Linksys WAP54GX manual WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit

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2.Select the level of security you want to use: WEP or WPA/WPA2 Personal. WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, and WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access. Click the Next button and proceed to step 3. If you do not want to use any wireless security method, select Disabled and then click the Next button. Proceed to step 4.

If you want to use WPA-Enterprise, it is available through the Access Point’s Web-based Utility. Select Disabled. Click the Next button and proceed to step 4. After you complete the Setup Wizard, refer to the Wireless Security tab in “Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX.”

3.Proceed to the appropriate section for your security method.

WEP

WEP (64-Bit)

To use 64-bit WEP encryption, select WEP (64-bit). Then enter a passphrase or WEP key.

Passphrase - Enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (If you have any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.)

WEP Key - The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network. For 64-bit encryption, enter exactly 10 hexadecimal characters. Valid hexadecimal characters are “0” to “9” and “A” to “F”.

Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.

WEP (128-Bit)

To use 128-bit WEP encryption, select WEP (128-bit). Then enter a passphrase or WEP key.

Passphrase - Enter a passphrase in the Passphrase field, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (If you have any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.)

WEP Key - The WEP key you enter must match the WEP key of your wireless network. For 128-bit encryption, enter exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. Valid hexadecimal characters are “0” to “9” and “A” to “F”.

Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.

Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

Figure 5-10: Security Settings Screen

Figure 5-11: WEP Settings Screen

wep (wired equivalent privacy): a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security.

encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityFrequently Asked Questions Back Panel Front PanelWireless Security Radius Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network Layout Wireless Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXBack Panel Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with Connections for SetupOverview Using the Setup Wizard Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point withConnect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen Wireless Settings Screen Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless SettingsWEP 128-Bit WEP 64-BitWPA2 Personal WPA/WPA2 Personal WPA Personal14 WPA2 Mixed Mode Settings Screen WPA2 Mixed Mode16 Congratulations Screen Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX SetupNavigating the Utility Wireless AdministrationStatus Accessing the Utility Setup Network Setup TabNetwork Setup Setup Static IP Screen Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Security Wireless Wireless Security TabWPA2-Mixed Radius Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Wireless MAC Filter TabAdvanced Wireless Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings TabWireless-G Access Point with SRX Management Administration Management TabLog Administration Log TabAdministration Factory Defaults Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFirmware Upgrade Status Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network Wireless Network Status Wireless Network TabFrequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Enable/disable Appendix F SpecificationsModel StandardsStorage Humidity Operating HumidityLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information