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ZyWALL SSL 10 User’s Guide
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Introduction
This chapter introduces secure network access and gives an overview of the remote user
screens on the ZyWALL.
1.1 Overview
The ZyWALL provides secure connection to network resources such as applications, files,
intranet sites or e-mails through web-based interface using Microsoft Outlook Web Access
(OWA). No additional computer configuration or software installation is required.
The following figure shows a network example where a remote user (A) logs into the
ZyWALL (SSL10) from the Internet to access the web server (WWW) on the local network.
Figure 1 Network Example
1.1.1 Network Resource Access Methods
As a remote user, you can access resources on the local network using one of the following
methods.
• Using a standard web browser supported
Once you have successfully logged in through the ZyWALL, you can access any intranet
site, web-based applications or web-based e-mails using a standard web browser. You do
not have to install or pre-launch any application on your computer.
• Using the Java thin clients
The ZyWALL automatically load Java thin client programs to your computer after a
successful login. With the thin clients, you can access servers, remote desktops and
manage files as if you were on the local network.
1.1.2 System Requirements
The following lists the browser and computer system requirements for remote user access.
A SSL10
WWW
Internet Internet