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Protective Effects Corresponding to the Preset Protective, Standard, Advanced, Firewall
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HUAWEI HG256 User Guide 6 Configuring Frequently Used Functions Operation An Internet user runs the ping command to test the connectivity between the PC and your router. An Internet user performs other accessing operations on your router. Protective Effects Corresponding to the Preset Protective Levels of the Firewall Block-All High Medium Standard Low Disable × × × × √ √ × × × × × √ NOTE z A tick (√) indicates that the firewall at this level allows the operation. z A cross (×) indicates that the firewall at this level prohibits the operation. z FTP = File Transfer Protocol When the HG256 is delivered, the level of the firewall is set to Standard. Normally, it is recommended that you set the level of the firewall to Standard. Thus, the network security can be ensured and most requirements for using the network can be met. If you have special requirements for using the network, you can set the protective level as required or define more firewall rules. Configuration Example For example, you have stringent requirements on network security. To allow the PCs on a LAN to only browse Web pages and prohibit Internet users from accessing the HG256, you can set the firewall level of the HG256 to High as follows: Step 1 Log in to the Web-based configuration utility. Step 2 In the navigation tree, choose Advanced > Firewall. The firewall page is displayed. Step 3 Select High for Firewall level. Step 4 Click Submit. ----End Huawei Proprietary and Confidential 6-13 Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd