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Getting to Know Your ZyWALL

This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the ZyWALL.

1.1ZyWALL Internet Security Appliance Overview

The ZyWALL is loaded with security features including VPN, firewall, content filtering and certificates. The ZyWALL’s De-Militarized Zone (DMZ) increases LAN security by providing separate ports for connecting publicly accessible servers. The ZyWALL is designed for small and medium sized business that need the increased throughput and reliability of dual WAN interfaces and load balancing. The ZyWALL provides the option to change port roles from LAN to DMZ.

You can also deploy the ZyWALL as a transparent firewall in an existing network with minimal configuration.

The ZyWALL provides bandwidth management, NAT, port forwarding, policy routing, DHCP server and many other powerful features.

The ZyWALL has a built-in wireless card that allows IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b or IEEE 802.11g compatible clients to securely communicate with the ZyWALL and access the wired network behind it. You can use the wireless card as part of the LAN, DMZ or WLAN.

Note: Only use firmware for your ZyWALL’s specific model.

See Chapter 49 on page 693 for a complete list of features.

1.2 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.

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

 

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