ZyXEL Communications NWD2205 User manual

Benefits
Ultra-compact design for optimal portability
The compact, lightweight design of NWD2205 offers excellent portability. Users can easily plug
NWD2205 to a USB connector on desktop or laptop computers to upgrade the network speed
instantly. In addition, with bundled USB cable users can easily adjust the direction of NWD2205.
Latest 802.11n compliance with data transfer rates of up to 300 Mbps*
The ZyXEL NWD2205 USB adapter brings you faster wireless connection.With the data transfer rate
of up to 300 Mbps*, which is over 5 times faster than the 802.11g standard, the NWD2205 offers you
the high-speed connection everywhere under Wi-Fi coverage. It not only provides a high-speed
network capability, but also works with your existing 802.11b/g network.
Soft AP feature for sharing wireless Internet access
With the built-in soft AP function, the NWD2205 can help users to create wireless networks instantly.
Just plug NWD2205 into a desktop or laptop computer connecting to a cable or xDSL modem,all
other wireless-capable devices can connect to the Internet through the NWD2205.
Wi-Fi WMM certified for prioritizing multimedia streaming
With WMM QoS support, the NWD2205 is an excellent solution for you to deliver time-sensitive
applications such as video and voice streaming. It significantly enhances your experience on audio,
video and voice applications by prioritizing data traffic, so you can enjoy and share multimedia
contents with your family or friends without interruption.
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Ultra-compact design for optimal portability
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Latest 802.11n compliance with data transfer rates of up to 300 Mbps*
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Soft AP feature for sharing wireless Internet access
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Wi-Fi WMM certified for prioritizing multimedia streaming
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One-touch WPS button for easy wireless security setup
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Green adapter saves energy effortlessly
Upgrade Wireless Connection
in A Green Way
NWD2205
Wireless N USB Adapter
NWD2205
Wireless N USB Adapter

65-100-220502B 11/10
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NWD2205
Wireless N
USB Adapter
NWD2205
Wireless N
USB Adapter
NBG-419N
Wireless N
Home Router
xDSL/Cable
Modem
Application Diagram
Internet
NWD2205
Wireless N USB Adapter
NWD2205
Wireless N USB Adapter
System Specifications
• Compliant with 802.11 standard
• Backwards compatible with 802.11b/g
• Wireless data transfer rate:
- Transmit: 300 Mbps*
- Receive: 300 Mbps*
• Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) support
• Wireless security:
- WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, 802.1x
- WPS hardware button,WPS software feature
• Soft AP mode support
• Wireless green feature:
- Automatically adjust wireless output power by
detecting the distance between NWD2205 and
wireless access point
- Enter power-saving mode when no traffic
Hardware Specifications
• Operation voltage: DC 5 V
• One WPS button with Link/Act LED
• One USB 1.1/2.0 port
• Power consumption:
- Transmit: 315 mA
- Receive: 250 mA
Physical Specifications
• Item weight: 3 g (0.01 lb)
• Item dimensions:
36 (W) x 18 (D) x 6 (H) mm
(1.42 (W) x 0.71 (D) x 0.24 (H) inches)
• Packing weight: 81 g (0.18 lb)
• Packing dimensions:
95 (W) x 20 (D) x 135 (H) mm
(3.74 (W) x 0.79 (D) x 5.31 (H) inches)
Environmental Specifications
• Operating environment:
- Temperature: 0°C ~ 50°C / 32°F ~ 122°F
- Humidity: 20% ~ 90% (Non-condensing)
• Storage environment:
- Temperature: -30°C ~ 70°C / -22°F ~ 158°F
- Humidity: 10% ~ 90% (Non-condensing)
Certification
• FCC/CE/IC/NCC
• Wi-Fi 11b/g/n,WMM, WPS
• WHQL for Windows XP/Vista/7
OS Support
• Microsoft Windows XP,Vista, and 7
(32-bit/64-bit)
• MAC OS X v10.4, v10.5, and v10.6
Package Contents
• Wireless USB Adapter
• Support CD
• Quick start guide
• USB extension cable
• Warranty card
* The wireless data transfer rate 300 Mbps is the theoretical
maximum data transfer rate.The actual data transfer rate
may vary depending on the network environment.
Specifications
One-touch WPS button for easy wireless security setup
Establishing a secure wireless network is no longer a hassle.The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) feature takes just a few seconds to set up a secure wireless
network without complicated procedures. A click on the WPS button is all it needs to set up a secure wireless network easily.
Green adapter saves energy effortlessly
The ZyXEL NWD2205 brings you not only a plug-and-play wireless solution but also a smart way to save energy. Without complicated setup, just plug the
NWD2205 into your laptop or PC, and it automatically adjusts wireless output power by detecting the distance from the device to the wireless access point.
If the PC equipped with NWD2205 is close to the wireless access point, NWD2205 lowers the output power to reduce power consumption.When there is no
transmission traffic,the NWD2205 will enter the power-saving mode to save electricity.