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PSK. If you do not have a RADIUS server, Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters.

RADIUS. WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device.)

Implementing encryption may have a negative impact on your network’s performance, but if you are transmitting sensitive data over your network, encryption should be used.

These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer.

Appendix B: Wireless Security

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Contents GHz Wireless- N How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows HelpRouter’s Back Panel Router’s Front Panel26 Security Tab VPN Passthrough Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeSsid service set identifier your wireless network’s name Network TopologyPlanning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Back PanelFront Panel Top PanelConnecting the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Hardware InstallationConfiguring the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router OverviewWireless How to Access the Web-based Utility StatusSetup Tab Basic Setup Optional Settings Required by some ISPsNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp Internet Connection TypeTime Setting Packet a unit of data sent over a networkSetup Tab Basic Setup Static IP Setup Basic Setup Static IPSetup Tab Basic Setup PPPoE Seup Basic Setup PPoE SettingsWireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Setup Tab Basic Setup Pptp Setup Basic SetuppptpWireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Setup Tab Basic Setup Telstra BigPond Setupbasic Setup Telstra BigPondSetup Tab Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNSSetup Tab MAC Address Clone Mac CloningSetup Tab Advanced Routing Dynamic RoutingStatic Routing Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless SettingWireless Tab Wireless Security Wireless SecurityPSK Enterprise WEP Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC FilterAccess Restrictions Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Advanced Wireless SettingWireless Tab QoS Add/Edit Wireless QoS RulesQoS Priority ClassifiersWireless QoS Rule List Security Tab Firewall FirewallBlock WAN Request Security Tab VPN Passthrough VPN PassthroughAccess Restrictions Tab Internet Access Policy Internet AccessApply Policy ScheduleBlocked Applications Three applications can be blocked per PolicyApplications & Gaming Tab Single Port Forwarding Single Port ForwardingApplications & Gaming Tab Port Range Forwarding Port Range ForwardingApplications & Gaming Tab Port Range Triggering Port Range TriggeringApplications & Gaming Tab DMZ DMZQoS Quality of Service Applications & Gaming Tab QOSAdd QoS Rule QoS Rule List Administration Tab- Management Local Router AccessHttps Web Access Remote Router AccessReboot MulticastAdministration Tab LOG Log OptionsLog Details Administration Tab Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test Administration Tab Factory Default Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Firmware Upgrade Firmware UpgradeStatus Tab Router Router StatusInternet Connections Status Tab Local Network Local Network StatusStatus Tab Wireless Network Wireless StatusAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Open a command prompt. For Windows 98SE and Me Protocol To IP Address Enabled TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaults Need to upgrade the firmwareFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED keeps flashing Frequently Asked Questions Where is the Router installed on the network?Is IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What is DMZ Hosting? What are the advanced features of the Router?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Router cross-platform compatible?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Router? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Wireless MAC Filter For the Router’s Web-based UtilityFigure E-3 MAC Address/Physical Address Appendix F Glossary Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Appendix G Specifications ModelStandards Operating Temp Storage TempOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix H Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix I Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router Appendix J Contact Information