ZyXEL Communications G-220 User Manual
ZyAIR G-220 User’s Guide
Getting Started
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces the ZyAIR and prepares you to use the ZyXEL Utility.
1.1 About Your ZyAIR
The ZyAIR is an IEEE 802.11g compliant wireless LAN adapter. With the ZyAIR, you can enjoy the
wireless mobility within the coverage area.
The following lists the main features of your ZyAIR.
wireless mobility within the coverage area.
The following lists the main features of your ZyAIR.
• Your ZyAIR can communicate with other IEEE 802.11b/g compliant wireless devices.
• Automatic rate selection.
• Offers 64-bit, 128-bit and 256-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) data encryption for network
security.
• Proprietary SoftAP feature turns your ZyAIR into an access point (AP).
• Low CPU utilization allowing more computer system resources for other programs.
• A built-in antenna
• Driver support for Windows XP/2000/Me/98 SE
1.2 ZyAIR Hardware and Utility Installation
Follow the instructions in the Quick Installation Guide to install the ZyXEL Utility and make hardware
connections.
connections.
1.3 Ways to Configure the ZyAIR
To configure your ZyAIR, use one of the following applications:
In Windows XP:
In Windows XP:
ZyXEL Utility
Zero Configuration
Funk Odyssey Client
Zero Configuration
Funk Odyssey Client
In Windows 98 SE/Me/2000
ZyXEL Utility
Funk Odyssey Client
Funk Odyssey Client