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ZyXEL Offers First Ultra Small Device to Combine Wi-Fi Hotspot Finder With Access Point for Easy, Anywhere Wireless Internet Surfing

Posted on: Thursday, 11 August 2005, 12:00 CDT

New ZyXEL AG-225H Wi-Fi Finder Features Dual-Band Client Adapter and Soft Access Point for Quick and Simple On-the-Road Networking

ZyXEL Communications Inc., a leading provider of secure broadband networking and Internet connectivity and routing products, today announced the ZyXEL AG-225H Wi-Fi finder, an ideal solution that offers quick and easy on-the-road networking for mobile computer users. The AG-225H is the only Wi-Fi finder available today that locates all the 802.11a and 802.11b/g access points in range and provides detailed information like SSID, security, and signal strength. In a sleek device the size of a stick of gum, the AG-225H is the first to have a hotspot finder, client adapter and soft access point all in one, making it a perfect on-the-go gadget.

The AG-225H is the first to combine an 802.11a and 802.11b/g USB 2.0 adapter with a fully functional stand-alone hotspot detector that can also turn your laptop into an access point to allow users to instantly share wireless access with others. The soft access point feature makes the AG-225H perfect for conference rooms, meeting rooms and hotels where there is one wired network connection but multiple users. The new device packs a dual-band USB wireless adaptor with advanced WPA2 security and 802.11a worldwide radio support, allowing users access to 802.11a networks anywhere in the world.

"As wireless networking increasingly becomes ubiquitous, more and more people are looking to access the Internet on the go to check email, access corporate networks, share music and pictures, and send and receive documents," said Munira Brooks, vice president of sales, marketing and business development, at ZyXEL. "The AG-225H is an ideal tool for the road warrior who can't be without Internet access. It also makes a great holiday gift."

With its ease of use and full featured capability, the ZyXEL AG-225H is an ideal tool for consumers to detect hotspots, provide a secure wireless connection and share wireless access with others. The AG-225H gives users detailed information about security, SSID and signal strength, and it detects all 802.11a and 802.11b/g access points, including 802.11-compatible MIMO and Pre-N networks on both 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands. By displaying detailed information about the access points it locates, the AG-225 provides a great tool for security professionals to monitor the environment for any unsecured access points.

The AG-225H uses the ZyDAS smart chipset for USB Wireless Client Adaptors. ZyDAS, a subsidiary of ZyXEL Corporation, is one of the largest manufacturers of smart chipsets for USB Wireless Client adaptors.

Key benefits of the AG-225H include:

-- LCD Display - AG-225H supports a graphic LCD display that provides the following information: Signal Strength, Security & Encryption, Operation Channel, Radio Band and SSID.

-- Built-in LiON Battery - allows users to scan the environment for hotspots without turning on their computer.

-- Dual-Band - supports 802.11a and 802.11g/b wireless networking standards over 5GHz (a) and 2.4GHz (b,g) band. In dual-band environments, intelligent software constantly monitors the wireless connection and will change bands to avoid interference and maintain high throughput levels.

-- Enhanced Wireless Security - AG-225H is WPA and WPA2 certified and protects data with 802.1x authentication.

-- Soft AP - By turning a computer into an instant wireless access point, users can share their network connection by simply plugging the computer into the Ethernet port and the AG-225 into the computer.

Pricing and Availability

List price for the ZyAIR AG-225H is $99 and will be available starting September through ZyXEL's national network of authorized resellers, eCommerce sites, CompUSA stores nationwide and direct to consumers from ZyXEL. More information about the ZyAIR AG-225H can be found at http://www.us.zyxel.com.

About ZyXEL Communications

ZyXEL Communications, Inc., with U.S. headquarters in Anaheim, is one of the foremost suppliers of broadband networking and Internet connectivity/routing products. ZyXEL addresses the needs of security-conscious computer users, including home users, small office/home office (SOHO) and small-to-medium sized business (SMB) users. The company offers consumer-friendly products in the areas of security, wireless, VoIP, switches and routers. The ZyXEL family of wireless home networking products are noted for their easy installation, high performance and built-in security. For more information on ZyXEL Communications and its broadband solutions, visit the company's website at http://www.us.zyxel.com.

Source: Business Wire

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