Belkin F5D7050 user manual Securing your Wireless Network, Encryption Methods

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Securing your Wireless Network

Securing your Wireless Network

Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from unwanted intrusions. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of publication, three encryption methods are available.

Encryption Methods:

Name	64-bit Wired	128-bit	Wi-Fi Protected
	Equivalent Privacy	Encryption	Access

Acronym	64-bit WEP	128-bit	WPA

Security	Good	Better	Best

Features	Static keys	Static keys	Dynamic key
			encryption and mutual
			authentication

	Encryption keys based	Added security	TKIP (temporal key
	on RC4 algorithm	over 64-bit WEP	integrity protocol)
	(typically 40-bit keys)	using a key length	added so that keys are
		of 104 bits, plus 24	rotated and encryption
		additional bits of	is strengthened
		system-generated
		data

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Contents Wireless G USB Network Adapter Table of Contents Introduction Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware IntroductionCordless Phone Placement Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceChoose the quietest channel for your wireless network Secure connections, VPNs, and AOLIntroduction Features Difficult-to-wire environmentsApplications and Advantages Frequently changing environmentsPackage Contents Product SpecificationsSystem Requirements Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Protective Cap Activity LEDUSB Adapter Desktop stand Optional UseInstalling and setting up the USB Network Adapter Install the SoftwareConnect the USB Adapter to your PC Product PlacementFor desktops For notebooks Let Windows Finish the Installation Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter Uninstalling the Software and Drivers Status Tab Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility’s and 0’s displayed here indicates a connection Current Profile String More ButtonAccess Point AP List Tab SignalNetwork Name BandSite Information How to update the Access Point AP list informationProfile Tab Creating a Profile Creating a new Profile Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility How to find and connect to a wireless network Windows XP Users Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Setting up Windows XP WZC Utility to use WPA Securing your Wireless Network Encryption MethodsSecuring your Wireless Network WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3030FAF0F4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7 = 128-bit WEP key Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyName of your wireless network appears in AP List Name of your wireless network does not appear in AP ListInstallation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility Power LED does not come on Adapter is not workingLink LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Data transfer is sometimes slowTroubleshooting Wireless Comparison What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a?Technical Support Europe 00 800 223 55 Australia 1800 666FCC Statement InformationFederal Communications Commission Notice Canada-Industry Canada IC ModificationsEurope-European Union Notice Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty InformationWireless G USB Network Adapter