NETGEAR WAB102 manual Configure WEP Encryption

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User’s Guide for the WAB102 802.11a+b Dual Band Wireless Access Point

Configure WEP Encryption

Follow the steps below to perform this procedure.

1.From the Windows desktop, follow the instructions given in “Basic Configuration“ on page 14 to go to the Security window.

2.Authentication Type may be set as “Open System” or “Shared Key” without affecting encryption. Use “Shared Key” for added security.

3.Set the keys for both the 802.11a and 802.11b bands as you have decided after reading “Before You Change the SSID and WEP Settings“ on page 35. Other wireless devices in your network must have compatible encryption configurations.

4.Click Apply for these changes to take effect.

38	Protecting Your Wireless Network

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Contents NETGEAR, Inc Technical Support Contents Chapter Introduction About the Wireless Access PointBenefits FeaturesWAB102 Dual Band System RequirementsCompatible and Related Netgear Products What’s In the Box?Hardware Description 802.11a+b Standards-based Wireless NetworkingFollowing table explains the LED indicators WAB102 Wireless Access Point Front PanelRestore to Factory Default Button WAB102 Wireless Access Point Rear PanelSetting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity What You Will Need Before You Begin Placement and Range GuidelinesCabling Requirements Installation OverviewInstall the WAB102 Wireless Access Point Wireless Verify the installation was successful Authentication Type Open System Default Factory SettingsDisabled Determine the name of your access point Basic ConfigurationConfigure Basic Setup Parameters Log In to the Access PointFor LAN parameters, see TCP/IP Configuration Parameters on Default Default gatewayDefault Enable IP AddressDefault Wireless Ssid Service Set IDTurbo Mode Default Disable802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration Parameters Change Password Security Configuration For 64-bits encryption Default Key Authentication TypeDefault key size 64 bits Key SizeKey 1 802.11b Wireless LAN Security ParametersAccess Control Access Control Firmware UpgradeAccess Control List MAC AddressAdvanced Setup Default100% Transmit PowerBeacon Interval RTS ThresholdPreamble Type Default LongRestore Factory Default AP Status Station List About Setting Up Basic Wireless Connectivity Enabling Basic Wireless Access Security Features Protecting Your Wireless NetworkBefore You Change the Ssid and WEP Settings Change the PasswordSecure the Access Point Authentication Change the Ssid Configure WEP Encryption Restrict Wireless Activity by MAC Address Protecting Your Wireless Network Basic Functioning No lights are lit on the access pointEthernet Link/Act light is not lit One or both of the wireless activity lights do not light upTroubleshooting Compliance Regulatory Compliance Information NETGEAR, Inc