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..., are connected together. For their own protection, users should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should ensure that compliance with a single line individual service may be connected to a user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may not prevent degradation of Industry. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Information...
..., are connected together. For their own protection, users should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should ensure that compliance with a single line individual service may be connected to a user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may not prevent degradation of Industry. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Information...
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ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started ...1-1 1.1 ZyAIR Hardware and Utility Installation 1-1 1.2 Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool 1-1 1.3 Accessing the ZyAIR Utility 1-3 Chapter 2 Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-1 2.1 About Wireless LAN Network 2-1 2.1.1 SSID ...2-1 2.1.2 Channel...2-1 2.1.3 Transmission Rate ...2-1 2.1.4 Wireless Network Application 2-1 2.1.5 Roaming ...2-2 2.2 The Link Info Screen...2-3 2.3 The Site Survey Screen 2-4 2.3.1 Connecting to a Wireless Network 2-5 2.4 The Configuration Screen 2-6 2.5 Wireless LAN Security 2-7 ...
ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started ...1-1 1.1 ZyAIR Hardware and Utility Installation 1-1 1.2 Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool 1-1 1.3 Accessing the ZyAIR Utility 1-3 Chapter 2 Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-1 2.1 About Wireless LAN Network 2-1 2.1.1 SSID ...2-1 2.1.2 Channel...2-1 2.1.3 Transmission Rate ...2-1 2.1.4 Wireless Network Application 2-1 2.1.5 Roaming ...2-2 2.2 The Link Info Screen...2-3 2.3 The Site Survey Screen 2-4 2.3.1 Connecting to a Wireless Network 2-5 2.4 The Configuration Screen 2-6 2.5 Wireless LAN Security 2-7 ...
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... Times New Roman font. ZyXEL Glossary and Web Site Please refer to configure your ZyAIR. Thank you ! User Guide Feedback Help us help you get your ZyAIR up and running right away. About This User's Guide This guide provides information about the ZyAIR G-200 802.11g Wireless USB Utility that you to use to www.zyxel.com for an online glossary of your new ZyAIR G-200 802.11g Wireless USB Adapter! Quick Installation Guide...
... Times New Roman font. ZyXEL Glossary and Web Site Please refer to configure your ZyAIR. Thank you ! User Guide Feedback Help us help you get your ZyAIR up and running right away. About This User's Guide This guide provides information about the ZyAIR G-200 802.11g Wireless USB Utility that you to use to www.zyxel.com for an online glossary of your new ZyAIR G-200 802.11g Wireless USB Adapter! Quick Installation Guide...
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... G-200 User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter prepares you to using the ZyAIR Utility. 1.1 ZyAIR Hardware and Utility Installation Follow the instructions in the system tray. It is recommended you install the ZyAIR Utility. Double-click on the network icon for the wireless connection in the Quick Installation Guide to install the ZyAIR Utility and driver and make hardware connections. 1.2 Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool Windows XP includes a configuration tool for the wireless network connection is not present, proceed to Step...
... G-200 User's Guide Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter prepares you to using the ZyAIR Utility. 1.1 ZyAIR Hardware and Utility Installation Follow the instructions in the system tray. It is recommended you install the ZyAIR Utility. Double-click on the network icon for the wireless connection in the Quick Installation Guide to install the ZyAIR Utility and driver and make hardware connections. 1.2 Disable Windows XP Wireless LAN Configuration Tool Windows XP includes a configuration tool for the wireless network connection is not present, proceed to Step...
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... the ZyAIR Utility icon in the system tray to the following table for the ZyAIR Utility appears in the system tray. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide 6. Green The ZyAIR is connected to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to a wireless network. Table 1-1 ZyAIR Utility: System Tray Icon COLOR DESCRIPTION Red The ZyAIR is working properly but is installed properly.
... the ZyAIR Utility icon in the system tray to the following table for the ZyAIR Utility appears in the system tray. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide 6. Green The ZyAIR is connected to configure my wireless network settings check box is not selected. In the Wireless Network Connection Properties window, make sure the Use Windows to a wireless network. Table 1-1 ZyAIR Utility: System Tray Icon COLOR DESCRIPTION Red The ZyAIR is working properly but is installed properly.
