Belkin F5D7130 user manual Configuring the Wireless Network Settings

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CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS

2.Type in a passphrase. A passphrase is like a password. It can be a mixture of numbers and letters. After you type in your passphrase, click “Generate”. When you click “Generate”, the key fields below will become populated.

NOTE: 64-bit encryption will generate four keys and 128-bit encryption will generate only one key. Select the key you want to use by clicking the radio button next to it. Click “Apply Changes”.

3.Encryption in the WAP is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same passphrase. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change.

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Contents Wireless Network Access Point Table of Contents Introduction Key Features OverviewSystem Requirements Package ContentsApplications and Advantages Specifications Knowing Your Wireless Access Point Front PanelPower Jack Reset ButtonResetting the WAP Restoring the Factory DefaultsPlacement of Your Wireless Access Point Installation Setting UP Your Wireless Computer to Configure the WAP Logging out of the WAP Configuring the WAP UsingLogging into the WAP Understanding the Advanced Web-Based User Interface 1Quick Navigation LinksHome Button Help ButtonLogin/Logout Button LAN SettingsFeatures Version InfoWireless Channel Wireless ModeSsid Broadcast SsidChanging the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode Switch Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Broadcast Ssid FeatureChanging the Wireless Encryption Settings Setting Encryption Automatically Using a PassphraseConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Setting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal Key Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Setting MAC Address Filtering WAP UtilitiesRestarting the WAP to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the WAPRestoring Factory Default Setting Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration WAP Utilities Downloading a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareChecking for a New Version of Firmware WAP Utilities Updating the WAP’s Firmware Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordTroubleshooting Information FCC StatementModifications Federal Communications Commission NoticeCanada- Industry Canada IC Europe-European Union NoticeP74218