ZyXEL Communications ZYAIR G-110 User manual

ZyAIR G-110
802.11g Wireless CardBus Card
Quick Installation Guide
Version 1.10
March 2004
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FCC Statement
Warning: Changes ormodifications to this unit notexpresslyapprovedbythe party
responsible forcompliance could void the userauthoritytooperatethe equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device maynot cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
maycause undesired operation.
The users manual or instructionmanual for an intentional or unintentional radiator
shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved bythe
partyresponsible for compliance could void the user s authorityto operate the
equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for aClass
Bdigital device,pursuant to Part 15ofthe FCC Rules.These limits aredesigned to
providereasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in aresidential installation.
This equipment generates,uses andcan radiate radio frequencyenergyand, if not
installedand used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference
toradio communications.
However, thereisno guarantee that interferencewill notoccurin aparticular
installation.Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television
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reception, which can bedeterminedbyturning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to tryto correct the interferencebyone or moreofthefollowingmeasures:
o Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
o Increasethe separationbetween the equipment and receiver.
o Connect the equipment into an outlet onacircuitdifferent fromthat to
which the receiveris needed.
o Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TVtechnician for help.
CAUTION:
1. To complywith FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance
of at least 20 cmmust be maintained between the antenna of this device and all
persons.
2. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunctionwith any
other antenna or transmitter
This device is intended only for OEMintegrators under the following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cmis maintained between the antenna
and users. For laptop installations, the antenna must be installed to ensure that the
proper spacing is maintained in the event the users places the device in their lap
during use (i.e. positioning of antennasmust be placed in theupper portion of the
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LCD panel only to ensure 20 cm will be maintained if the user places the device in
their lap for use) and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with anyother transmitter or antenna.
As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be
required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-
product for anyadditional compliance requirements requiredwith thismodule
installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.).
IMPORTANTNOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for
example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then
the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used
on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible
for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate
FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized onlyfor use in deviceswhere the antenna may
be installed such that 20 cmmaybe maintained between the antenna and users (for
example access points, routers, wireless ASDLmodems, certain laptop
configurations, and similar equipment). The final end product must be labeled in a
visible area with the following: "Contains TX FCC ID: I88G110".
RF Exposure Manual Information That Must be Included
The users manual for end usersmust include the following information in a
prominent location "IMPORTANTNOTE: To complywith FCC RF exposure
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compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to
provide a separation distance of at least 20 cmfromall persons and must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter."
Additional Information That Must be Provided to OEM Integrators
The end user should NOTbe provided anyinstructions on howto remove or install
the device.
Costomer Support in U.S.A.
ZyXEL Communications Inc.
1130 North Miller Street, Anaheim, CA 92806-2001 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
http://www.us.zyxel.com
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About Your ZyAIR
The ZyAIR is an IEEE 802.11g compliant wireless LAN PC card that fits into any
CardBus slot. With the ZyAIR, you can enjoythe wireless mobilitywithin the
coverage area. The IEEE 802.11g technology provides greater range and offers
transmission rate at up to 54 Mbps.
1. Installation Requirements
Before installation, make sure youhave the following requirements.
• Pentium II 300MHz or above
• Aminimum of 6 MB available hard disk space
• Aminimum of 32 MB RAM
• ACD-ROM drive
• ACardBus slot
• Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP
• Windows 98 SE users mayneed the Windows 98 SE CD
2. ZyAIR Utilityand Hardware Installation
The installation procedures are similar for all supported Windows versions.
Windows XPscreen shots are shownunless otherwise specified.
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DO NOT insert theZyAIR at this point.
1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive onyour computer. The CD
auto runs. Otherwise, locate and double-click on setup.exe.
AWelcomescreen displays. Click Next.
2. Click Next to accept
the default file location
or click Browse to
select an alternate
folder.
3. Windows 98 SE/Me: Click Finish to restart the computer.
4. Locate an available CardBus slot on
the computer.
5. With the pin connectors facing the
slot and the LED side facing up,
slide the ZyAIR into the slot. The
LEDs turn on if the ZyAIR is
properlyinserted.
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Never bend, force or twist the ZyAIR into the slot.
6. Windows 2000: If a warning windowdisplays, click Yes.
7. Windows XP:A Found NewHardware Wizard windowsdisplays. Select
Install the software automatically (recommended) and click Next.
8. Windows XP: If a warning windowdisplays, click Continue Anyway.
Then click Finish to completethe installation process.
After you install the ZyAIR Utilityand insert the ZyAIR, an icon
appears in the system tray.
If the ZyAIR Utilityicon displays, the ZyAIR isinstalled
properly.Refer to the ZyAIR Utility User s Guide to configure
the ZyAIR.
LED Display
LINK
ACT
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The following table describes the LEDs on the ZyAIR.
LED COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION
Blinking The ZyAIR is receiving or sending data.ACT Blue
Off The ZyAIR is notreceiving or sending data.
On The ZyAIR has a connection to a wireless LAN.
Blinking The ZyAIR is connecting to a wireless LAN.
LINK Blue
Off The ZyAIR is notconnected to a wireless LAN or
not receiving power.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
Make sure the ZyAIR is inserted into the computer CardBus slot
properly and then restart your computer. Check the LEDs on
the ZyAIR.
Perform a hardware scan by clicking Start, Settings, Control
Panel and double-clicking Add/Remove Hardware. (Steps
may vary depending on the version of Windows).
Followthe on-screen instructions to search for the ZyAIR and
install the driver.
Windows does not
auto-detect the
ZyAIR.
Check for possible hardware conflicts. In Windows, click Start,
Settings, Control Panel, System, Hardware and then click
Device Manager. Verify the status of the ZyAIR under Network
Adapter. (Steps may vary depending on the version of
Windows).
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PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
Install the ZyAIR in another computer. If the error persists, you
may have a hardware problem. In this case, you should contact
your local vendor.
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