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ZoneAlarm Z100G Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 Secure Wireless Router Z1 00 G Getting Started Guide Helpful Information on Installation and Set-Up...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This Getting Started Guide will help you understand and effectively use ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router ® Z100G. We’ve made the product simple to set up and provide you with step-by-step instructions. Table of Contents Overview ..........................3 What do you need in order to begin the installation? ............3 Section One: Getting Started .....................

  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G is the first comprehensive security solution for home networks. ® Developed and supported by SofaWare Technologies, an affiliate of Check Point Software Technologies, the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G incorporates the same ®...

  • Page 4: Part 3: Connect Your Network

    Part 3: Connect Your Network Connect one end of the network cable provided with your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G to ® • the WAN port on the appliance rear panel, and connect the other end to your cable or DSL modem, as shown in the figure below.

  • Page 5: Part 4: Configure Your Pcs

    If prompted to restart your PC, click Yes. Restart your DSL or Cable Modem. Note: The configuration process varies between operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh or another operating system, please consult the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G User Guide provided on the enclosed CD-ROM.

  • Page 6: Section Two: Setup Wizard

    It will guide you through the basic configuration procedures. You can run the setup wizard again any time by choosing Setup from the menu in the my.firewall interface, and clicking the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G Setup Wizard button. ® Click Next.

  • Page 7: Part 2: Connect To The Internet

    Part 2: Connect to the Internet The first part of the setup wizard guides you through the configuration of your Internet connection. Before proceeding, make sure no computers are currently using your Internet connection and that the ZoneAlarm ® Secure Wireless Router Z100G is the only device connected to your modem.
  • Page 8 Type in your username (as provided by your ISP) Type in your password (as provided by your ISP) Retype your password If you do not have all the information required to fill out this form, please contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click Next.
  • Page 9 Fill out the form with the login information provided to you by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Type in your username (as provided by your ISP) Type in your password (as provided by your ISP) Retype your password Type your Service Name (as provided by your ISP) Type the IP address of the PPTP modem...
  • Page 10 Option 4: Static IP Connection Select Static IP. • Click Next. • Fill out the form with the login information provided to you by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The static IP address pro- vided to you by your ISP. Select the subnet mask that applies to the static IP address provided to you by...
  • Page 11 Option 5: DHCP (Dynamic IP) connection No further settings are required. • Select DCHP. • Click Next. • Proceed to Step  (Page 1). •...
  • Page 12 Review the connection settings and click Next. If the settings appear incorrect, click Back and correct the configuration. Step 3: Establishing Connection ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G will now attempt to connect to the Internet with ® the selected connectivity method and login information. Upon a successful connection, a finish screen appears.

  • Page 13: Part 3: Setting Time And Date

    Part 3: Setting Time and Date Setting the correct time and date on your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G will ensure the event log ® provides you with the correct event time and remote access VPN connections function properly. Make sure the date and time on your computer are set correctly and then select Your Computer’s Clock.

  • Page 14: Part 4: Configuring Your Secure Wireless Network

    WPA-Personal is the recommended method of encryption for home and home office wireless networks. To learn about other wireless encryption methods, please refer to page 98 in the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G User Guide provided on the enclosed CD-ROM.
  • Page 15 Enter your pass-phrase here. Click here to create a random- ized pass-phrase automatically. Select a hard to guess phrase 8- characters long. It is recommended you use both letters and digits. For example: “Live Long and Prosper 101”. Note: You can use blanks and the pass-phrase is case-sensitive. Click Next.

  • Page 16: Part 5: Changing The Product Key

    Part 5: Changing the Product Key Unless otherwise instructed when purchasing your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G, there is no ® need to change the product key of your appliance, and you may skip this part of the wizard. Choose Keep these Settings.
  • Page 17 Three, Part  in this guide. Otherwise, deselect Connect to a Service Center. Click Next. • Click Finish. • Congratulations! You have completed the basic installation and configuration process of your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless ® Router Z100G. It is now ready to securely connect your PCs to the Internet.

  • Page 18: Section Three: Subscription Security Services

    Section Three: Subscription Security Services In order to receive comprehensive security services for your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G such ® as antivirus and security updates, you need to activate your subscription and connect to a service center. Part 1: Activate Your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G ®...

