates and certification requests.
Instructions for saving an existing certificate to the ZyWALL.
Generating a self-signed certificate, enrolling with CA, or creating a request.
Saving a trusted certification authority’s certificate to the ZyWALL.
Saving a trusted host's certificate to the ZyWALL.
Using local user database or external RADIUS server for VPN authentication.
Changing ZyWALL's local user list.
Setting up ZyWALL's RADIUS server settings.
Understanding NAT, its definitions, and how it works.
Applying NAT and understanding SUA versus Full Feature NAT.
Creating and ordering address mapping rules for NAT.
Setting up port forwarding for servers behind NAT.
Configuring trigger port rules for WAN port traffic.
Configuring IP static routes in the IP Static Route screen.
Allocating outgoing capacity to specific traffic types for minimum delay.
Using classes and sub-classes to allocate bandwidth capacity and budgets.
Dividing available bandwidth among classes that require more bandwidth.
Setting up bandwidth classes by individual interface.
Methods for obtaining DNS server addresses from ISP or manual entry.
Configuring ZyWALL's DNS address and name server records.
Updating dynamic IP address with dynamic DNS services for domain name access.
Changing ZyWALL's DDNS settings via the DDNS tab.
Determining which services/protocols can access ZyWALL interfaces from remote computers.
Procedure for accessing ZyWALL via HTTPS, including browser warnings.
Changing ZyWALL's Secure Shell settings.
Uploading and downloading firmware and configuration files using FTP.
Configuring DNS settings for mapping domain names to IP addresses.
Steps to display and configure UPnP settings.
How to use the UPnP feature in Windows XP.
Viewing all ZyWALL logs in one location.
Configuring log settings for sending logs and alerts via e-mail or syslog.
Changing the ZyWALL's password for enhanced security.
Configuring ZyWALL's time and date based on local time zone.
Procedure for uploading firmware and configuration files via FTP/TFTP.
Information related to factory defaults, backup, and restoring configuration.
Steps to access SMT menus via console port with communication software.
Procedure for changing the system password.
Filling in required fields for System Name, Domain Name, and Device Mode.
Using the Dial Backup port as a reserve connection when WAN fails.
Configuring TCP/IP and DHCP Ethernet setup.
Setting up ZyWALL as a wireless access point.
Setting up ZyWALL to access the Internet using ISP information.
Configuring PPTP client with My Login, Password, and PPTP parameters.
Configuring TCP/IP settings for DMZ, including IP address and RIP.
Grouping related rules into a single set with a descriptive name.
Applying designed filters to ports for traffic control.
Configuring SNMP settings for network management.
Information on error logs and trace records stored locally.
Diagnostic tests to evaluate system performance.
Backing up the current ZyWALL configuration to a computer.
Uploading a new or previously saved configuration file.
Procedures for uploading firmware and configuration files via FTP/TFTP.
Updating ZyWALL's time and date settings based on local time zone.
Determining services/protocols and interfaces for remote access.
Changing ZyWALL's Secure Shell settings.
Configuring DNS settings for mapping domain names to IP addresses.
Troubleshooting steps for issues when starting up the ZyWALL.
Troubleshooting steps for issues with LAN connectivity.
Steps to resolve issues with accessing the Internet.
Resolving issues with accessing the ZyWALL via web browser.
Ignoring class arrangement of IP address for subnetting.
How ZyWALL as PPPoE client alleviates administrator management of PPPoE clients.
SIP Application Layer Gateway (ALG) for VoIP calls passing through NAT.
Mapping VPN rule's local policy addresses to a public IP address.
Example of VPN rule configuration using the web configurator.
Troubleshooting common IPSec tunnel build problems.
Commands to turn the firewall on or off, retrieve, or save settings.
Configuring NetBIOS filters for various traffic directions and connections.
Commands for creating self-signed, request, or SCEP enrolled certificates.
Commands to import, export, view, verify, delete, list, and rename trusted remote host certificates.
Commands for enabling, disabling, and configuring password protection.
Descriptions of system error log messages.
Descriptions of log messages related to content filtering.
Descriptions of log messages related to detected attacks.
Descriptions of log messages related to IPSec tunnel status.
Commands for loading, viewing, and clearing logs.
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