File Manager; Chapter 26 File Manager; Overview; What You Can Do In This Chapter - ZyXEL Communications USG FLEX H Series User Manual

26.1 Overview

Configuration files define the Zyxel Device's settings. You can apply a configuration file without the Zyxel
Device restarting. You can store multiple configuration files on the Zyxel Device. You can edit
configuration files in a text editor and upload them to the Zyxel Device. Configuration files use a .conf
extension.

26.1.1 What You Can Do in this Chapter

• Use the Configuration File screen (see
files. You can also download configuration files from the Zyxel Device to your computer and upload
configuration files from your computer to the Zyxel Device.
• Use the Firmware Package screen (see
version and upload firmware to the Zyxel Device.

26.1.2 What you Need to Know

Configuration Files
When you apply a configuration file, the Zyxel Device uses the factory default settings for any features
that the configuration file does not include. Other settings do not change.
The Zyxel Device applies configuration files in the following way:
• Reset to default configuration.
• Go into CLI Configuration mode.
• Rune the commands in the configuration file.

26.2 The Configuration File Screen

Click Maintenance > File Manager > Configuration File to open the Configuration File screen.
Use the Configuration screen to store, run, and name configuration files. You can also download
configuration files from the Zyxel Device to your computer and upload configuration files from your
computer to the Zyxel Device.
Once your Zyxel Device is configured and functioning properly, it is highly recommended that you back
up your configuration file before making further configuration changes. The backup configuration file
will be useful in case you need to return to your previous settings.
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