Belkin F6D301 user manual Encryption Keys, Wi-Fi Protected Access WPA

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Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility

additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption.

Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit WEP and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit WEP and

128-bit encryption.

Encryption Keys

After selecting either the 64-bit WEP or 128-bit encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another.

You can enter your key by typing in the hex key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex characters. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex characters.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key

C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key

Write down the hex WEP key from your wireless router or access point and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your Card’s configuration screen.

3.Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)

WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found on your wireless vendor’s website. There are two types of WPA security: Wi-Fi Protected Access- Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK), typically for use in home-network configurations when not operating on a radius server; and WPA (with radius server), typically for office-network configurations.

WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the network key. A network key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment.

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Contents Wireless A+G Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionWireless Router or Access Point Placement IntroductionAvoid Obstacles and Interference Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkCordless Phones Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL New Zealand EuropeAustralia SingaporeProduct Features OverviewFrequently changing environments Product SpecificationsApplications and Advantages Temporary LANs for special projects or peak timePackage Contents System RequirementsInstalling and Setting Up the Card Installing and Setting Up the Card Insert Insert the Card into your ComputerYour setup is now complete Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network UtilitySignal Strength Connect to NetworkLink Speed ChannelEncryption MoreNetwork Name SignalFinding Available Networks in your Area SecurityMac Address TypeBand ConnectSetting up Wireless Network Profiles Transfer Rate Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Encryption Methods Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkWired Equivalent Privacy WEP Bit WEPEncryption Keys Wi-Fi Protected Access WPAC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key Network key= Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA-PSK no server WPA with server Settings Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-PSK no server Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-Radius Server or Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Problem SolutionName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Troubleshooting Link LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poor Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart SpeedTechnical Support FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeCanada-Industry Canada IC ModificationsEurope-European Union Notice Certification ID W002987 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin Corporation Belkin Tech SupportBelkin B.V. Boeing Avenue