ZyXEL Communications OMC-2301, User Manual

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Chapter 1 Introducing the OMC
OMC-2301 User’s Guide
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Figure 2 FTTH Network Example
In the following FTTB (Fiber To The Building) example, the OLT-2300 provides Internet
access for tenants in the two buildings through fiber connections.
Figure 3 FTTB Network Example
1.3 Ways to Manage the OMC
Use any of the following methods to manage the OMC.
• Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the OMC using a
(supported) web browser.
• Command Line Interface. Line commands are mostly used for troubleshooting by service
engineers.
• FTP for firmware upgrades and configuration backup/restore.
• SNMP. The device can be monitored by an SNMP manager. See the SNMP chapter in this
User’s Guide.
1.4 Good Habits for Managing the OMC
Do the following things regularly to make the OMC more secure and to manage the OMC
more effectively.
• Change the password. Use a password that’s not easy to guess and that consists of
different types of characters, such as numbers and letters.
• Write down the password and put it in a safe place.
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