Zonet ZEW2508 User manual

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Table of Content
Chapter 1. Introduction……………………………………………………………2
1.1 Welcome…………………………………………….…………………………2
1.2 Product Feature…………………………………………………………………2
1.3 Contents of Package……………….…………………….……………………2
Chapter 2. Installation…………………………………………………………………3
Chapter 3. Configuration………………………………………………………..……
3.1 Station Mode…….………………………………………………………..……
3.1.1 Profile…….……........……………………………………………..……7
3.1.1.1 Add/Edit Profile…………………………………………......……8
3.1.2 Site Survey....……………………………………………………………9
3.1.3 Status…………...........……………………………………………..…...9
3.1.4 Statistics……………..……….…………………………………………10
3.1. WPS….......................………........………………..………………11
3.2 AP Mode………………..…....……………………………….………..12
3.2.1 Basic Setting……......……………………………………………...….13
3.2.2 Security Setting…....………..………………………...………..……14
3.2.3 Access Control…......………..………………………...………..……1
3.2.4 About............................................………………………………1
Chapter 4. How to connect with PSP………………………………………….16
4.1 Configure PSP with Ad-Hoc mode……………………………….………16
4.2 Configure XLink Kai…………………………………………………………18
Chapter . Product Specifications………….........................……………….19
Chapter 6. TroubleShooting………….........................………….............20

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Thank you for purchasing Zonet ZE 2508/ZE 2508A-802.11g wireless USB
adapter. ZE 2508/ZE 2508A connects you with 802.11g networks at up to an
incredible 54Mbps! And for added versatility, it can also interoperate with all the
up to 11Mbps 802.11b products found in homes, businesses, and public wireless
hotspots around the country.
Soft AP supported by ZE 2508/ZE 2508A can help you establish wireless LAN
networking with lowest cost. Besides, PS ( i-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the
security setup and management of i-Fi networks. Supports MM for
Multimedia Applications with Quality of Service in i-Fi® Networks. Especially
supporting PS3, PSP, Nintendo DS and ii connections with XLink Kai software
will be your best choice to enjoy on-line gaming.
1.2 Product Feature
Complies with IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b standards
Provides USB2.0 port
Provides up to 54Mbps transmission rate and up to 300 meters
transmission distance
Auto-detects and changes the network transmission rate
Provides two work modes: Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc
Supports Soft AP to establish your wireless LAN networking
supports PS3, PSP, ii and Nintendo DS connecting with Internet and
XLink Kai to enjoy on-line gaming
Supports 64/128-bit EP, PA, PA2 encryption methods and 802.1x
security authentication standard
Supports ireless Roaming function
PS ( i-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management
of i-Fi networks.
Supports MM for Multimedia Applications with Quality of Service in
i-Fi® Networks
Supports indows 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista
1.3 Contents of Package
One ZE 2508/ZE 2508A
One Installation CD w/User Manual
One Quick Installation Guide

One USB Cradle (ZE 2508A only)
Contact your local authorized reseller or the store purchased from for any items
damaged and/or missing.

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Chapter 2 Installation
NOTE:
1. For future driver upgrading, please visit our website at www.zonetusa.com
2. Snap-shot screens of the following installation procedure are based on Windows
X . Installation procedures will be similar for other windows operating systems.
1. Insert ZE 2508/ZE 2508A into a USB slot of your computer.
2. Select Cancel when “Found New Hardware” window appears.
3. Insert Installation CD to your CD-ROM drive. B r owse CD and double-click
setup.exe in Driver folder to execute it. The wizard will run and install all
necessary files to your computer automatically.

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4. Click Next to start installation. Or click Cancel to cancel the installation .
5. Click Next to continue or click Change... to change the path.

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6. Click Finish to complete the software installation.
You will see a tray icon appear in your system tray at the bottom of the
screen after the software and hardware installation completed successfully.

