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... Screen 6-4 Chapter 7 Maintenance ...7-1 7.1 The About Screen ...7-1 7.2 Uninstalling the ZyXEL Utility ...7-2 7.3 Upgrading the ZyXEL Utility...7-2 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ...8-1 8.1 Problems Starting the ZyXEL Utility Program 8-1 8.2 Problem with the Link Status ...8-2 8.3 Problems Communicating With Other Computers 8-2 8.4 Related Documentation...8-3 8.5 User Guide Feedback ...8-3 8.6 Customer Support ...8-3 Appendix A Product Specifications...A Appendix B Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool C Appendix C Management with Wireless...
... Screen 6-4 Chapter 7 Maintenance ...7-1 7.1 The About Screen ...7-1 7.2 Uninstalling the ZyXEL Utility ...7-2 7.3 Upgrading the ZyXEL Utility...7-2 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ...8-1 8.1 Problems Starting the ZyXEL Utility Program 8-1 8.2 Problem with the Link Status ...8-2 8.3 Problems Communicating With Other Computers 8-2 8.4 Related Documentation...8-3 8.5 User Guide Feedback ...8-3 8.6 Customer Support ...8-3 Appendix A Product Specifications...A Appendix B Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool C Appendix C Management with Wireless...
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...-in antenna • Driver support for Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP 1.2 • • • • • Syntax Conventions "Type" or "Enter" means for you to use the ZyXEL Utility. 1.1 About Your G-162 The G-162 is referred to as the ZyXEL Utility in this guide. The ZyXEL G-162 802.11g Wireless CardBus Card is an...
...-in antenna • Driver support for Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP 1.2 • • • • • Syntax Conventions "Type" or "Enter" means for you to use the ZyXEL Utility. 1.1 About Your G-162 The G-162 is referred to as the ZyXEL Utility in this guide. The ZyXEL G-162 802.11g Wireless CardBus Card is an...
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... Methods To configure your G-162, use one of the following applications: ¾ ZyXEL Utility (This guide shows you how to configure the G-162 using the ZyXEL Utility) ¾ Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) (recommended for more wireless clients communicate directly to install the ZyXEL Utility and make hardware connections...up a small independent wireless workgroup without an AP, use the Ad-Hoc mode. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 1.4.2 Ad-Hoc In case you prefer to the Odyssey Client documentation for Windows XP) In Windows XP, you must be the same as the access point (AP) or peer ...
... Methods To configure your G-162, use one of the following applications: ¾ ZyXEL Utility (This guide shows you how to configure the G-162 using the ZyXEL Utility) ¾ Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) (recommended for more wireless clients communicate directly to install the ZyXEL Utility and make hardware connections...up a small independent wireless workgroup without an AP, use the Ad-Hoc mode. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 1.4.2 Ad-Hoc In case you prefer to the Odyssey Client documentation for Windows XP) In Windows XP, you must be the same as the access point (AP) or peer ...
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... screens are shown in the system tray to display the on-line help window. 1.7.1 ZyXEL Utility Screen Summary This summarizes the ZyXEL Utility screens. 1-4 Getting Started Table 1-1ZyXEL Utility: System Tray Icon COLOR DESCRIPTION Red The G-162 is not connected to a wireless network or is connected to the following table for an available wireless...
... screens are shown in the system tray to display the on-line help window. 1.7.1 ZyXEL Utility Screen Summary This summarizes the ZyXEL Utility screens. 1-4 Getting Started Table 1-1ZyXEL Utility: System Tray Icon COLOR DESCRIPTION Red The G-162 is not connected to a wireless network or is connected to the following table for an available wireless...
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.... You must also make the same change the OTIST setup key on the OTIST-enabled AP, you want to use batteries) in a Windows 98 computer, it may also reboot. Otherwise, select a number based on the OTISTenabled AP at the maximum available transmission rate. OTIST (...as the OTISTenabled AP or wireless router. If the G-162 resides in power saving mode. The process takes about three minutes to /from the drop-down list box. The G-162 remains in power saving mode until there is "01234567". ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Table 6-1 Adapter LABEL DESCRIPTION Transfer Rate Select...
