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64-bit WEP uses a key made from of five hexadecimal digit pairs. A hexadeci- mal digit consists of an alphanumeric character ranging from 0-9 or A-F. An example of a 64-bit WEP key is: 4E-A3-3D-68-72. To create a set of 64- bit WEP keys, enter five hexadecimal digit pairs into the desired Key text box (Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4).

128 bit WEP Key is just like the 64-bit key except that it uses 13 hexadecimal pairs to provide more secure encryption. To create a 128-bit WEP key, enter 13 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box.

256 bit WEP Key is just like the 64-bit key except that it uses 29 hexadecimal pairs to provide more secure encryption. To create a 256-bit WEP key, enter 29 hexadecimal digit pairs in the Key text box.

+NOTE: Not all wireless PC Cards support 128-bit or 256-bit WEP. Ensure all wireless PC Cards installed in the clients support the version of WEP you want to use before activating.

The Authentication Type controls how a client connects, or “authenticates” itself with the Access Point when WEP is enabled.

Open mode allows any client to try to authenticate to THE ACCESS POINT using a WEP key.

Shared Key mode provides tighter security by requiring that a wireless client also have a digital certificate that authorizes it to talk with the THE ACCESS POINT before it is allowed to authenticate itself. In Shared Key mode, the client will issue a digital certificate or second key to that the Access Point will pass through through to a server for authentication. The Access Point however is just a conduit and does not do any processing of the certificate itself. Do not enable this feature unless your network supports shared authentication features.

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Contents Wireless Access Point Table of Contents Page Minimum System Requirements Package ContentsIntroduction1 Power LED Access Point FeaturesWireless LED Front PanelReset Button Power PortRear Panel LAN PortTechnical Support Creating a Wireless Network Wireless2 Networking BasicsTo add wireless networking to an established wired network Extending a Wired NetworkCreating a Wireless Network from a Single Computer Connecting the Access Point Installing Access PointBefore Installing Placing or Mounting the Access Point Configuring the Access Point Making a Connection Setting Up Access PointViewing The Control Panel Setting the IP Address Basic Settings Page WEP 802.1x Security To EnableWPA Security To Enable WPAAdvanced Settings To Enable WPA withMAC Authentication Access Control Information AdministrationSave and Restart Upgrading Your Access Point’s FirmwareAssociated Stations To Upgrade Your Access Point’s FirmwareTroubleshooting Troubleshooting & FAQsFrequently Asked Questions How far can I be from the Access Point and still connect?Can I share my Internet connection using the Access Point? How fast is the wireless network?Does the Access Point provide load balancing capabilities? Will cordless phones interfere with the Access Point?What is WEP? How do I make a HEX-based WEP key? What is WPA?Windows 98 and 98 SE Setting Up Static IPPage Page 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Page Dont include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Page Page Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties window appears Windows XP Connections option Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties window appears 192.182.0.2 Security SpecificationsBManagement AptitudeUsability FeaturesWireless Specifications InterfaceData Rates Operating RangeStandards Compliance RoamingSecurity EnvironmentalCompliance Certification PowerLimited Warranty Class B Equipment Regulatory Compliance NoticesModifications Page Limited Warranty Published specifications or user guide