ZoomAir
™
USB Client
Model 4115
Installation Guide
&
Reference Manual
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Page 2: ...nt that the hardware will work properly in all environments and applications and makes no warranty or representation either expressed or implied with respect to the quality performance merchantability...
Page 3: ...IFYING THE INSTALLATION 21 CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR ZOOMAIR USB CLIENT 23 USE AND MAINTENANCE TIPS 23 VIEWING OTHER COMPUTERS 23 USING THE CLIENT MANAGER 24 VIEWING MODIFYING USB CLIENT SETTINGS 25 UPGRAD...
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Page 5: ...as the ZoomAir AP11 With the ZoomAir USB Client you can connect your computer to the following types of setups Small Office Home Office SOHO networks that include an Internet Gateway Local Area Networ...
Page 6: ...e rAdSubtract ad blocking software Customer support information rFrequently asked questions FAQs rElectronic warranty registration rTechnical support and warranty information USB Client Features The Z...
Page 7: ...LAN from anywhere within the wireless coverage area Expanding or redesigning your network is easy Just add or relocate Access Points or Internet Gateways turn on your ZoomAir clients and you are done...
Page 8: ...Client is part of a small wireless workgroup where participants can exchange files and printers as supported by Microsoft Networking You can use this scenario to set up a temporary Peer to Peer networ...
Page 9: ...the Client Manager software Setting the Windows Network Properties Note Note Note Note This step is required only if this is the first time you are installing a network adapter on your computer Note Y...
Page 10: ...ive 2 2 2 2 When the following menu appears click Install 4115 USB Client Driver Files 3 3 3 3 Follow the prompts When the AdSubtract Setup screen appears you have a choice of clicking Next to install...
Page 11: ...high speed network device we advise against sharing its USB port with a low speed device such as a printer or joystick You can share the Client s USB port with other high speed devices such as extern...
Page 12: ...ment All choices are made from the Add Edit Configuration Profile dialog box which automatically displays when you connect the USB Client to a computer 1 1 1 1 In the Add Edit Configuration Profile di...
Page 13: ...w we provide more detail on the three possible configuration profiles Gateway Connection If you are using your USB Client with an Internet Gateway such as the ZoomAir IG 4150 Residential Gateway shoul...
Page 14: ...omatically appear in the Encryption Key text box This is the ZoomAir IG s default WEP key Click OK and click OK in the Add Edit Configuration Profile dialog box Then close all the open windows on your...
Page 15: ...to connect to any wireless LAN network in the vicinity of your computer To connect to a specific wireless network type its name in the Network Name SSID text box The Network Name can be any alphanume...
Page 16: ...Gateway or Access Point If you are connecting your USB Client to a Peer to Peer network Peer to Peer should be highlighted in the Add Edit Configuration Profile dialog box Click the Edit Profile butto...
Page 17: ...is not installed Click OK and continue with the instructions to install the Client Manager software Note to Windows 98 Users You may be asked for the Windows 98 installation CD that came with your co...
Page 18: ...and the CD ROM drive 2 2 2 2 In the ZoomAir main menu click the Install ZoomAir Software button The ZoomAir Software screen opens Click Install 4115 USB Client Manager and follow the prompts to instal...
Page 19: ...the Client Manager icon will appear in the taskbar To access the Client Manager double click this icon Note If you don t want to restart your computer you can also activate the Client Manager by click...
Page 20: ...tructions The Windows operating system will prompt you to enter a Computer and Workgroup name These names will be used to identify your computer in the Microsoft Network Neighborhood 1 In the Computer...
Page 21: ...t s LEDs A steady green Power LED indicates that the USB Client is connected to your computer A flickering green Transmit Receive LED indicates wireless activity You have successfully installed and co...
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Page 23: ...um range for wireless communications do not cover the USB Client device with any objects To clean the USB Client gently wipe it with a soft damp cloth To avoid damage to the unit do not use abrasive m...
Page 24: ...ed computers verify whether they are On and logged on to the network Configured to operate with identical Microsoft Network settings including Networking Protocol Wireless Network Name and Workgroup N...
