ZyXEL Communications Corporation NBG6616 Manuel D’Utilisation

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NBG6616 User’s Guide
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Introduction
1.1  Overview
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the NBG6616.
The NBG6616 extends the range of your existing wired network without additional wiring, providing 
easy network access to mobile users. You can set up a wireless network with other IEEE 802.11a/b/
g/n/ac compatible devices. The NBG6616 is able to function both 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks at the 
same time.
A range of services such as a firewall and content filtering are also available for secure Internet 
computing. 
There are two USB 2.0 ports on the side panel of your NBG6616. You can connect USB (version 2.0 
or lower) memory sticks, USB hard drives, or USB devices for file sharing. The NBG6616 
automatically detects the USB devices. 
Note: For the USB function, it is strongly recommended to use version 2.0 or lower USB 
storage devices (such as memory sticks, USB hard drives) and/or USB devices. 
Other USB products are not guaranteed to function properly with the NBG6616.
1.2  Applications
Your can have the following networks with the NBG6616:
• Wired. You can connect network devices via the Ethernet ports of the NBG6616 so that they can 
communicate with each other and access the Internet.
• Wireless. Wireless clients can connect to the NBG6616 to access network resources. You can 
use WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) to create an instant network connection with another WPS-
compatible device.
• WAN. Connect to a broadband modem/router for Internet access.
1.3  Ways to Manage the NBG6616
Use any of the following methods to manage the NBG6616.
• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). You can use the WPS button or the WPS section of the Web 
Configurator to set up a wireless network with your NBG6616.
• Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the NBG6616 using a 
(supported) web browser.