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ZoomAir ZoomAir ZoomAir ZoomAir IG-4150 IG-4150 IG-4150 IG-4150
Model 4150
Installation Guide
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Reference Manual
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NOT NOT NOT NOTIIIICE CE CE CE This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, and this Manual and all the accompanying hardware, software, and documentation are copyrighted. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied or reproduced by mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form. The manufacturer does not warrant that the hardware will work properly in all environments and applications, and makes no warranty or representation, either express
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Contents CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THE ZOOMAIR IG-4150..................................5 PRODUCT AND DOCUMENTATION OVERVIEW .......................................5 NETWORK OPTIONS OVERVIEW.......................................................7 CHAPTER 2 CONNECTING AND POWERING UP THE IG-4150.............9 CONNECTING THE CABLES..............................................................9 POWERING UP THE UNIT ............................................................. 10 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLING THE I
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1 About the ZoomAir IG-4150 Product and Documentation Overview ZoomAir wireless LAN products incorporate the latest networking technology to offer you an easy and inexpensive way to build a wireless network in your home or office. This manual introduces you to the ZoomAir IG-4150 Internet Gateway, model 4150. It describes all the features and the most common configurations of the Gateway. Box Contents Your IG box contains the following components: • ZoomAir IG-4150 unit • ZoomAir IG-4150 documen
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The following are the contents of your ZoomAir CD: • ZoomAir IG-4150 Setup Utility software • User’s Manual, Quick Start Guide, and WEP Booklet (in .pdf format) • Internet security software —ZoneAlarm Firewall software —ZoneAlarm Pro (30-day trial) Firewall software —AdSubtract ad-blocking software • Customer support information • Frequently asked questions (FAQ) • Electronic warranty registration • Technical support and warranty information Manual Summary Chapters 2 through 5 explain how to mak
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5 Select a mode for the IG-4150 and configure its settings using the Setup Utility. Note: The IG-4150 is in the factory default mode – Cable Modem. You can change the mode when you configure the device (Chapter 4 or 5). Network Options Overview The IG-4150 is a Base Station that routes communication between wireless computers and the Internet and/or other computer networks. You can use the IG to provide wireless Internet access and wireless LAN or WAN communication in several ways. In this manua
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2 Connecting and Powering Up the IG-4150 The first step in getting your IG-4150 to work is to connect the cables and power up the unit as described in this chapter. Connecting the Cables Follow these steps: 1 Press the latches and remove the cover of the IG. 2 Plug the power connector into the power socket on the IG unit. 3 Connect the cable for Internet access: • For Wireless Internet Access via Telephone Line, plug one end of the RJ-11 telephone cable into socket a (as illustrated on the next
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• For Wireless Internet Access via External Devices (ADSL/PPPoE, Cable, ISDN/DSL modems) or if you are using a 10BT LAN, plug an RJ-45 Ethernet cable into socket b. Then connect the other end of the cable to the External Device. Note: Telephone adapter plugs and the Ethernet cable are available at your local computer dealer. See Appendix A for information about cable and connector types. 4 Place the unit on a flat surface and route the cables through the cable entrance. 5 Close the cover by atta
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2 Monitor the LED activity on the unit. The LEDs change color from Yellow to Red to Green to indicate start-up diagnostics. When finished (after approximately 30 seconds), the IG shows LED activity as listed in the table on the next page. Icon Name Activity Description Power Steady Green Power enabled. Wireless Flashing Green Wireless activity between the IG and wireless stations. Off No communication. Ethernet Flashing Green Communication between the IG and the wired Ethernet equipment (Cable o
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3 Installing the IG-4150 Setup Utility Installing the Utility Note: At this point, you should have installed a Wireless Client on at least one computer on your network (see the documentation for the Wireless Client). You will use this computer and the connected Wireless Client to install the IG-4150 Setup Utility. After you have connected the cables to your IG-4150 and powered up the unit, you must install the IG-4150 Setup Utility on a computer on your network to change the IG’s settings. Follo
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2 Click ZoomAir Software. In the ZoomAir Software screen, click Install IG-4150 Setup Utility. 3 Follow the prompts. In the Question dialog box, click Yes to install Java Runtime Environment 1.3. At the end of the IG Setup Utility installation, the IG Setup Utility icon appears on your desktop. Read the next chapter for instructions on how to configure the IG. WARNING: You must exit the IG-4150 Setup Utility if you have to unplug the device for any reason. IG-4150 Setup Utility: Other Functions
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Internet Access Settings To set up your IG-4150 for Dial-Up Internet access you need information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP), such as user name, password, telephone number and IP address. Next, select how you wish to connect to your ISP: • Wireless Internet Access via Telephone Line • Wireless Internet Access via External Devices Follow the instructions on your screen, or click Help for more information. Wireless Connection Settings Change these settings to increase the security of
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4 Configuring Typical IG Settings Introduction Note: You need to configure your IG only once, the first time you use it. After you have installed the IG-4150 Setup Utility (see Chapter 3), you must select a mode for the IG and configure it. To configure the IG, you will use a computer with a Wireless Client installed. The key aspect of the IG-4150 configuration is selecting a mode in which you want the device to operate. In this chapter, we explain the typical configuration of the IG-4150 in all
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Configuring the Settings 1 Double-click the IG Setup Utility icon on your desktop. The Welcome screen appears, as shown on the next page. For Type of installation, select Typical and click Continue. If you want to change the default WEP Encryption Key to maximize the security of your network, go to Chapter 5 for instructions on configuring the custom settings. 2 In the Identify your IG screen, enter the ID number of your IG unit in the IG Network Name text box. The ID number is the 6-character N
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Note: After you have identified your IG-4150, you may be instructed to upgrade the firmware on your device. Refer to Appendix B for more information. 3 After you have identified your IG, press the F12 key to check your IG Ethernet MAC-address. The following window will open. Write down the MAC-address on the last page of this manual. Your cable service provider will ask for it, and you may need it if you contact Technical Support or Customer Service. Click Close. Chapter 4 Configuring Typical
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4 In the Setup your Internet Connection screen, select the country in which you are located, and select a method of Internet access. Your options are: • Cable modem (factory default mode; see below) • Telephone line (see page 22) • ADSL/PPPoE (see page 24) • ISDN/DSL device (see page 26) • LAN infrastructure (see page 28) Internet Access via Cable Modem If you want to access the Internet through a cable modem (the factory default mode), follow this procedure to configure your IG: 1 In the Setup