  • Page 19: Part 2: Connecting To A Service Center

    Part 2: Connecting to a Service Center Upon receiving your service center login information, proceed with your service center connection. Step 1: Opening the Service Center Connection Wizard Go to http://my.firewall and log in with the administrator username and password and click on Services in the left hand menu.
  • Page 20 In case you followed the instructions in Step 1, choose zone.sofaware.com. Click Next. • Proceed to Step . • In case the value-added services are provided to you by your Internet Service Provider or Network Security Service Provider, choose Specified IP and type the IP as provided by the Service Provider. Click Next.
  • Page 21 Step 3: Establishing Connection Your ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G will now attempt to connect to the service center. ® A confirmation screen appears. • Click Next to confirm the configuration. • Upon a successful connection, a finish screen appears.

  • Page 22: Section Four: Additional Feature Configuration

    Secure Wireless Router Z100G. ® The ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G network antivirus includes a flexible mechanism that allows you ® to define exactly which traffic should be scanned, by specifying the protocol, ports, and source and destination IP addresses.
  • Page 23 Review the description of the rule you created and click Finish. If the description of the rule appears incorrect, click Back and correct the configuration. To learn more about the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G antivirus and about antivirus policy con- ® figuration, please refer to page 199 in the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G User Guide provided on ®...

  • Page 24: Part 2: Configuring Your Network Security Level

    A message notifying change in the firewall security policy is saved successfully appeared. You can learn more about what each level means by referring to page 18 in the ZoneAlarm ®...

  • Page 25: Part 3: Configuring Smartdefense Security Settings

    Among others, SmartDefense aids proper usage of Internet resources, such as, instant messaging, Peer-to- Peer (PP) file sharing, file-sharing operations, and File Transfer Protocol (FTP) uploading. You can learn more about SmartDefense by referring to page 151 in the ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G User Guide provided on the enclosed CD-ROM.
  • Page 26 In case you are running public servers on your network, select the types of public servers you are running from the list. Click Next. • Select from the list applications you want to block from being used in your network. •...

  • Page 27: Part 4: Printer Sharing Setup

    Part 4: Printer Sharing Setup ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G includes a built-in print server, enabling you to connect USB- ® based printers to the appliance and share them across the network (up to four when using computers that use Windows 000/XP operating system, and one when using computers with a MAC OS X operating system).
  • Page 28 Click Next. • The Local or Network Printer dialog box appears. Click Local printer attached to this computer. • Deselect the Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer check box. • Click Next. • The Select a Printer Port dialog box appears. Click Create a new port.
  • Page 29 The Add Standard TCP/IP Port Wizard opens with the Welcome dialog box displayed. Click Next. • The Add Port dialog box appears. In the Printer Name or IP Address field, type “my.firewall”. • The Port Name field is filled in automatically. Click Next.
  • Page 30 • The Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor dialog box opens. In the Port Number field, type the printer’s port number, as shown in the Printers page in the ZoneAlarm ® Secure Wireless Router Z100G interface. See illustration on Page  of this guide for details.
  • Page 31 Click Next. • Click Finish. • Select your printer manufacturer and model from the list. If your printer does not appear in the lists, insert the CD supplied with your printer in the computer CD-ROM drive, and click Have Disk. Click Next.
  • Page 32 Enter a name for the printer. • Choose if you would like to use this printer as a default printer. • Click Next. • Choose Do not share this printer. • Click Next. • Choose Yes in order to print a test page. •...
  • Page 33 Review the printer settings and click Finish. If the settings appear incorrect, click Back and • correct the configuration. Now you need to do the following: The printer appears in the Printers and Faxes window. • Right-click the printer and click Properties in the popup menu. •...

  • Page 34: Section Five: Configure A Computer To Connect To The Wireless Network

    Section Five: Configure a Computer to Connect to the Wireless Network Before continuing, make sure the PC you want to connect to the wireless network is configured correctly, and has a wireless Network Access Card installed. For Windows XP Operating Systems: Once a wireless network is detected, a notifying icon will appear in the system tray in the lower right area •...

  • Page 35: Section Six: Software Updates And Technical Support

    You can also enjoy a wealth of add-on security services in simple, flexible packages delivered to your appliance transparently and regularly for the ultimate Internet experience. To learn more, go to: www.zonelabs.com/z100g...
  • Page 36 Office, SmartDefense, SmartDefense Advisor, TrueVector, ZoneAlarm, ZoneAlarm Anti-Spyware, ZoneAlarm Antivirus, ZoneAlarm Internet Security Suite, ZoneAlarm Pro, ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router, Zone Labs, and the Zone Labs logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. or its affiliates. All other product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. The products described in this document are protected by U.S.

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