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... you how to configure the ZyAIR using Access Points (APs), set up a small independent wireless workgroup without an AP, use the Ad-hoc (IBSS) (Independent Basic Service Set) mode. Two or more reliable. Transmission at the maximum transmission (data) rate. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Chapter 2 Using the ZyAIR Utility This chapter shows you do not wish to connect to a wired network, but prefer to set the ZyAIR operation...
... you how to configure the ZyAIR using Access Points (APs), set up a small independent wireless workgroup without an AP, use the Ad-hoc (IBSS) (Independent Basic Service Set) mode. Two or more reliable. Transmission at the maximum transmission (data) rate. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Chapter 2 Using the ZyAIR Utility This chapter shows you do not wish to connect to a wired network, but prefer to set the ZyAIR operation...
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... as an Ethernet forms an Extended Service Set (ESS) or infrastructure network. Infrastructure When a number of overlapping BSS and a network medium, such as they move between coverage areas. As the wireless client moves from one used by Access Point 2 in ad-hoc network type and use the same SSID and channel. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide To set up an ad-hoc network, configure all wireless clients in order to stay connected to the network. 2-2 Using the ZyAIR Utility
... as an Ethernet forms an Extended Service Set (ESS) or infrastructure network. Infrastructure When a number of overlapping BSS and a network medium, such as they move between coverage areas. As the wireless client moves from one used by Access Point 2 in ad-hoc network type and use the same SSID and channel. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide To set up an ad-hoc network, configure all wireless clients in order to stay connected to the network. 2-2 Using the ZyAIR Utility
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... a wireless network automatically. 2-4 Using the ZyAIR Utility ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table 2-1 ZyAIR Utility: Link Info LABEL DESCRIPTION Re-Connect Click Re-Connect to re-establish the connection to the wireless network whose SSID is currently using. TX/RX (Total Frame) Transmitted This field displays the number of the signal. Link Quality The status bar and the percentage number show the strength of data frames received. Help Click Help to display on-line help...
... a wireless network automatically. 2-4 Using the ZyAIR Utility ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table 2-1 ZyAIR Utility: Link Info LABEL DESCRIPTION Re-Connect Click Re-Connect to re-establish the connection to the wireless network whose SSID is currently using. TX/RX (Total Frame) Transmitted This field displays the number of the signal. Link Quality The status bar and the percentage number show the strength of data frames received. Help Click Help to display on-line help...
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... selected network, check the network information in the Security Configuration screen. Figure 2-7 Configuration The following table describes the labels in the drop-down list box and click Remove. Enter a descriptive name in this screen. To delete an existing wireless network configuration, select a profile from the dropdown list box and click Activate. 2-6 Using the ZyAIR Utility ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide 1. Click Search to select a wireless network and then click Connect or...
... selected network, check the network information in the Security Configuration screen. Figure 2-7 Configuration The following table describes the labels in the drop-down list box and click Remove. Enter a descriptive name in this screen. To delete an existing wireless network configuration, select a profile from the dropdown list box and click Activate. 2-6 Using the ZyAIR Utility ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide 1. Click Search to select a wireless network and then click Connect or...
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... Wireless Security Levels Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-7 Refer to an AP. Click Apply Changes to save the changes back to display the Security Configuration screen. The figure below shows the possible wireless security levels on -line help screen. 2.5 Wireless LAN Security Wireless LAN security is activated if you want to associate in this screen. Enter any infrastructure wireless networks. Configure your ZyAIR with a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) server either on the WAN or your LAN...
... Wireless Security Levels Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-7 Refer to an AP. Click Apply Changes to save the changes back to display the Security Configuration screen. The figure below shows the possible wireless security levels on -line help screen. 2.5 Wireless LAN Security Wireless LAN security is activated if you want to associate in this screen. Enter any infrastructure wireless networks. Configure your ZyAIR with a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) server either on the WAN or your LAN...
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... WLAN adapters with WEP Select WEP from the Authentication drop-down list box, when you to configure up to view the security configuration options. You must use the same passphrase for data encryption and decryption. The passphrase is in the coverage area. 2.6 The Security Configuration Screen Configure the wireless LAN security by clicking the Set Security button in the same WLAN. ♦ Enter the WEP keys manually. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide...
