Configuring The Mac Address Filter - ZyXEL Communications P-2812HNU-51c User Manual

Chapter 3 Tutorials

3.9 Configuring the MAC Address Filter

Thomas noticed that his daughter Josephine spends too much time surfing the web and
downloading media files. He decided to prevent Josephine from accessing the Internet so that she
can concentrate on preparing for her final exams.
Josephine's computer connects wirelessly to the Internet through the Device. Thomas decides to
use the Security > MAC Filter screen to grant wireless network access to his computer but not to
Josephine's computer.
Thomas
Josephine
Click Security > MAC Filter to open the MAC Filter screen. Select the Enable check box to
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activate MAC filter function.
Find the MAC address of Thomas' computer in this screen. Select Allow. Click Apply.
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Thomas can also grant access to the computers of other members of his family and friends.
However, Josephine and others not listed in this screen will no longer be able to access the Internet
through the Device.
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