Getting To Know Your Zywall; Zywall Internet Security Appliance Overview; Ways To Manage The Zywall - ZyXEL Communications ZYWALL 2 WG User Manual

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Getting to Know Your ZyWALL

This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the ZyWALL.
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ZyWALL Internet Security Appliance Overview

The ZyWALL is loaded with security features including VPN, firewall, content filtering and
certificates. The ZyWALL's De-Militarized Zone (DMZ) increases LAN security by
providing separate ports for connecting publicly accessible servers. The ZyWALL is designed
for small and medium sized business that need the increased throughput and reliability of dual
WAN interfaces and load balancing. The ZyWALL provide the option to change port roles
from LAN to DMZ.
You can also deploy the ZyWALL as a transparent firewall in an existing network with
minimal configuration.
The ZyWALL provides bandwidth management, NAT, port forwarding, policy routing,
DHCP server and many other powerful features.
The ZyWALL has a built-in wireless card that allows IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b or IEEE
802.11g compatible clients to securely communicate with the ZyWALL and access the wired
network behind it. You can use the wireless card as part of the LAN, DMZ or WLAN.
Note: Only use firmware for your ZyWALL's specific model.
See Appendix A on page 245

1.2 Ways to Manage the ZyWALL

Use any of the following methods to manage the ZyWALL.
• Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the ZyWALL
using a (supported) web browser.
• Command Line Interface. Line commands are mostly used for troubleshooting by service
engineers.
• SMT. System Management Terminal is a text-based configuration menu that you can use
to configure your device.
• FTP for firmware upgrades and configuration backup/restore.
• SNMP. The device can be monitored by an SNMP manager. See the SNMP chapter in this
User's Guide.
ZyWALL 2WG User's Guide
for a complete list of features.
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