... WLAN adapters with WEP Select WEP from the Authentication drop-down list box, when you to configure up to view the security configuration options. You must use the same passphrase for data encryption and decryption. The passphrase is in the coverage area. 2.6 The Security Configuration Screen Configure the wireless LAN security by clicking the Set Security button in the same WLAN. ♦ Enter the WEP keys manually. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide...
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... Master Key (PMK) key to the AP that then sets up a key hierarchy and management system, using the pair-wise key to dynamically generate unique data encryption keys to the wireless clients. 4. First enter identical passwords into the AP and all wireless clients. "DS" is 1812), and the RADIUS shared secret. A WPA application example with RADIUS Application Example You need the IP address of between them. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide WPA-PSK Application Example A WPA...
... Master Key (PMK) key to the AP that then sets up a key hierarchy and management system, using the pair-wise key to dynamically generate unique data encryption keys to the wireless clients. 4. First enter identical passwords into the AP and all wireless clients. "DS" is 1812), and the RADIUS shared secret. A WPA application example with RADIUS Application Example You need the IP address of between them. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide WPA-PSK Application Example A WPA...
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... support multiple types of how IEEE 802.1x EAP authentication works. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide FIELD Encryption Status Passphrase OK Table 2-6 WPA-PSK Authentication DESCRIPTION All unicast traffic is automatically encrypted by TKIP when WPA or WPA-PSK Authentication is casesensitive. See the section on Encryption for descriptions on top of EAP Authentication appendix for details about Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). By using an external RADIUS server for all wireless LAN adapters...
... support multiple types of how IEEE 802.1x EAP authentication works. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide FIELD Encryption Status Passphrase OK Table 2-6 WPA-PSK Authentication DESCRIPTION All unicast traffic is automatically encrypted by TKIP when WPA or WPA-PSK Authentication is casesensitive. See the section on Encryption for descriptions on top of EAP Authentication appendix for details about Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP). By using an external RADIUS server for all wireless LAN adapters...
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... 4-2 Troubleshooting Communication Problems PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION The Connect button is on. Refer to Section 1.2 to check for the LED descriptions. After each problem description, some instructions are using the Windows XP wireless configuration tool and the ZyAIR Utility at the same time. The ZyAIR Utility When the ZyAIR Utility displays only three tabs, you are provided to help you to diagnose and to the Utility Quick Installation Guide for possible hardware conflicts. Infrastructure Make...
... 4-2 Troubleshooting Communication Problems PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION The Connect button is on. Refer to Section 1.2 to check for the LED descriptions. After each problem description, some instructions are using the Windows XP wireless configuration tool and the ZyAIR Utility at the same time. The ZyAIR Utility When the ZyAIR Utility displays only three tabs, you are provided to help you to diagnose and to the Utility Quick Installation Guide for possible hardware conflicts. Infrastructure Make...
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... sleep mode. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Communication Problems PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION B. Change the wireless clients to the AP or the peer computer(s) within the transmission range. Verify the settings in the Security Configuration screen. 4.3 Problem with a better link quality using the same channel) around your wireless network. If this happens, disconnect and connect the ZyAIR. 4-2 Troubleshooting Make sure that the ZyAIR and the peer computer(s) share the same security option and key. Make sure...
... sleep mode. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Communication Problems PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION B. Change the wireless clients to the AP or the peer computer(s) within the transmission range. Verify the settings in the Security Configuration screen. 4.3 Problem with a better link quality using the same channel) around your wireless network. If this happens, disconnect and connect the ZyAIR. 4-2 Troubleshooting Make sure that the ZyAIR and the peer computer(s) share the same security option and key. Make sure...
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... computer upon entering a patient's room. 3. Ad-hoc Wireless LAN Configuration The simplest WLAN configuration is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). See the following benefits: 1. Any time two or more wireless adapters are frequently reconfigured. 4. It allows conference room users access to the network as they can use to access various services (navigating the Internet, email, printer services, etc.) without the use spread spectrum RF signals, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum...
... computer upon entering a patient's room. 3. Ad-hoc Wireless LAN Configuration The simplest WLAN configuration is called a Basic Service Set (BSS). See the following benefits: 1. Any time two or more wireless adapters are frequently reconfigured. 4. It allows conference room users access to the network as they can use to access various services (navigating the Internet, email, printer services, etc.) without the use spread spectrum RF signals, Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum...
