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Business Wireless

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Business Wireless Products Feature Matrix

Small Medium

Product G1000 v2 NWA1100 NWA3160
NWA3000 Series Hybrid Business WLAN AP
WLAN Controller + Managed AP + Stand Alone AP
NWA3550 NWA3163 NXC8160 (Wireless Switch) & NWA8500 (Managed AP)

Small Medium Enterprise

The NWA3000 series Hybrid APs are a total WLAN solution for SMB. The groundbreaking Hybrid AP brings the benefit of centralized WLAN to simplify deployment and maintenance; furthermore, the Hybrid AP also provides high-quality radio performance and Enterprise class stand-alone AP functionality. The NWA3000 series Hybrid AP has 3 modes for users to choose from: Controller, Managed AP and Stand-Alone AP.

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Controller: This mode can manage a variety of AP solutions provided by ZyXEL; including dual-band AP (NWA3160), high-power AP (NWA3163), and outdoor AP (NWA3550). The AP function is enabled at the same time when configured as Controller. Managed AP: This mode makes the unit fully manageable by another ZyXEL Hybrid AP.
Product Category Main Design Wireless Technology LAN & WAN Number of 10/100M LAN/Switch WAN PoE WLAN 802.11b/g 802.11a Number of Antenna WLAN Features Maximum Throughput WMM (Wi-Fi Certified) WEP WPA WPA2 Rogue AP Detection WLAN Mangement Controller Managed AP Others Plenum Rating

Entry Level Smart AP

Entry Level POE AP

Smart AP

WLAN Controller System

Outdoor AP

Stand-Alone: The NWA3000 Series performs as stand-alone enterprise WLAN access point in this mode.

802.11g

Super A or G

High Power Super G

802.11a & g*

Super A & G

Benefit 1 - Reducing Maintenance Efforts
The NWA3000 Series Hybrid AP can manage another 24 NWA3160/3163/3550s. Manage multiple access points as easy as a single AP.

All managed by NWA3160

NWA3550 Outdoor AP

2 NWA3160 Smart AP

22~24Mbps

Up to 33 Mbps

Up to 33Mbps

NWA3163 High Power AP

Compatible
Benefit 2 - No extra cost for building a centralized WLAN with stand-alone APs
The NWA3000 series provides WLAN controller + Access Point functionalities at the price of an Access Point. Only one or two access points are needed to deploy a WLAN network, at the beginning; they can be switched to the controller mode as more access points join the network.
* Function/Features provided by NWA8500.
Hotspot & Hospitality Gateways
Product VSG1200 V2 G4100 v2

Single AP

Management
Its easy to configure another WLAN with any hybrid AP.
Controller mode When AP increases
Move any NWA3160 To setup new WLAN
Product Category Main Design Wireless Technology LAN & WAN Number of 10/100M LAN/Switch WAN PoE WLAN 802.11b/g Number of Antenna Maximum Throughput WEP WPA (Wi-Fi Certified) WPA2 (Wi-Fi Certified)

Service Gateway

Others Built-in Authentication RADIUS Authentication Support
Product Category Main Design Wireless Technology LAN & WAN
Others Built-in Authentication
Benefit 3 - Enterprise class design to build reliable and scalable Wi-Fi Network

NWA3160

Scalable to adopt different sizes of business entity.
RADIUS Authentication Support IP Plug-and-play Layer-2 Isolation Customization Log-in Page DOT
IP Plug-and-play Layer-2 Isolation Customization Log-in Page DOT Max. Concurrent User PMS Integration
Enterprise level security- all configurations are done through a secured tunnel.

DTLS Tunnel Protected

Number of 10/100M LAN/Switch WAN PoE WLAN 802.11b/g Number of Antenna Maximum Throughput WEP WPA (Wi-Fi Certified) WPA2 (Wi-Fi Certified)

SP-200E/SP300E 512

Prevents risk of configuration exposure or risk of AP being stolen since no configuration is stored in managed AP.

