ZyXEL Communications ZYAIR G-4100 User Manual page 27

ZyAIR G-4100 User's Guide
iPass
The iPass company provides connectivity services for mobile Internet users. The ZyAIR can
authenticate iPass clients through an external RADIUS server that is Wi-Fi based Wireless Internet
Service Provider roaming (WISPr) compliant.
Local Content and Advertising Links
Once connected to the network, the ZyAIR directs the subscriber to a specified web site and display
advertisement links. This can be a source of extra online advertising revenues and increased business
exposure.
Access Control (Walled Garden)
With the walled garden feature, subscribers are able to access predetermined web sites without logging
in. The ZyAIR blocks full Internet access until the subscribers log in.
Subscriber Login Page Customization
You can customize the subscriber login page according to your business needs. The advanced settings
allow you to include welcome messages, company logo and basic formatting.
Web Configurator Management
The ZyAIR comes with an embedded web-based configurator. It offers advanced management features
and allows you to manage the ZyAIR remotely using Internet Explorer.
SNMP
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a protocol used for exchanging management
information between network devices. SNMP is a member of the TCP/IP protocol suite. Your ZyAIR
supports SNMP agent functionality, which allows a manager station to manage and monitor the
ZyAIR through the network. The ZyAIR supports SNMP version 2c (SNMPv2c).
Watchdog
The ZyAIR can continue working by resetting itself after a system crash.
Upgrade Firmware
The firmware of the ZyAIR can be upgraded via the web configurator.
Syslog
The ZyAIR's syslog function allows network administrators to monitor the usage status of subscribers
from a remote site. You can set up a syslog server to receive the log of information on current logged-
in subscribers that the ZyAIR sends periodically.
IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN Standard
The ZyAIR complies with the IEEE 802.11g wireless standard, which supports data speeds of up to 54
Mbps.
IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN Standard
The ZyAIR is also fully compatible with the 802.11b standard. This means an IEEE 802.11b radio
card can interface directly with the ZyAIR (and vice versa) at 11 Mbps or lower depending on range.
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