Navigating Through the System Management Terminal Interface

The SMT is the interface that you use to configure your Prestige. Several operations that you should be familiar with before you attempt to modify the configuration of your Prestige are listed below:

Moving Forward to Another Menu. To move forward to a sub-menu below the current one, type in the number of the sub- menu and press ENTER.

Moving Backward to a Previous Menu. Press the Escape key to move back to the previous menu. The only exception is the Main Menu, where typing 99 is the only method to exit the SMT.

Moving the Cursor. Within a menu, press ENTER (carriage return) to move to the next field. You can also use the Up and Down keys to move to the previous and the next field, respectively.

Entering Information. There are two types of fields that you will need to fill in. The first requires you to type in the appropriate information. The second gives you choices to choose from. In the second case, press the space bar to cycle through the available choices.

Required Fields. Some of the fields in the SMT are essential in order to configure the Prestige. These fields will initially show a ? indicating that the information must be filled in before that menu can be saved.

N/A Fields. Some of the fields in the SMT will show a N/A. This symbol refers to an option that is not available.

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ZyXEL Communications 2864I user manual Navigating Through the System Management Terminal Interface

2864I specifications

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In terms of wireless technology, the 2864I supports the latest Wi-Fi standards, ensuring a robust connection throughout the coverage area. With dual-band support, users can benefit from both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. The 5GHz band offers faster speeds and reduced interference, making it ideal for high-bandwidth applications such as online gaming, video streaming, and video conferencing, while the 2.4GHz band provides wider coverage for everyday browsing and tasks.

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