.... You must also make the same change the OTIST setup key on the OTIST-enabled AP, you want to use batteries) in a Windows 98 computer, it may also reboot. Otherwise, select a number based on the OTISTenabled AP at the maximum available transmission rate. OTIST (...as the OTISTenabled AP or wireless router. If the G-162 resides in power saving mode. The process takes about three minutes to /from the drop-down list box. The G-162 remains in power saving mode until there is "01234567". ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Table 6-1 Adapter LABEL DESCRIPTION Transfer Rate Select...
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... and Device Manager. Install the G-162 in another computer. You need to disable the Windows XP configuration tool (refer to help you should contact your local vendor. In this case, you to diagnose and to configure the G-162 at the same time, the ZyXEL Utility icon does not display. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Chapter 8 Troubleshooting This...
... and Device Manager. Install the G-162 in another computer. You need to disable the Windows XP configuration tool (refer to help you should contact your local vendor. In this case, you to diagnose and to configure the G-162 at the same time, the ZyXEL Utility icon does not display. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Chapter 8 Troubleshooting This...
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... Wireless LAN Configuration Tool C The screen varies depending on the version of Windows XP service pack. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Appendix B Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool Windows XP includes a configuration tool (also known as Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC)) for wireless connections in the system tray. Via the Wireless Network System Tray Icon ...
... Wireless LAN Configuration Tool C The screen varies depending on the version of Windows XP service pack. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Appendix B Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool Windows XP includes a configuration tool (also known as Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC)) for wireless connections in the system tray. Via the Wireless Network System Tray Icon ...
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Windows XP SP1: When a Wireless Network Connection window displays, click Advanced.... ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2. Diagram 2 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Windows XP SP2: When a Wireless Network Connection window displays, click Change advanced settings under Related Tasks and then the Wireless Networks tab. Diagram 3 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection D Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool
Windows XP SP1: When a Wireless Network Connection window displays, click Advanced.... ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2. Diagram 2 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Windows XP SP2: When a Wireless Network Connection window displays, click Change advanced settings under Related Tasks and then the Wireless Networks tab. Diagram 3 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection D Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool
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ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. Diagram 4 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool E Click OK.
ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. Diagram 4 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool E Click OK.
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ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Diagram 5 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Properties Via the Control Panel 1. If the icon for the wireless network connection is not in the system tray, click Start, Control Panel and double-click Network Connections. F Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool
ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Diagram 5 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Properties Via the Control Panel 1. If the icon for the wireless network connection is not in the system tray, click Start, Control Panel and double-click Network Connections. F Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool
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Diagram 6 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Status Diagram 7 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Status Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool G Double-click on the icon for wireless network connection to display a status window as shown below. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2.
Diagram 6 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Status Diagram 7 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Status Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool G Double-click on the icon for wireless network connection to display a status window as shown below. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2.
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Click Properties and click the Wireless Networks tab. 4. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. Click OK. Diagram 8 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties H Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3.
Click Properties and click the Wireless Networks tab. 4. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. Click OK. Diagram 8 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties H Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3.
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ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Diagram 9 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Properties Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool I
ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Diagram 9 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Properties Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool I
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... appendix shows you see the following screen, refer to Appendix B. If you how to manage your G-162 using the Windows XP wireless zero configuration tool. Be sure you should at least have the Windows XP service pack 2 installed on starting WZC. Refer to article 871122 on the Microsoft web site for... information on your computer and download the support patch for WPA from the Microsoft web site. Otherwise, you have the Windows XP service pack 1 already on your computer. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Appendix C Management with Wireless Zero Configuration K
... appendix shows you see the following screen, refer to Appendix B. If you how to manage your G-162 using the Windows XP wireless zero configuration tool. Be sure you should at least have the Windows XP service pack 2 installed on starting WZC. Refer to article 871122 on the Microsoft web site for... information on your computer and download the support patch for WPA from the Microsoft web site. Otherwise, you have the Windows XP service pack 1 already on your computer. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Appendix C Management with Wireless Zero Configuration K
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...Icon The type of the wireless network icon in Windows XP SP2 indicates the status of connecting to a wireless network. Chart 1 Windows XP SP2: System Tray Icon ICON DESCRIPTION The G-162 is not connected to a wireless network. The G-162 is connected to a wireless network. Double-click ...details. The G-162 is limited because the network did not assign a network address to open the Wireless Network Connection Status screen. Refer to the following table for wireless connections in the system tray to the computer. The connection to a Wireless Network 1. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide ...
