Prestige 2602H-6xC Support Notes

Using IP Alias

What is IP Alias ?

In a typical environment, a LAN router is required to connect two local networks. The Prestige can connect three local networks to the ISP or a remote node, we call this function as 'IP Alias'. In this case, an internal router is not required. For example, the network manager can divide the local network into three networks and connect them to the Internet using Prestige's single user account. See the figure below.

The Prestige supports three virtual LAN interfaces via its single physical Ethernet interface. The first network can be configured in menu 3.2 as usual. The second and third networks that we call 'IP Alias 1' and 'IP Alias 2' can be configured in menu 3.2.1-IP Alias Setup.

There are three internal virtual LAN interfaces for the Prestige to route the packets from/to the three networks correctly. They are enif0 for the major network, enif0:0 for the IP alias 1 and enif0:1 for the IP alias 2. Therefore, three routes are created in the Prestige as shown below when the three networks are configured. If the Prestige's DHCP is also enabled, the IP pool for the clients can be any of the three networks.

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192.168.3.0

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enif0:1

192.168.3.1

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192.168.2.0

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24

enif0:0

192.168.2.1

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041b

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192.168.1.0

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192.168.1.1

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2602H-6XC specifications

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The device supports the latest Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) technology, which enhances wireless performance by offering greater data rates and improved throughput. With combined wireless speeds of up to 1167 Mbps, the ZyXEL 2602H-6XC is designed to accommodate multiple devices simultaneously, making it perfect for busy households or small offices where various tasks are being performed concurrently.

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In summary, the ZyXEL 2602H-6XC is a powerful and flexible wireless router that integrates modern technologies to enhance connectivity, security, and management. Its dual-band capabilities, support for Wi-Fi 5, robust security features, and user-friendly interface make it an excellent choice for anyone seeking to improve their home or office networking experience.