| Wireless Type | 802.11bgn |
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ZyXEL Wireless N Travel Router (NBG2105)
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| Brand | ZyXEL |
| Wireless Type | 802.11bgn |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Item Weight | 0.33 Pounds |
| Security Protocol | WPS |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 150 Megabits Per Second |
| Controller Type | Switch |
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- Share internet access between multiple laptops, smart phones and/or tablets simultaneously all while you're on the road
- Ultra-compact design for maximum mobility
- Simple, friendly one-touch wireless network setup
Product Description
Product Description
The sleek, compact ZyXEL NBG2105 Wireless Mini Travel Router gives you an easy way to share Internet access between multiple laptops, smart phones and tablets simultaneously while you're on the road. The ultra-compact design of the ZyXEL NBG2105 provides maximum mobility for travelers. In hotel rooms with only a wired Internet connection, the NBG2105 provides a convenient solution for adding wireless connectivity to all of your Wi-Fi devices, such as your laptops, smart phones or tablets, all at the same time. It can be powered via USB or through the included power supply, with a travel pouch provided for your convenience. The friendly one-touch button design of the ZyXEL NBG2105 provides a simple and easy way to set up your wireless network. Through the Clone MAC button and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button on the unit, travelers can easily share registered Internet access among multiple wireless devices securely. The ZyXEL NBG2105 allows you to easily set the operating mode according to your needs through the Router/Client/WISP with UR mode switch for wireless coverage extension or access sharing.
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Technical Details
| Brand | ZyXEL |
|---|---|
| Item model number | NBG2105 |
| Item Weight | 5.3 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 4.13 x 0.33 x 2.83 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.13 x 0.33 x 2.83 inches |
| Manufacturer | ZYXEL |
| ASIN | B00BTKZA1Y |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | March 11, 2013 |
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3.3 out of 5 stars |
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I broke the unit out of its box. The product is well packaged, and the device itself is well-designed also. It's VERY small, and lightweight too.
The unit I received was manufactured in July 2013, and between then and now, October 2013, there has been a firmware update, which I have NOT installed yet.
The software on the mini-CD provided is NOT available for download, so if you want to use it, and your PC has no CD drive, you'll have to make some arrangements. The software is not required to use the unit, as you can access all functions via WiFi and a web browser.
Despite the manufacturer's website claims to the contrary, the provided software does NOT work under Windows 8, nor in any of the compatibility modes in Win 8. I spent quite a while trying, and I'm an expert user, but it was no-go.
The software is called "USB sharing center" or something of the sort, and allows a network connection-over-USB, which could be very handy when setting up a small network while on the road (the reason I bought this beastie). It is also the only access method that works in all the modes supported by the device.
Note that the device can be controlled ONLY by browser, there is no SSH or other face. Additionally, this device isn't a true router. There is no provision for adding static routes or using routing protocols. If you need any of the features just mentioned, don't get this unit.
Beyond that, this devices all the controls you could want with port filtering and forwarding, MAC and URL filtering. Even some crude logging. Hey, this is a microscopic device, and not a full-fledged router. You can't run dd-wrt or tomato on it either.
Other than the above issues, the device is awesome and requires relatively little power.
I'll write more as I test on Win XP and Linux and attempt to resolve the Win 8 problem with ZyXel.
Update 10/19/2013: I've now had a chance to try this unit out while on the road. It performed admirably in all modes: Client, Router, Repeater/Client. It has low power requirements. It can be run off of nearly any USB plug-power supply (i/e without a computer), or USB port on your computer.
I'll update again when I (1) update the firmware, and (2) see if Zyxel customer service has a solution for Windows 8. Their website intimates that there is no Windows 8 solution for the USB driver at the present time.
By Unimon on October 9, 2013
I broke the unit out of its box. The product is well packaged, and the device itself is well-designed also. It's VERY small, and lightweight too.
The unit I received was manufactured in July 2013, and between then and now, October 2013, there has been a firmware update, which I have NOT installed yet.
The software on the mini-CD provided is NOT available for download, so if you want to use it, and your PC has no CD drive, you'll have to make some arrangements. The software is not required to use the unit, as you can access all functions via WiFi and a web browser.
Despite the manufacturer's website claims to the contrary, the provided software does NOT work under Windows 8, nor in any of the compatibility modes in Win 8. I spent quite a while trying, and I'm an expert user, but it was no-go.
The software is called "USB sharing center" or something of the sort, and allows a network connection-over-USB, which could be very handy when setting up a small network while on the road (the reason I bought this beastie). It is also the only access method that works in all the modes supported by the device.
Note that the device can be controlled ONLY by browser, there is no SSH or other face. Additionally, this device isn't a true router. There is no provision for adding static routes or using routing protocols. If you need any of the features just mentioned, don't get this unit.
Beyond that, this devices all the controls you could want with port filtering and forwarding, MAC and URL filtering. Even some crude logging. Hey, this is a microscopic device, and not a full-fledged router. You can't run dd-wrt or tomato on it either.
Other than the above issues, the device is awesome and requires relatively little power.
I'll write more as I test on Win XP and Linux and attempt to resolve the Win 8 problem with ZyXel.
Update 10/19/2013: I've now had a chance to try this unit out while on the road. It performed admirably in all modes: Client, Router, Repeater/Client. It has low power requirements. It can be run off of nearly any USB plug-power supply (i/e without a computer), or USB port on your computer.
I'll update again when I (1) update the firmware, and (2) see if Zyxel customer service has a solution for Windows 8. Their website intimates that there is no Windows 8 solution for the USB driver at the present time.
Best part about it is that they include plugs for international power ports! I haven't used them yet, but I love that they're there. And I don't even need to use it for this router, it's just a standard USB charger block, so I can use it for my phone or anything else that charges off USB.
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Workaround for this though - Put it in WISP mode, connect to usb , access the settings and you can turn off the wifi side so that you are using it as a client, works the same as how client mode is supposed to work and lets you get to the settings.
Klappt wunderbar mit dem Zyxel Router.