SP-200E/SP300E 100

Max. Concurrent User PMS Integration

DTLS Frame

2 22~24 Mbps

NWA3550

NWA3163
Optional Antenna Feature Matrix

Product

EXT108

EXT109

EXT114

EXT118

ANT2206

ANT3108

ANT3218
Part Number (STD) EAN Code Frequency Band Gain VSWR Polarization HPBW/Horizontal HPBW/Vertical Front to Back Ratio Impedance Connector Survival Wind Speed Temperature Humidity Radome Color Radome Material Weight Dimensions
91-005-047001B 4718937500734 2400~2500MHz 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical N/A 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 25C Gray-white Fiber glass 337 gw f 19 x 250 mm
91-005-048001B 4718937401406 2400~2500MHz 9 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 15 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C Gray-white ABS 107 gw
91-005-049001B 4718937500741 2400~2500MHz 14 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 15 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resistant 407 g
91-005-050001B 4718937401413 2400~2500MHz 18 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 26 dB 50 N type female 180 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resistant 1.6 kg
91-005-231001B 4718937508013 2400~2500MHz 4900~5875MHz 6 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical 12dB 50 RP SMA Plug 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical 50 50
91-005-233001B 4718937508037 5150~5875MHz 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical N/A 50 N type female 216 km/hr
91-005-232001B 4718937508020 4900~5875MHz 18 dBi

2.0:1 Max

Linear, vertical 25 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C Gray-white ABS, UV resist 640 gw 210 x 210 x 73 mm
-10C to 55C 95% at 55C White, Black ABS, UV resist 110 g 76 x 86 x 118 mm
-40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resist 206 g f 20 x 260 mm
114 x 114 x 40 mm 200 x 200 x 50 mm 360 x 360 x 16 mm

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Quality Wireless Networking for Serious Businesses
Product Solution Guide- Business WLAN

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Product Solution Guide

Contents

Why ZyXEL? Comprehensive Business WLAN Application Scenario Products at a Glance
Hybrid AP Smart AP WLAN Controller System Hotspot Gateway
Feature Matrix Optional Antenna Feature Matrix

Why ZyXEL?

ZyXEL offers two different business WLAN solutions, Smart AP and WLAN Controller. Todays network applications demand converged Wi-Fi voice, data and video services. The ability to communicate efficiently is delivered with high performance, cost effective ZyXEL solutions. ZyXELs value comes from three major benefits: lower TCO (Total Cost of Ownership), better QoS (Quality of Service) for network convergence, easier management. ZyXEL sees price, performance and TCO as the major value indicators of its offerings. The low TCO of ZyXEL solutions come from innovations in terms of WLAN installation, deployment and maintenance. For instance, ZyXEL Smart APs and WLAN controller systems are all highly integrated with many vital built-in features, such as the embedded RADIUS and PoE ports. With enhancements derived from new technologies, QoS can be guaranteed. Network convergence, defined as the integration of voice, video and data onto a single IP network, has become a new requirement for major business applications. Since ZyXEL Smart AP provides Pre-Authentication, PMK Cache and IAPP enhancements to speed up the roaming operations between APs, users can enjoy new VoWLAN technologies without suffering from lagging voices or videos. ZyXELs Controller System, with unique centralized control of each channel blanket, guarantees user throughput levels and enables zero-delay mobility and higher aggregated bandwidth than other comparable WLAN systems. ZyXELs Smart AP is equipped with unique features including Auto Configuration and Centralized Administrator Account that save time and effort typically involved in massive deployments and maintenance. ZyXEL Controller System also comes with the groundbreaking Channel Blanket technology that enables the fastest deployment and the easiest maintenance since no complicated RF site survey or ongoing channel tweaking is required. Customers will find ZyXEL solutions excel in both performance and TCO, providing effortless management, deployment, upgrading and maintenance unmatched by other leading brands; and the multi-faceted ZyXEL advantages will significan
Comprehensive Business WLAN Application Scenario
ZyXEL Business WLAN product line includes Smart APs, centralized WLAN Controller systems, as well as Internet Access Controller gateways. With these comprehensive product families, you can deploy a Wi-Fi Network from small to large scale, from common business to vertical market use. Here are a few examples:
All managed by NWA3160 (or other NWA3000 series AP)
Embedded RADIUS server Enterprise level WPA2 Security Dual Band connectivity Guest SSID, VoIP SSID

Internet

SMB Application Scenario III
ZyXELs NWA3000 series APs can manage a variety of AP solutions provided by ZyXEL, including: high-density, high-power AP (NWA3163) for larger coverage, and outdoor AP (NWA3550) for extended coverage. The AP function is also enabled simultaneously when configured as
NWA3160 WLAN AP NWA3550 Outdoor AP
Small Business Application Scenario
Without extended staff, deploying a manageable and secure WLAN has become a challenge for IT managers. With ZyXELs advanced, embedded RADIUS server, small businesses can deploy WLAN easily with less effort to provide excellent access security. Moreover, ZyXEL also provides external authentication to remote servers for larger scale WLAN deployment with flexibility for future expansion.