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... of the MAC address table on the access point. User access control is now a priority. Security Flaws with no changes to reset the WEP key on the clients each time you have a poor reputation for safety. Wireless LAN With IEEE 802.1x C Although WEP data encryption offers a form of data security, you change your WEP key on the access point. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Appendix B Wireless LAN With IEEE 802.1x As wireless networks become a network administrator's nightmare...
... of the MAC address table on the access point. User access control is now a priority. Security Flaws with no changes to reset the WEP key on the clients each time you have a poor reputation for safety. Wireless LAN With IEEE 802.1x C Although WEP data encryption offers a form of data security, you change your WEP key on the access point. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Appendix B Wireless LAN With IEEE 802.1x As wireless networks become a network administrator's nightmare...
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... passwords, the passwords must configure WEP encryption keys for data encryption. EAP-GTC is an extension of the server, the client sends a different certificate to the client. The authentication server sends a challenge to establish a secure connection. EAP-TTLS (Tunneled Transport Layer Service) EAP-TTLS is implemented only by both the server and the wireless stations for only the server-side authentications to the wireless station. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Appendix C Types...
... passwords, the passwords must configure WEP encryption keys for data encryption. EAP-GTC is an extension of the server, the client sends a different certificate to the client. The authentication server sends a challenge to establish a secure connection. EAP-TTLS (Tunneled Transport Layer Service) EAP-TTLS is implemented only by both the server and the wireless stations for only the server-side authentications to the wireless station. ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide Appendix C Types...
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... 4-1 Configuration Utility yersion 2-18 Connecting to a Wireless Network.......... 2-5 Copyright ii Disclaimer ii Trademarks ii Customer Support vii D Data encryption 2-8 Direct Sequence Spread SpectrumSee DSSS Disable Windows XP Wireless Support.. 1-1 Disconnecting the ZyAIR from your computer 3-1 Distribution System See DS DS B DSSS A E EAP 2-16 EAP Authentication E MD5 E PEAP E TLS E TTLS E Encryption 2-12 ESS 2-2, B Extended Service Set See ESS Extensible Authentication Protocol ......See EAP Index ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide...
... 4-1 Configuration Utility yersion 2-18 Connecting to a Wireless Network.......... 2-5 Copyright ii Disclaimer ii Trademarks ii Customer Support vii D Data encryption 2-8 Direct Sequence Spread SpectrumSee DSSS Disable Windows XP Wireless Support.. 1-1 Disconnecting the ZyAIR from your computer 3-1 Distribution System See DS DS B DSSS A E EAP 2-16 EAP Authentication E MD5 E PEAP E TLS E TTLS E Encryption 2-12 ESS 2-2, B Extended Service Set See ESS Extensible Authentication Protocol ......See EAP Index ZyAIR G-200 User's Guide...
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... TLS Troubleshooting 4-1 Checking Hardware Conflict 4-1 Communication problems 4-1 Radio interference 4-2 Starting ZyAIR Utility 4-1 Using the ZyAIR 4-2 TTLS E Tunneled Transport Layer Service See TTLS U Uninstall the ZyAIR Utility 3-1 Upgrade the ZyAIR Utility 3-1 User Authentication 2-11 Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-1 W Warranty iii Note iii WEP 2-8 WEP Data Encryption Configuring 2-8 WEP Data Encryption with ..2-8, 2-11, 2-13, 2-16 WEP Key 2-8 Wired Equivalent Privacy See WEP Wireless LAN Benefits A Wireless LAN Parameters Channel 2-1 Configuring 2-6 Network Type 2-1 SSID...
... TLS Troubleshooting 4-1 Checking Hardware Conflict 4-1 Communication problems 4-1 Radio interference 4-2 Starting ZyAIR Utility 4-1 Using the ZyAIR 4-2 TTLS E Tunneled Transport Layer Service See TTLS U Uninstall the ZyAIR Utility 3-1 Upgrade the ZyAIR Utility 3-1 User Authentication 2-11 Using the ZyAIR Utility 2-1 W Warranty iii Note iii WEP 2-8 WEP Data Encryption Configuring 2-8 WEP Data Encryption with ..2-8, 2-11, 2-13, 2-16 WEP Key 2-8 Wired Equivalent Privacy See WEP Wireless LAN Benefits A Wireless LAN Parameters Channel 2-1 Configuring 2-6 Network Type 2-1 SSID...