...Icon The type of the wireless network icon in Windows XP SP2 indicates the status of connecting to a wireless network. Chart 1 Windows XP SP2: System Tray Icon ICON DESCRIPTION The G-162 is not connected to a wireless network. The G-162 is connected to a wireless network. Double-click ...details. The G-162 is limited because the network did not assign a network address to open the Wireless Network Connection Status screen. Refer to the following table for wireless connections in the system tray to the computer. The connection to a Wireless Network 1. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide ...
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Windows XP SP2: In the Wireless Network Connection Status screen, click View Wireless Networks to open the Wireless Network Connection screen. Diagram 12 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Status Management with Wireless Zero Configuration M ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2.
Windows XP SP2: In the Wireless Network Connection Status screen, click View Wireless Networks to open the Wireless Network Connection screen. Diagram 12 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection Status Management with Wireless Zero Configuration M ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 2.
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ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Windows XP SP1: In the Wireless Network Connection Status screen, click Properties and the Wireless Networks tab to open the Wireless Network Connection Properties screen. Diagram 13 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Status N Management with Wireless Zero Configuration
ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Windows XP SP1: In the Wireless Network Connection Status screen, click Properties and the Wireless Networks tab to open the Wireless Network Connection Properties screen. Diagram 13 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Status N Management with Wireless Zero Configuration
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ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3. Select a wireless network in the wireless network list. Management with Wireless Zero Configuration O Windows XP SP2: Click Refresh network list to join the selected wireless network. Diagram 14 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection The following table describes the icons in the list and click Connect to reload and search for the wireless network. Chart 2 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection ICON DESCRIPTION This denotes that wireless security is activated for available wireless devices within transmission range.
ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 3. Select a wireless network in the wireless network list. Management with Wireless Zero Configuration O Windows XP SP2: Click Refresh network list to join the selected wireless network. Diagram 14 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection The following table describes the icons in the list and click Connect to reload and search for the wireless network. Chart 2 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection ICON DESCRIPTION This denotes that wireless security is activated for available wireless devices within transmission range.
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... to the section on security settings (discussed later) for more information. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Chart 2 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection ICON DESCRIPTION This denotes that you specify. Diagram 15 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties P Management with Wireless Zero Configuration .... This denotes the signal strength of the wireless network. Windows XP SP1: Click Refresh to see details on the signal strength. Ordering your preferred networks is important because the G-162 tries to associate to the preferred network first in the Available...
... to the section on security settings (discussed later) for more information. ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide Chart 2 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection ICON DESCRIPTION This denotes that you specify. Diagram 15 Windows XP SP1: Wireless Network Connection Properties P Management with Wireless Zero Configuration .... This denotes the signal strength of the wireless network. Windows XP SP1: Click Refresh to see details on the signal strength. Ordering your preferred networks is important because the G-162 tries to associate to the preferred network first in the Available...
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... security is an available wireless network. The following table describes the connection icons. Management with Wireless Zero Configuration Q ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 4. Diagram 16 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection: WEP or WPA-PSK Diagram 17 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection: No Security 5. Verify that you have successfully connected to the selected network...
... security is an available wireless network. The following table describes the connection icons. Management with Wireless Zero Configuration Q ZyXEL G-162 User's Guide 4. Diagram 16 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection: WEP or WPA-PSK Diagram 17 Windows XP SP2: Wireless Network Connection: No Security 5. Verify that you have successfully connected to the selected network...