NWA3160 WLAN AP NWA3550 WLAN AP NWA3160 WLAN AP
Controller. One AP designated as controller can manage up to 24 other NWA3000 series Access Points. A second AP may be designated as a backup controller so if the main controller goes down the secondary AP takes over as the controller. In addition to easier management, the hybrid AP functionality reduces the complexity of site planning by being able to automatically select the best channel for each AP that is managed. With benefits including centralized management and complete security features (built-in RADIUS), the NWA3000 series Hybrid APs are a highly
NWA3163 High Power AP NWA3160 Dual Radio AP
Small Business WLAN Solution
SMB Application Scenario I
Users want application access anywhere while IT staff wants implementation of secure and scalable WLANs. They are all looking for a WLAN solution to solve planning, deployment and management concerns.
integrated solution for an SMB environment.

Access Gateway

Server & User
With the ZyXEL WLAN solution, network access can be secured by user authentication and data encryption. WLAN deployment is no longer a challenge. At the same time, the IT staff can define the same management policies as they do on their wired networks.

Firewall

User access and device management both secured by 802.1x Single account on RADIUS can manage all APs
SMB/Enterprise Application Scenario
In an environment with high VoWLAN demand, the ZyXEL WLAN controller system provides zero-delay roaming to guarantee voice quality and user experience,

Wi-Fi Phone

while also simplifying deployment and maintenance

NWA3163 WLAN AP

efforts and expense. The centralized management features provide the extendibility to manage other WLAN controller systems on remote sites via the local controller.
Easy deployment and maintenance Best VoWLAN experience ever
NXC8160 & NWA8500 WLAN Controllor & Managed AP

Wi-Fi Phone Firewall

Firewall Firewall

SSL 802.1x PPTP VPN

NWA3160 WLAN AP
SMB Application Scenario II
In a multi-site deployment scenario, not only can users access applications anywhere, but the features of a centralized administrator account also simplifies management efforts for the IT staff. Now, IT professionals can use one single account on the RADIUS server to manage all Access Points at different locations.

Distributed Office WLAN

WLAN in SMB/EnterpriseApplication
Hotspot Application Scenario
For hotels, coffee shops, airports, conference facilities and other sites that business travelers frequent, ZyXELs service gateway is an ideal solution to offer an instant high speed Internet connection without complex IP configurations. In addition to the built-in authentication and Layer-2 isolation features, it also provides VPN passthrough for users who need to exchange confidential data.

DSL Modem

G4100 v2 Service Gateway WLAN AP

SP300E Ticket Printer

Local user authentication Local Billing System

Airport

Wireless Data Encryption Web-based authentication

G4100 v2 Service Gateway

Coffee Shops
Hotel Application Scenario
ZyXELs Vantage Service Gateway can be tightly integrated with our own xDSL, Ethernet and access point models to form a total solution for large facilities, such as hotels and resorts. With support for several hotel PMS, external RADIUS and VLAN architectures, Vantage Service Gateway offers convenient billing and accounting features to save effort for service providers.
DSL/Cable Modem RADIUS AAA Server Web Server Syslog Server

Lobby Area

Counter account assignment (Static account)
PMS System Billing System
VSG1200 V2 Service Gateway
Ethernet Switch VDSL Switch

Counter Area

SP300E Ticket Printer (Dynamic Account)

Room 3

WLAN AP

Room 2

Room 1

Product at a Glance

NWA3163

Hybrid AP

NWA3160

Hybrid Business WLAN AP

The NWA3160 Hybrid AP is a total WLAN solution for SMB. The groundbreaking Hybrid AP brings the benefit of centralized WLAN to simplify deployment and maintenance. Furthermore, the Hybrid AP also provides high-quality radio performance and Enterprise class stand-alone AP functionality. NWA3160 Hybrid AP has three modes for users to choose from: Controller, Managed AP and Stand-Alone AP. The Controller mode can manage eight APs provided by ZyXEL; including dual-radio AP (NWA3500), high-power AP (NWA3163), and outdoor AP (NWA3550). The AP function is enabled simultaneously when configured as a Controller. The Managed AP makes the unit fully manageable by another ZyXEL Hybrid AP. The Stand-Alone mode makes the unit perform as a stand-alone enterprise WLAN access point. Centralized configuration managed up to 24 WLAN Access Points Secured tunnel for communication between Controller and Managed AP Auto Channel Assessment Enterprise Class Access Point functionality Plenum rated enclosure

