ZyXEL G-2000 Plus v2 Quick Start Guide

Overview

The ZyXEL G-2000 Plus v2 (the ZyXEL device) is a router with a built-in wireless LAN access point that makes it easy for people to set up a small home/office network and share Internet access via a (cable/DSL) modem or router. This Quick Start Guide introduces the ZyXEL device and shows you how to use the web configurator wizard. See your User's Guide for configuration details and background information on all ZyXEL device features using the SMT (System Management Terminal) and web configurator.

1 Hardware Installation

Follow the steps below to connect the supplied antennas.

1. Locate the antenna connectors on the sides of your ZyXEL device.
2. Screw the antennas clockwise onto the antenna connectors. The antennas should be perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other.

Note: Make sure the antennas are securely screwed onto the antenna connectors.

2 Hardware Connections

Description of ports:

• 1 LAN: Use an Ethernet cable to connect at least one computer for initial ZyXEL device configuration. These ports are auto-negotiating (can connect at 10 or 100Mbps) and auto-crossover (automatically adjust to the type of Ethernet cable you use (straight-through or crossover)).
• 2 WAN: Connect your modem or router to this port with an Ethernet cable.

Description of the rear panel diagram: Shows LAN ports, WAN port, RESET button, and POWER socket (12VDC).

3 Device Buttons and Indicators

• RESET: Use only if you've forgotten the ZyXEL device's password. It returns the ZyXEL device to the factory defaults (password is 1234 and LAN IP address 192.168.1.1). Refer to the User's Guide for more information.
• POWER: Use the included power adapter to connect the POWER socket to an appropriate power source.

Front Panel Lights:

• The PWR light turns steady on when the power adapter is connected.
• The SYS light blinks while performing system testing and then turns steady on if the testing is successful.
• The ZyAIR (breathing) light turns steady on while the wireless card on the ZyXEL device is working.
• The LAN and WAN lights turn on, if the corresponding ports are properly connected. If the lights are not on, check your connections and inspect your cables for damage. If you still have problems, contact your local vendor.

Description of the front panel diagram: Shows the ZyAIR button, ZyXEL logo, and indicator lights (PWR, SYS, ZyAIR, LAN 1-3, WAN).

3 Accessing the Web Configurator

1. In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1.
2. Enter the password 1234. Then, click Login.
3. Enter a new password, retype it to confirm and click Apply.
4. Click Apply to replace the factory default certificate.

Note: If you do not change the password or choose not to replace your factory default certificate, you will be prompted to do so every time you login to your ZyXEL device.

Description of screenshots: Shows the login page with fields for password and buttons for Login and Reset. A screen to change the password with fields for New Password and Retype to Confirm, and buttons for Apply and Ignore. A 'Replace Factory Default Certificate' dialog with options to Apply or Ignore.

4 Wizard Setup

The wizard is divided into two parts. First configure your wireless LAN and security and then set up your connection to the Internet.

4.1 Wireless LAN

The wizard consists of a series of screens to help you configure your ZyAIR for wireless stations to access your wired LAN. Refer to your User's Guide for more background information on each field.

1. The first wizard screen helps you with the General Setup of your ZyXEL device. System Name is a unique name to identify the ZyXEL device in an Ethernet network. Enter a descriptive name.
2. Enter a Domain Name if your ISP requires a domain name for authentication; otherwise leave it blank. Click Next to continue.

Description of General Setup screen: Fields for System Name and Domain Name, with a 'Next' button.

2. Use the second wizard screen to set up the wireless LAN.
• Name(SSID): is a unique name to identify the ZyXEL device in a wireless LAN. Enter a descriptive name.
• The range of radio frequencies used by IEEE 802.11b/g wireless devices is called a channel. Use the Choose Channel ID drop-down list box to select a channel that is not already in use by a neighboring device.
• In the Security list box:
  • Choose None to have no wireless LAN security configured.
  • Choose Basic(WEP) security if you want to configure WEP Encryption parameters.
  • Choose Extend(WPA-PSK with customized key) or Extend(WPA2-PSK with customized key) security to configure a pre-shared key.

Note: If you do not enable any wireless security on your ZyXEL device, your network is accessible to any wireless networking device that is within range.

Description of Wireless LAN Setup screen: Fields for Name(SSID), Choose Channel ID, and Security dropdown.

