SMC Networks SMC2655W instruction

For HEX (0-9, A-F) "Key Format", the security is enabled by entering 10-digit keys for the 64-bit WEP configuration, and 26-digit keys for a 128-bit WEP configuration. For ASCII "Key Format", the security is enabled by entering 5-letter keys for 64-bit WEP, and 13-letter keys for 128-bit WEP.

Note that there are 4 different keys to choose from. Choose the Key that has the encryption string you prefer. The wireless clients must be configured in this same fashion.

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The MAC address filtering section, you can decide which wireless devices are allowed to connect to the Access Point by adding the MAC address of the allowed clients. Wireless devices that are not in the table will be effectively denied access. You can enter a maximum of 32 addresses.

Check the [Enable MAC access control] option, and enter the MAC address of the allowed clients. The format is 12 hexadecimal digits (e.g. - 0050BACA6BBC). After you have finished entering the address, click the [ADD] button. Then press the [Apply] button in the bottom right-hand corner to activate the MAC Filtering.

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