ZyXEL Communications ZyAIR G-220 User manual

ZyAIR G-220
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
Version 2.00
August 2004

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Important Note
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
The 802.11g Wireless LAN USB Adapter has been tested to the FCC exposure
requirements (Specific Absorption Rate).
The equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment, under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d) (2).
This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Refer to the User’s Guide for general FCC statements.
Procedure to View a Product’s Certification(s)
1. Go to www.zyxel.com
2. Select your product from the drop-down list box on the ZyXEL home page to go
to that product's page.
3. Select the certification you wish to view from this page.
About Your ZyAIR G-220
The ZyAIR G-220 is an IEEE 802.11g compliant wireless USB stick that connects
to USB ports on desktop or notebook computers. Its maximum 54 Mbps data rate,
which gives Ethernet equivalent speed, is ideal in the corporate or home
environment.
1. Installation Requirements
Before installation, make sure you have a computer with the following:
• Pentium II 300MHz or above

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• A minimum of 6 MB available hard disk space
• A minimum of 32 MB RAM
• A CD-ROM drive
• A USB port (version 2.0 compatible)
• Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP
• Windows 98 SE users may need the Windows 98 SE CD
2. ZyAIR Utility and Hardware Installation
The installation procedures are similar for all supported Windows versions.
DO NOT insert the ZyAIR G-220 at this point.
1. Insert the support CD into the CD-ROM drive on your computer. The CD
automatically runs. Otherwise, locate and double-click AutoRun.exe.
2. Select your language and click OK.
3. Click Install Utility to start installation.
4.
5. A Welcome screen displays. Click Next.
6. Click Next to accept the default file location or click Browse to select an
alternate folder.
7. Restart the computer if prompted.
8. Locate an available USB port on the computer.

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8. Remove the protective cap to expose the USB connector. Insert the ZyAIR
G-220 to the USB port on the computer. The LED turns on if the ZyAIR G-
220 is properly inserted.
Never bend, force or twist the ZyAIR G-220 into the port.
9. Windows XP: A Found New Hardware Wizard windows displays. Select
Install the software automatically (recommended) and click Next.
10. Windows XP: Click Finish to complete the installation process.
After you install the ZyAIR Utility and insert the ZyAIR G-220, an
icon appears in the system tray.
If the ZyAIR Utility icon displays, the ZyAIR G-220 is installed
properly. Refer to the ZyAIR Utility User’s Guide to configure
the ZyAIR G-220.

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LED Display
The following table describes the LED on the front panel of the ZyAIR G-220.
COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION
On The ZyAIR G-220 has a connection to a wireless LAN.
Blink (fast) The ZyAIR G-220 is sending or receiving data.
Blue
Blink (slow) The ZyAIR G-220 is ready but not connected to a wireless
LAN.
ZyAIR LED

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
Make sure the ZyAIR G-220 USB connecter is inserted into the
computer USB port properly and then restart your computer.
Check the LED on the ZyAIR G-220.
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).
Follow the on-screen instructions to search for the ZyAIR G-220
and install the driver.
Use the Device Manager window to check for possible
hardware conflicts.
Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, System, Hardware and
then click Device Manager. Verify the status of the ZyAIR G-
220 under Network Adapter. (Steps may vary depending on
the version of Windows).
Install the ZyAIR G-220 in another computer.
Windows does not
auto-detect the
ZyAIR G-220.
If the error persists, you may have a hardware problem. In this
case, you should contact your local vendor.