3. If you chose Basic(WEP) security in the previous screen to setup WEP encryption parameters: Enter a Passphrase (up to 32 printable characters) and click Generate and the ZyXEL device automatically generates a WEP key. Or Enter a manual key in a Key field and select ASCII or Hex WEP key input method. Select 64-bit WEP or 128-bit WEP from the WEP Encryption drop-down list and click Next to continue or Back to go back to the previous screen.
4. If you chose Extend(WPA-PSK with customized key) or Extend(WPA2-PSK with customized key), you will need to set up a pre-shared key. Type from 8 to 63 case-sensitive ASCII characters.

Description of WEP/WPA setup screens: Shows options for Passphrase, Key generation, ASCII/Hex input, and Pre-Shared Key.

5. The next screen allows you to confirm your wireless LAN settings. Check your settings and click Next if you want to configure your ZyXEL device for internet access. If your network already has Internet access through another router, you can just click Finish to exit the wizard without configuring your Internet access.

Description of WLAN setup confirmation screen: Shows current security mode and options to 'Back', 'Next', or 'Finish'.

4.2 Internet Access

You need your Internet access settings from your ISP to configure the ZyXEL device in this step. The wizard screens vary depending on the Encapsulation and Service Type you choose in the first wizard screen.

1. Enter the Internet access information given to you by your ISP exactly in each wizard screen. The first screen allows you to select your encapsulation details.

Note: If no information is given for a field, leave the field set to the default.

Description of ISP Parameters screen: Fields for Encapsulation, Service Type, User Name, Password, and Login Server IP Address.

2. Depending on your encapsulation type, you may see the following screen. Select Get automatically from ISP if your ISP did not assign you a fixed IP address.
3. If your ISP provided you with a fixed IP address, select Use fixed IP address and fill in the information in the following screen.

Description of WAN IP Address Assignment screens: Shows options for DHCP or static IP, and fields for IP Address, Subnet Mask, and DNS servers.

4. Just click Next unless you know that you need to have your ZyXEL device use the same MAC address as a computer that was previously connected to the Internet.

Description of WAN MAC Address screen: Options for 'Factory default' or 'Spoof this computer's MAC Address'.

5. Click Finish to save and complete the wizard setup.

Description of Finish screen: Button to complete setup.

6. Congratulations, you have finished the basic setup of your ZyXEL device. This is the final wizard screen. You may return to the Main Menu and continue to configure other features of your ZyXEL device.

Note: If you are currently using a Wireless PC card to access this router AND you made changes to the Name(SSID), then you will need to make the same changes to your Wireless PC card AFTER you click the Finish Button. Once the changes have been made to the Wireless PC card, you will be able to connect back to the router and continue the configuration process.

Troubleshooting Internet Access: Recheck settings in this wizard. If wizard entries are correct but still cannot access the Internet, check that your ISP account is active and that the settings you entered in the wizard are correct. If you still have problems, please contact customer support.

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5 Hardware Mounting

In general, the best location for the access point is at the center of your intended wireless coverage area. For better performance, mount the ZyXEL device high up free of obstructions.

5.1 Free-standing

Place your ZyXEL device on a flat, level surface (on a desk or shelf) that is strong enough to support the weight of the ZyXEL device with connection cables.

1. Follow the steps to position your ZyXEL device on a level surface. You can use the diagrams below for instructions on how to do this.
2. Connect the screw (included) to the support holder.
3. Connect the support holder to the ZyXEL device but do not tighten the screw.
4. Twist the support holder to the side.
5. Run the connection wires through the gap in the support holder.
6. Twist the support holder back to the vertical position and tighten the screw that connects the support holder to the ZyXEL device.

Description of diagrams for free-standing mounting: Shows steps for attaching a support holder to the device, routing cables through a gap in the holder, and positioning the holder vertically.

5.2 Wall-mounted

Follow the steps to attach your ZyXEL device to a wall.

1. Locate a high position on the wall that is free of obstructions.
2. Connect two screws (not included) in the wall 80mm apart. You can use the diagram at the end of this guide to help you mark the screw holes correctly. Use screws with 6mm ~ 8mm (0.24" ~ 0.31") wide heads. Do not screw the screws all the way into the wall. Leave a small gap between the head of the screws and the wall.

Note: Make sure the screws are securely fixed to the wall and strong enough to hold the weight of the ZyXEL device with the connection cables.

3. Adjust the cables.
4. Align the holes on the back of the ZyXEL device with the screws on the wall. Hang the ZyXEL device on the screws.

Description of diagram for wall mounting: Shows screw placement 80mm apart and how to align the device's mounting holes with the screws to hang it on the wall. It also shows a dimension label '80.00 mm'.

6 Troubleshooting

Viewing Your Product's Certifications

1. Go to www.zyxel.com.
2. Select your product from the drop-down list box on the ZyXEL home page to go to that product's page.
3. Select the certification you wish to view from this page.