ZyXEL Communications ZyXEL ZyWALL 2WE - Manual (Page 31)

ZyWALL 2 and ZyWALL 2WE
Getting to Know Your ZyWALL 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your ZyWALL
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the ZyWALL.
1.1 Introducing the ZyWALL 2/2WE Internet Security Gateway
The ZyWALL 2 and 2WE (Wireless LAN Embedded) are ideal secure gateways for all data passing between
the Internet and the LAN.
By integrating NAT, firewall and VPN capability, ZyXEL’s ZyWALL 2/2WE is a complete security solution
that protects your Intranet and efficiently manages data traffic on your network. The ZyWALL 2WE has a
built in wireless LAN that makes it easy for computers with IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN cards to connect to
the network and the Internet.
The embedded web configurator is easy to operate and totally independent of your operating system
platform.
1.2 Features
Here is a list of the ZyWALL’s key features.
1.2.1 Physical Features
4-Port Switch
A combination of switch and router makes your ZyWALL a cost-effective and viable network solution. You
can connect up to four computers to the ZyWALL without the cost of a hub. Use a hub to add more than four
computers to your LAN.
Auto-negotiating 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN
The LAN interfaces automatically detect if they are on a 10 or a 100 Mbps Ethernet.
Auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN
The LAN interfaces automatically adjust to either a crossover or straight-through Ethernet cable.
Auto-negotiating 10/100 Mbps Ethernet WAN
The 10/100 Mbps Ethernet WAN port attaches to the Internet via broadband modem or router and
automatically detects if it’s on a 10 or a 100 Mbps Ethernet.