Page 25: ...eorient The Access Point The Internet Gateway The USB Client Red Extremely weak radio connection Save your files and move closer to The Access Point e g AP11 The Internet Gateway e g IG 4150 Red No ra...
Page 26: ...or modifying the settings If your Client Manager icon is not visible you have to start the Client Manager program again Make sure your USB Client is connected 1 Click Start Programs and then select t...
Page 27: ...ostics reported a Driver Firmware mismatch You may no longer need the wireless connectivity of your ZoomAir USB Client WINDOWS 2000 USERS TAKE NOTE The Windows 2000 USB Client Properties window includ...
Page 28: ...splay information about the currently installed driver click the Driver File Details button To upgrade your current driver to a newer version click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions...
Page 29: ...ollow the prompts 4 Shut down your computer and unplug the USB Client from the computer Finding More Information If you are looking for more information than is available in this manual please consult...
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Page 31: ...for Peer to Peer workgroups or Internet Gateway networks To access the Advanced Configuration tabs follow these steps 1 Click the Client Manager icon in the taskbar The Add Edit Configuration dialog b...
Page 32: ...t WEP key values are calculated automatically from the passphrase network name When interoperating with an Intersil based network also called Prism the hexadecimal keys for that network must be entere...
Page 33: ...ormation consult your LAN Administrator You can also refer to the Help file Admin Parameters Tab The Admin parameters tab of the Edit Configuration window allows network administrators to tune the par...
Page 34: ...e Reference Manual MAC Address is a special option for network systems that require Local MAC Addresses If your network requires you to change the default MAC Address of your USB Client you can do so...
Page 35: ...ompatible with the following operating systems Windows 98 98SE Me and 2000 Installation instructions for each program is the same From the ZoomAir CD s main menu click the Internet Security Software b...
Page 36: ...ions can connect to the Internet or receive input from the Internet Activity monitoringrZoneAlarm alerts you of any Internet activity that can affect your computer while connected the program allows y...
Page 37: ...ICMP AdSubtract The standard edition of AdSubtract blocks Internet ads and cookies The following list highlights its features Speeds Web surfing by eliminating ads Improves online privacy by blocking...
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Page 39: ...ng a wireless connection with the network A configuration mismatch may prevent the Client from establishing a wireless connection with the correct network There may be a conflict with the ZoomAir driv...
Page 40: ...Recommended Actions Check the USB cable connection Verify the USB device settings to determine if there is a conflict with another device If so change the settings of either the Client or the conflic...
Page 41: ...steps correctly If necessary contact Technical Support LEDs Work But You Cannot Connect to the Network If you cannot connect to the network even though the LEDs indicate that the network is working p...
Page 42: ...e If you want to make changes to the Configuration Profile of your USB Client but the Client manager icon is not visible you can do the following If you know that the Client Manager utility is install...
Page 43: ...40o C Transit 20o to 75o C Storage 20o to 75o C Maximum humidity 95 no condensation allowed Note Although the USB Client can operate in the range of 20o to 70o C operation outside the 0o to 40o C ran...
Page 44: ...ows 98 Me and 2000 NDIS5 Miniport Driver Media Access Protocol CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Acknowledgment ACK Additional Information Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulat...
Page 45: ...Spreading 11 chip Barker Sequence Bit Error Rate BER Better than 10 5 Nominal Output Power 15 dBm Encryption 64 bit Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Range Transmit Rate 11Mb s 5 5Mb s 2Mb s 1Mb s Open Off...
Page 46: ...range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials Range can also be affected due to obstacles in the signal path of the...
Page 47: ...ich the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help U S REPAIR CENTER INFORMATION Zoom Telephonics Inc 645 Summer Street Boston MA 02210 USA Telephone Numbe...
Page 48: ...ce requirements antennas should be positioned in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20cm is maintained between the transmitter s radiating structures and the body of the user or nearby...
Page 49: ...ation Regulations The above Web sites provide a detailed list of individuals and organizations that have been determined to present an unacceptable risk of diversion to developing weapons of mass dest...
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Page 51: ...ence In the event you need to call Technical Support or Customer Service you will need the information below Model Number _______________________ located on the box Serial Number _____________________...
