Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your ZyWALL

Figure 1 Secure Internet Access via Cable, DSL or Wireless Modem

1.2.2 VPN Application

ZyWALL VPN is an ideal cost-effective way to connect branch offices, business partners and telecommuters over the Internet without the need (and expense) for leased lines between sites.

Figure 2 VPN Application

1.3 Ways to Manage the ZyWALL

Use any of the following methods to manage the ZyWALL.

•Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the ZyWALL using a (supported) web browser.

•Command Line Interface. Line commands are mostly used for troubleshooting by service engineers.

•SMT. System Management Terminal is a text-based configuration menu that you can use to configure your device.

•FTP for firmware upgrades and configuration backup/restore (Chapter 41 on page 571)

•SNMP. The device can be monitored by an SNMP manager. See the SNMP chapter in this User’s Guide.

•Vantage CNM (Centralized Network Management). The device can be remotely managed using a Vantage CNM server.

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