Parameter | Description |
Key1 ~ Key4 | The keys are used to encrypt data transmitted in the wireless |
| network. Fill the text box by following the rules below. |
| 64-bit– Input 10-digit Hex values or 5-digit ASCII values as |
| the encryption keys. For example: “0123456aef“ or “Guest“. |
| 128-bit– Input 26-digit Hex values or 13-digit ASCII values |
| as the encryption keys. For example: |
| “01234567890123456789abcdef“ or “administrator“. |
| 256-bit– Input 58-digit Hex values or 29-digit ASCII values |
| as the |
| encryption keys. |
Change/Apply | Clicking “Change“ will enable you to setup the WEP key. In |
| the meantime, the button will change to “Apply“ for you to |
| confirm your settings. |
3.1.2 WPA Setting
The adapter can automatically detect the WPA settings of the AP which the adapter intends to connect to. To connect to the AP, you should match the same settings with the AP and the client.
There are two kinds of WPA modes: WPA and WPA-PSK. WPA mode is designed for enterprise working environments, such as large corporations, which require a RADIUS Server and Certificate Server for user authentication. WPA-PSK is a special mode designed for home and small business users who do not have access to network authentication servers. In this mode, the user manually enters the starting password in their access point or gateway, as well as in each wireless station in the network. WPA takes over automatically from that point, keeping unauthorized users that don't have the matching password from joining the network, while encrypting the data traveling between authorized devices.
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