Gigabyte GN-WB01GS user manual Making HEX keys, Authentication and Security

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different settings in the profile, including 802.11 Protocol Authentication and Security and 802.1X Protocol.

Figure 3-4. Authentication and Security

Authentication Type: Before a station connects to a SSID, the authentication type used by the SSID must be known. Authentication types include OPEN SYSTEM, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, LEAP and SHARED.

Encryption: To prevent unauthorized access to data transmitted on the network, the Adapter and the Access Point agree on a type of data encryption. Any station that wishes to connect must have the same password and encryption scheme to connect. Different authentication types have different level of security. (Default: TKIP)

WEP encryption: Select one of the four keys as the default encrypted key.

To setup WEP, you will need to set a ASCII or HEX key to connect to Access Point. The WEP Key can only be saved through the setting of profile.

1.Select a Key #.

2.Select a form of the key (Hex or ASCII).

3.Enter password. Please enter 26 hexadecimal digits or 13 ASCII digits.

4.Click OK to save the settings.

Making HEX keys:

64-bit - Generated as 10 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f) (example: 843c29a562) 128bit - Generated as 26 alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-f) (example: 3c29f2536bef3276d32e364a2c)

Note: Using a Hex key is more secure than using an ASCII key, and if you are connecting to a GIGABYTE Router or Access Point, ASCII keys are not allowed and you must use a Hex key.

WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryption: WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK (Preshared Key) uses TKIP or AES based on your choice. You create a password (or Passphrase as its often called)

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Contents User’s Manual FCC Radiation Exposure Statement Federal Communication Commission Interference StatementFCC Caution Contents Power in a small package Introduction to the WB01GS Wireless USB AdapterFeatures Product OverviewPackage Contents Physical Dimensions & PackagingLED Indicators System RequirementsInstallation Installing the WB01GSClick Install Wireless LAN Utility to begin installation Welcome screenCheck setup information AnywaySmartSetup SmartSetup 3 Network SelectionCongratulations. Your secure WPA wireless LAN and Internet Auto detecting your ISP typeUsing the Wireless Utility Profile TabConfiguration Screen Current profileAuthentication and Security Screen ConfigurationAuthentication and Security Making HEX keys1X Authentication 2-2 .1x Settings CA Server Tab Client Certificate Selection ListCA Server Setting Advanced ScreenAdvanced Link Status Tab Link StatusSite Survey Tab 10. Site SurveyStatistics Tab 11. StatisticsAbout Tab 12. About TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix BAppendix C Regulatory Information Important NoteAppendix D Warranty Limited Warranty Statement 1-Year Warranty