Actiontec electronic HPAP108T manual Wireless Advanced Settings

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Chapter 4 Using the Web Configuration Interface

WPA-PSK

Selecting this security option applies WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security with PSK (Passkey) protection to the wireless network. To set up WPA-PSK, select a “Cipher Type” (TKIP or AES), then enter 8-63 characters in the “Passphrase” text box. Once activated, all wireless-enabled devices must support WPA and know the PSK to join the wireless network.

WPA

Selecting this security option applies WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) security to the wireless network. To set up WPA security, select a “Cipher Type” (TKIP or AES), enter the IP address of the RADIUS server in the “RADIUS Server” text box, and then enter the secret key (for communication between the RADIUS server and the Extender) in the “RADIUS_Secret” text box.

Wireless Advanced Settings

Clicking Wireless Advanced Settings on the left side of any Interface screen causes the “Wireless Advanced Settings” screen to appear. Here, the Extender’s advanced wireless network security settings can be configured. Only experienced network technicians should adjust these settings.

Data Rate

Adjust the Network Extender’s data rate here.

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Contents Wireless Network Extender Table of Contents Setting Up Static IP Address Setting Up File and Printer SharingSpecifications Limited WarrantyFeatures Introduction1Wireless light flickers green when the Extender is active System RequirementsGetting to Know the Network Extender What is HomePlug? Power LightTechnical Support Actiontec Electronics, Inc 760 N. Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CAPhone USA Installing the Wireless Network Extender Installing the Configuration UtilityPlugging in the Extender Page Connecting a Wireless Computer to the Homeline Network This page left intentionally blank Using Configuration Utility Locate DeviceSetup Wizard IP SettingWireless Setting Obtain an IP Address AutomaticallyDisabled WPA-PSK Factory Default Device InfoManagement Using the Web Configuration Interface Wireless Station List System SummaryExtender Administration System Properties IP Settings Wireless NetworkWireless Security Hide Ssid BroadcastChannel WEP 64 bits WEP 104/128 bitsWEP 128/152 bits Wireless Advanced Settings Data Rate Adjust the Network Extender’s data rate herePage MAC Filtering Backup/Restore Settings Restore Settings from a Backup FileFirmware Upgrade RebootThis page left intentionally blank Troubleshooting TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions YesWhich wireless cards will work with the Extender? This page left intentionally blank Setting Up Static IP Address Windows 98 SEPage 192.168.0.2 Windows Me Enter the following numbers in the Subnet mask text boxSetting Up Static IP Address Do not include the periods they are automatically entered Windows Page Setting Up Static IP Address 192.168.0.2 Windows XP Page Setting Up Static IP Address 192.168.0.2 Setting Up File Printer Sharing File SharingWindows XP Page Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Page Setting Up File and Printer Sharing Page Click OK. a System Settings Change window appears. Click Yes Page Printer Sharing Page Specifications a WirelessGeneral Frequency Band GHz ~ 2.5 GHz ModulationLED Indicators Power, WirelessEnvironmental Carrier ModulationAccess Point GlossaryPage Appendix B Glossary This page left intentionally blank Regulatory Compliance Notices ModificationsClass B Equipment Miscellaneous Legal Notices All other names are the property of their respective ownersLimited Warranty Actiontec Electronics, Inc North Mary Avenue Sunnyvale, CA Limited Warranty