t i o n s
II. To Enhance Antenna Performance of Laptop Computers and Other Wireless-Ready Devices
(e.g. ZyXEL Prestige 650HW and the ZyWALL 10W)
Laptop computers and other wireless-ready devices with standard PC card (PCMCIA) slots gain wireless functionality when PC cards are inserted.
Unfortunately, many of these devices can’t be placed clear of obstructions because they need to be connected to a nearby power supply or simply
because moving the device is not feasible. For these scenarios, external antennas with long cables can be used to extend the signals. Even when there
are no obstructions, the application may simply require a more powerful directional antenna than is found with a typical PC card.
ZyXEL’s ZyAIR B-101 wireless LAN PC card offers users the convenience of a PC Card solution, and the versatility to accept more powerful antennas.
The ZyAIR B-101 features a detachable antenna which can be replaced with a more powerful ZyAIR antenna.
Installation Steps
1. Insert the reverse SMA end of the transfer cable connector (C2) into the SMA straight plug connector (A1) on the antenna.
2. Detach the factory default antenna from the B-101.
3. Insert the MMCX end of the transfer cable connector (C1) into the MMCX external antenna connector (P1) on the PC card.
4. Insert the PC card into the wireless ready slot of the PC or wireless device.
5. Place the antenna in the desired position.
Specification
• IEEE 802.11b WLAN Standard
• Detachable Patch Antenna
• Data Rate: 11Mbps / 5.5Mbps / 2Mbps / 1Mbps
• Output Power: 15 dBm (typical)
• Device Drivers: Support Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
• Coverage area:
Indoor: 50M @ 11Mbps/80M @ 5.5Mbps or lower
Outdoor: 200M @ 11Mbps/300M @ 5.5Mbps or lower
Accessory
MMCX to SMA converter cable
Insert the reverse SMA end of
the transfer cable connector
connector (A1) on the antenna.
Notice
Allow the antenna cable to bend naturally. It is recommended that you place the
antenna no more than one meter from the PC card to avoid excessive strain on the
cable and connector.
C2
1
Extend Your ZyAIR
Extend Your ZyAIR
1
Step
Detach the factory default
antenna from the B-101.
2
Step
Insert the PC card into the wireless ready slot
of the PC or wireless device.
4
Step
Place the antenna in the
desired position.
5
Step
Insert the MMCX end of the transfer cable
connector (C1) into the MMCX externa
antenna connector (P1) on the PC card
P1
C1
3
Step
