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z40 Quick Install Guide for full SD-WAN Deployment

The following steps should be followed for each z40 unit being deployed at each location.
  1. Unbox and Verify Package Contents

    Remove the z40 and accessories from the boc. Verify the following items are included:

    • 1x z40
    • 1x power supply
    • 4x 5G antennae
    • 2x 4G antennae
    • 2x Wi-Fi antennae
    • 1x GPS antenna

    If any items are missing, please contact support before proceeding.
  2. Attach antennae

    Left Panel / Right Panel
    Front Panel
    Rear Panel

    Follow the labeled indicators on each antenna and the z40 to connect correctly:

    • 5G antennae

      Attach the four 5G antennae to the designated ports on the left side of the z40 when viewing the front.

    • 4G antennae

      Connect the two 4G antennae on the right side of the z40 when viewing the front.

    • Wi-Fi antennae

      Secure the two Wi-Fi antennae to the front panel ports.

    • GPS antenna

      Attach the single GPS antenna in the slot between the 4G antenna ports on the left side.

    Ensure each antenna is securely tightened to avoid signal issues.
  3. Power On the z40 Unit

    1. Plug the included power adapter into the DC12V power port on the back right of the z40.
    2. Connect the adapter to a wall outlet.
    3. Wait for the z40 to boot up; the B LED should turn solid blue to indicate readiness.

    If the power light does not turn on, verify the outlet’s functionality or contact support.
  4. Configure the Mobile Connection

    To verify Mobile (LTE/5G) functionality:

      1. Connect a computer to LAN2 port on the z40 or connect to Wi-Fi.
      2. From that same computer, open up your preferred web browser and navigate to the URL found on the label on the bottom of the z40 device.
      • Default Credentials You may find the default credentials on the label on the bottom of the z40 device.
  5. In the console, go to the Network settings and confirm that the LTE/5G signal(s) and connectivity are active

Mobile signal strength may vary based on your location; adjust the z40 placement if necessary for better Mobile performance.
  • Run Initial Performance Benchmarks

    to confirm basic setup functionality, perform these tests:

    • Wi-Fi Speed Test

      Connect a PC or mobile device to the z40’s Wi-Fi network and perform a speed test on Fast.com.

      • The default SSID can be found by logging into the z40 Management Console and going to Wi-Fi in the navigation tree, clicking on the Access Point Mode tab, and checking the entry under SSID in the WLAN Info table.
      • Default Password: Check the label on the bottom of the z40 device.

      Expected Speed Range will vary based on ISP plan and device compatibility.
    • LAN and Mobile Network Speed Test

      Conduct a speed test over LAN and Mobile (LTE/5G) to confirm both wired and mobile network functionality.

      Expected Mobile Network Speed Range will vary based on network quality.

    Document the speed test results and confirm they meet expected performance metrics.

  • Connect Network Cables

    • WAN Ports

      Plug in the main internet (ISP) connection(s) into the ‘WAN’ port(s) on the back of the z40.

    • LAN Ports

      Connect the required LAN cables to the designated ‘LAN’ ports

    Verify that the cables are firmly connected to avoid connectivity issues during setup.
  • Configure zWAN Director Onboarding

    For SD-WAN and multi-office deployment, onboard the z40 to your zWAN Director tenant.

    1. Login to your tenant with the credentials provided to you by the AmZetta Support Team.

      If you do not have the login credentials or have misplaced them, please contact support.
    2. Click on Onboarding in the left-hand navigation tree and look for any Pending Edge Controllers and click the Onboarding button next to each device you would like to onboard.
    3. Enter a Name and a Description and click ONBOARD

      All required configuration (IPsec tunnels, LAN configurations, Wi-Fi settings, etc.) will be configured automatically after onboarding based on the configured templates.
  • Integrate the z40 into the Network Fabric

    Choose one of the following two integration methods:

    • Option A: Behind Existing Firewall

      The quickest method of integration is to integrate the z40 behind an existing network firewall. A few simple steps will get the z40 up and running:

      1. Connect the z40’s ‘WAN’ port on the z40 to one of the existing firewall’s LAN port.
      2. Access the z40 management console and assign a static IP on the WAN port.
    • Go to Interfaces in the left-hand navigation tree and then click the three dots on the top-right corner of ‘WAN00’ to bring up a menu and select Add IP.
    • Type in the required information for the static IP and click Add.
    • Click on the three dots again and select Disable DHCP. This will remove the DHCP IP and ensure only the static IP is running on the WAN interface.
  • Update the corporate network’s default gateway to direct to the z40.
  • Option B: Replace Existing Firewall with z40 as Primary Firewall

    The z40 can act as the primary firewall, replacing an existing firewall.

    1. Connect the main ISP line(s) to the ‘WAN’ port(s) on the z40.
    2. Attach LAN port(s) to the corporate network switches for connectivity.
    3. In the z40 Management Console, define DHCP scopes for each LAN Port.
    4. Setup firewall rules to mirror the previous firewall’s configurations, if any.
  • Test WAN failover

    Complete a WAN failover test to ensure uninterrupted connectivity in case the primary connection fails.

    1. Disconnect the primary WAN connection temporarily and confirm the z40 switches to a backup connection (such as Mobile network).
    2. Reconnect the primary WAN line and verify it resumes as the active connection.

Additional Tips for Success

  • Resetting to Factory Settings

    If any issues arise during configuration, the z40 can e reset by pressing and holding the reset button (located on the front bottom right corner) for 10 seconds.

  • Firmware Check

    Ensure the z40 is running the latest firmware. The z40 is always shipped with the latest firmware version at time of shipment. The AmZetta support team will reach out with any additional firmware updates during your POC.

  • Documentation

    Retain screenshots or notes of each configuration step in case adjustments are required later.

  • Support Contact

    If issues arise beyond the scope of this guide, please contact support at [email protected] or call 1-800-892-6625.

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