Introduction; Chapter 1 Introduction; Overview; Ways To Manage The Device - ZyXEL Communications AMG1312-T10D User Manual

1.1 Overview

The switch is an ADSL2+ router which allows super-fast, secure Internet access over analog (POTS)
telephone lines. It supports Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM). You can have ADSL, ADSL2,
ADSL2+ connections.
The Device integrates DSL and NAT for ease of installation and high-speed, shared Internet access.
It also provides a complete security solution with a robust firewall and content filtering. The product
name format indicates the following:
• "H" denotes an integrated 4-port hub (switch).
• "N" denotes IEEE 802.11n wireless networking support.
• "U" denotes a USB port used to set up a 3G WAN connection via a 3G wireless card or share files
via a USB memory stick or a USB hard drive. The Device can also function as a print server with
an USB printer connected.
Only use firmware for your Device's specific model. Refer to the label on
the bottom of your Device.

1.2 Ways to Manage the Device

Use any of the following methods to manage the Device.
• Web Configurator. Use a (supported) web browser to manage the Device.
• FTP for firmware upgrades and configuration backup/restore.
• TR-069. This auto-configuration server remotely configures your device.

1.3 Good Habits for Managing the Device

Do the following things regularly to make the Device more secure and to manage the Device more
effectively.
• Change the password. Use a password that's not easy to guess and that consists of different
types of characters, such as numbers and letters.
• Write down the password and put it in a safe place.
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