Plenum Rated Business WLAN AP Key Features
WLAN Controller or Managed AP or Stand Alone AP, 3-in-one configurable Hybrid AP Providing high capacity, high security, enterprise class features with best price/performance ratio. ZyXEL's NWA3163 and NWA3160 are both built using LSOH material (Low Smoke Zero Halogen Material) and compliant with UL2043 (plenum rating). The NWA3163 high-power Access Point features standard complaint security, management capabilities, and breakthrough VoWLAN QOS capabilities. This secure and reliable Wireless Access Point with PoE support is your best choice for small to medium businesses.

Key Features

WLAN Controller or Managed AP or Stand Alone AP, 3-in-one configurable Hybrid AP 802.11b/g support High Power Radio Wi-Fi WPA2 Certified Multiple SSID with pre-defined VoIP, Guest SSID Powerful and secure management

Model Name

WLAN Features Multiple SSID
High Power Radio (802.11b/g) 8

Plenum rated enclosure

WLAN Features Multiple SSID Centralized Administrator Account by RADIUS Console Port
Single Radio (802.11a/b/g) 8
Centralized Administrator Account by RADIUS Console Port

WLAN Controller System

NXC8160 & NWA8500

NWA3550

Dual-Radio Outdoor AP with Extended Wi-Fi Coverage
The NWA3550 is designed with dual-band radio in mind. This Access Point has the most advanced standard-compliant security, management capabilities and breakthrough functions to deliver the best wireless office LAN that supports the latest applications such as VoWLAN. The secure and reliable Wireless access point series with PoE support is the best choice for small- to medium-sized businesses. IP-66 compliant and with The NWA3550 has two N-type connectors and can work with all external antennas and accessories provided by ZyXEL, to extend the Wi-Fi coverage area. Multiple SSID with pre-defined VoIP, Guest SSID Wi-Fi WPA2 Certified UV-resistance casing 802.11a/g full dual-band and dual-radio support Designed for outdoor coverage extension and operating in -31F ~ 131F (-35C ~ 55C) NWA8500 NXC8160
Unique Interference-Free Architecture for High-Density Deployment Key Features
The NXC8160 and NWA8500 Wireless LAN Controllers are the central components of ZyXELs unique Interference-Free architecture. This exclusive solution enables the same channel to be transmitted from every access point in the system without the co-channel interference that plagues other WLAN solutions. By forming Channel Blankets, the need for RF cell planning is eliminated and the traditional site survey is simply reduced to a matter of physical equipment installation. Coupled with zero-configuration access points placed in any density and unrestricted by RF conditions, the solution delivers truly plug-and-play simplicity. Furthermore, ZyXELs unique centralized control of each Channel Blanket empowers a WLAN system with zero-delay mobility, robust client connections, a guaranteed level of user throughput, as well as a higher aggregated bandwidth than comparable WLAN systems. Simply put, it provides the flexibility, performance and simplicity that enterprises need to support data, video, and voice (VoWLAN) applications in universal WLAN deployments. This 8-port controller can be used alone or with multiple controllers to meet the requirements of crowded enterprise environments of any size or variation.

No cell planning needed Same band operation High resiliiancy Zero-delay, secure seamless mobility wire quality VoWLAN Wi-Fi collaboration uplink diversity
Dual Radio (802.11a/b/g) 16

Service Gateway

G4100 v2

Hotspot Services

ZyXELs G4100 v2 is an all-in-one hotspot gateway that provides secure Internet access according to the free or charge-based policies the business owner defines. Since the authentication server in the embedded G4100 v2 is very easy to configure and self-contained, the business owners of hotspots, such as coffee shops, book stores, hotels or resorts do not need any additional hardware or software to provide the service. ZyXELs G4100 v2 provides several marketing functions including a customized login page, the ability to display pop-up advertisements to customers, and the use of walled garden to provide free Internet access to a limited number of websites.