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Chapter 3 Configuration
3.1 Station Mode
Station Mode is the default access mode for ZE 2508/ZE 2508A.
In this mode, ZE 2508/ZE 2508A serves as a client to receive the wireless
signals to access the Internet.
Double-click the tray icon to launch the configuration utility.
Or right click the tray icon and select Show Main UI.

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3.1.1 Profile
Profile can keep your favorite wireless setting among your home, office, and
other public hotspot. You may save multiple profiles and activate the one at your
preference.
 New: to create a new profile
 Modify: to edit/modify/change parameter of an existing profile
 Delete: to delete an existing profile
 Connect: to make an existing profile become active and to connect

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3.1.1.1 Add/Edit Profile
a. Site Status
b. Security Setting


 Authentication: Open, Shared, (Leap), 802.1x, PA-PSK, PA2-PSK,
PA and PA2


 Encryption: Algorithm used in EP, TKIP, AES, and None

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3.1.2 Site Survey
Under Site Survey tab, you will know information of all surrounding wireless
networks from the last scan.
Click Refresh to update and refresh.
3.1.3 Status
Status tab shows detail information about the current connection.

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3.1.4 Statistics
Statistics tab displays the detail counter information based on 802.11 MIB
counters. This page translates that MIB counters into a format easier for user to
understand.

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3.1. WPS
PS tab supports the configuration setup using PIN configuration method or PBC
configuration method.
PS( i-Fi Protected Setup) simplify the security setup and management of i-Fi
networks.
 PIN: Enter the Pin code and click PIN to automatically connect
ZE 2508/ZE 2508A with wireless devices around.
 PBC: Click PBC to complete auto-check and connections between
ZE 2508/ZE 2508A and other wireless device.
 Renew: Click to update the Pin code.
 Rescan: Update information on surrounding wireless network.
 Connect: click to connect the PS wireless network.
 Disconnect: to disconnect the connected wireless network.

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3.2 AP Mode
ZE 2508/ZE 2508A also can serve as an access point to transmit wireless
signals and create wireless network, allowing other wireless clients to access the
network.
Select P Mode from UI banner.

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3.2.1 Basic Setting
Under Basic Setting tab, you can make some basic configurations, such as SSID,
wireless mode and channel.
 Restore Default: to restore the set parameters to default factory default
settings.
 Apply: to make the changes made take effect

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3.2.2 Security Setting
Click Security Setting button to make different security configurations of
wireless communication, and you can choose the authentication type or
encryption type.
Note:
1. The Hex characters include 0~9 numbers and a~f letters.
2. ASCII characters include any numbers/letters and characters.

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3.2.3 Access Control
Choose Access Control tab to start MAC control. Access control includes All
Permitted and All Blocked. After editing the MAC address access list, only the
MAC in the Allow All list could access the Soft AP.
3.2.4 About
About tab shows the information of ZE 2508/ZE 2508A and software
version.

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Chapter 4 How to connect with PSP
4.1 Configure PSP with Ad-Hoc mode
1. Select Network Settings on PSP
2. Select Ad-Hoc mode on PSP
3. Select Channel on PSP

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4. Under Site Survey tab in Station Mode, scan PSP and connect it.
5. Double-click PSP to enter Site Config page and check “Enable PSP linker
Mode” checkbox under Site Status tab.

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4.2 Configure XLink Kai
XLink Kai is a global gaming network - bringing together XBox, Playstation,
Gamecube and PSP users, in one integrated community. It is software running on
your PC or Macintosh that allows you to play system-link enabled games online
for free.
Select Start →
→→
→ ll programs →
→→
→ XLink Kai Evolution VII →
→→
→ Start Kai Config
to configure the user name, password and other parameters.
Login XLink Kai: Select Start →
→→
→ ll programs →
→→
→ XLink Kai Evolution VII →
Start Kai. PSP will connect with XLink Kai automatically. The following window
will indicate the connection is established well now.