User's Manual

1. Before Using the Product
NZ2WL - xxx
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1. Before Using the Product
This chapter provides information you should know before using the product.
Overview
The NZ2WL-xxx is a wireless LAN adapter that conforms to IEEE 802.11a/b/g standards of various
countries and features a wide input power supply (12 to 24 VDC) and can be configured either as an
access point or station.
This product features WPA2/WPA security functions (AP only), multi-client function (ST only),
extended range (XR) function, Super A/G function, Wireless Distribution System (WDS) function,
Quality of Service (QoS) function, and other functions.
Please read this manual carefully before using the product.
The NZ2WL Series uses a wireless LAN chip set manufactured by Atheros Communications Inc. The main board,
firmware, and the enhanced feature have been developed and equipped.
Features
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The wireless LAN adapter that conforms to IEEE 802.11a/b/g standards and can be configured either
as an access point or station.
This product conforms to IEEE 802.11a/b/g standards, the channel can be set depending on the country,
and it can be configured either as an access point or station.
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High-level security features equipped *1
The product is equipped with WPA2/WPA, the latest security standards. The product also supports
IEEE 802.1X authentication in addition to the AES, AES-OCB, and WEP (64/128/152-bit) encryption.
Original encryption functions are also equipped. Those functions include WSL, an original encryption
technology, that can be used with WPA2/WPA or WEP as well as MAC address filtering, ESSID hide,
and ANY ID reject.
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IP tunneling function equipped *2
An IP tunneling function enables communication even at roaming destinations beyond the router range
without changing the network configuration.
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Offering three wireless connection modes according to network configurations
Standard *3 : Mode to use the features unique to the NZ2WL Series, such as IP tunneling and
WSL
Compatible *3 : Mode for heterogeneous use along with other vendors' wireless equipment
supporting Wi-Fi *4
Advanced *3 : Mode to allow wireless LAN terminals both in standard mode and compatible
mode to be connected on the network at the same time (only AP)
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XR function equipped *5
The XR (eXtended Range) function developed by Atheros Communications Inc. greatly extends the
range of the wireless LAN communication area. This is useful for providing a stable connection such as
at locations where radio wave interference may occur or where obstacles create "dead zones".
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Super A/G feature equipped
The product is equipped with super A/G feature that improves communication speed. The
communication speed of the wireless LAN can be increased between supported models.