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Integrated HotSpot services Scalable user authentication and accounting Rich networking features Customized login page, advertisement URL links and walled garden features
Product G1000 v2 NWA1100 NWA3160 NWA3163
Business Wireless Products Feature Matrix
Small Medium Small Medium Enterprise
NXC8160 (Wireless Switch) & NWA8500 (Managed AP) NWA3550
Product Category Main Design Wireless Technology LAN & WAN Number of 10/100M LAN/Switch

Entry Level Smart AP

Entry Level POE AP

Smart AP

Outdoor AP

802.11g

Super A or G

High Power Super G

802.11a & g*

Super A & G

VSG1200 V2
AAA and PMS Internet Service Gateway
The VSG-1200 V2 Vantage Service Gateway has a built-in authentication server providing Internet access for large hospitality facilities. It can be deployed freestanding or rack mounted. Its AAA (Authentication, Authorization and Accounting) features give service providers an easy way to manage and maintain a large group of subscribers over the Internet. The VSG-1200 V2 can also integrate with Hotel PMS systems to conveniently generate bills while creating new revenue streams. With the built-in Web-based management system, the VSG-1200 V2 offers a set of easy-to-use, Platform independent management and configuration tools for service providers to customize their own portal pages. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support is another alternative that enables integration with any standard-based management software. The advanced design of the VSG-1200 V2 enables service providers to deploy broadband service to a large amount of customers quickly, at a lower cost than previously possible.

WAN PoE

PMS integration RADIUS authentication/accounting Time-based billing (billing by minute, hour, day, week, etc) SSL secure user login process VPN pass through (IPSec/PPTP/L2TP)
WLAN 802.11b/g 802.11a Number of Antenna WLAN Features Maximum Throughput WMM (Wi-Fi Certified) WEP WPA WPA2 Rogue AP Detection WLAN Mangement Controller Managed AP Others Plenum Rating * Function/Features provided by NWA8500.

* *

22~24Mbps

Up to 33 Mbps

Up to 33Mbps

Compatible

Product
Optional Antenna Feature Matrix
Product EXT108 EXT109 EXT114 EXT118 ANT2206 ANT3108 ANT3218
Product Category Main Design Wireless Technology LAN & WAN Number of 10/100M LAN/Switch WAN PoE WLAN 802.11b/g Number of Antenna Maximum Throughput WEP WPA (Wi-Fi Certified) WPA2 (Wi-Fi Certified) Others Built-in Authentication RADIUS Authentication Support IP Plug-and-play Layer-2 Isolation Customization Log-in Page Ticket Printer Max. Concurrent User PMS Integration

Part Number (STD)

91-005-047001B 4718937500734 2400~2500MHz 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical N/A 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 25C Gray-white Fiber glass 337 gw f 19 x 250 mm 15 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C Gray-white ABS 107 gw 91-005-048001B 4718937401406 2400~2500MHz 9 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 15 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resistant 407 g 91-005-049001B 4718937500741 2400~2500MHz 14 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 26 dB 50 N type female 180 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resistant 1.6 kg -10C to 55C 95% at 55C White, Black ABS, UV resist 110 g 76 x 86 x 118 mm 91-005-050001B 4718937401413 2400~2500MHz 18 dBi 1.5:1 Max Linear, vertical 91-005-231001B 4718937508013 2400~2500MHz 4900~5875MHz 6 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical 12dB 50 RP SMA Plug 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical N/A 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40C to 80C 95% at 55C White ABS, UV resist 206 g f 20 x 260 mm 91-005-233001B 4718937508037 5150~5875MHz 8 dBi 2.0:1 Max Linear, vertical 91-005-232001B 4718937508020 4900~5875MHz 18 dBi

2.0:1 Max

EAN Code Frequency Band Gain VSWR

~ 24 Mbps

Polarization HPBW/Horizontal HPBW/Vertical Front to Back Ratio Impedance Connector Survival Wind Speed
Linear, vertical 25 dB 50 N type female 216 km/hr -40 C to 80C 95% at 55C Gray-white ABS, UV resist 640 gw 210 x 210 x 73 mm

SP-200E/SP300E 512

SP-200E/SP300E 100
Temperature Humidity Radome Color Radome Material Weight Dimensions
114 x 114 x 40 mm 200 x 200 x 50 mm 360 x 360 x 16 mm