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Introducing the ZyXEL Device

This chapter introduces the main applications and features of the ZyXEL Device. It also introduces the ways you can manage the ZyXEL Device.

1.1 Overview

The P-870HW-51a v2 is a VDSL2 gateway that allows super-fast, secure Internet access over analog (POTS) telephone lines.

you can use Quality of Service (QoS) to efficiently manage traffic on your network by giving priority to certain types of traffic and/or to particular computers.

Please refer to the following description of the product name format.

•“H” denotes an integrated 4-port hub (switch).

•“W” denotes wireless functionality. There is an embedded mini-PCI module for IEEE 802.11g wireless LAN connectivity.

Only use firmware for your ZyXEL Device’s specific model. Refer to the label on the bottom of your ZyXEL Device.

See Chapter 19 on page 187 for a full list of features.

1.2 Ways to Manage the ZyXEL Device

Use any of the following methods to manage the ZyXEL Device.

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

•TR-069. This is an auto-configuration server used to remotely configure your device.

 

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P-870HW-51a v2 User’s Guide