Linksys WAP54GX manual Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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WPA-Personal. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters.

WPA2-Personal. Enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters.

WPA-Enterprise. WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device.) WPA-Enterprise offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the device and the server. Last, enter a Group Key Renewal period, which instructs the device how often it should change the encryption keys.

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.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the device and the server. Then, select a WEP key and a level of WEP encryption, and either generate a WEP key through the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.

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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Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Back Panel Front PanelWireless Security Radius Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Roaming Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Network Layout Wireless Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXBack Panel Overview Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point withConnections for Setup 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 Navigating the Utility Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXSetup Status WirelessAdministration Network Setup Accessing the UtilitySetup Network Setup Tab 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 TabFirmware Upgrade Administration Factory Defaults TabAdministration Firmware Upgrade Tab Local Network Status Local Network TabAP’s Information 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? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources 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 Standards Appendix F SpecificationsEnable/disable ModelStorage 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