SMC Networks SMC2632W manual Encryption

UTILITY CONFIGURATION

Encryption

Encryption – Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is implemented in the adapter to prevent unauthorized access. For more secure data transmissions, set encryption to “128-bit” or “64-bit”. The 128-bit setting gives a higher level of security. The setting must be the same for all clients in your wireless network (Default: Disabled).

The WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) implemented in SMC’s EZ Connect Wireless PC Card is based on the RC4 encryption algorithm. The security keys are four 10 digit keys for the 64-bit WEP setting and one 26-digit key for the 128-bit WEP setting. WEP security protects your wireless LAN against eavesdropping and unauthorized access by hackers or intruders.

Create with Passphrase – Security keys for WEP encryption are generated from your Passphrase string, so you must use the same passphrase on all the other stations in your network.

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