Linksys WET11 manual WEP Key

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or fewer alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your wireless network and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (You will have to enter the WEP key(s) manually on any non-Linksys wireless products.)

10.If you entered a Passphrase, then you will see the automatically generated WEP key in the Key 1 field, shown in Figure 5-9. Click the Next button, and proceed to step 11.

If you did not enter a Passphrase, then enter a WEP key in the Key 1 field. If you are using 64-bit WEP encryption, then the key must consist of exactly 10 hexadecimal characters. If you are using 128-bit WEP encryption, then the key must consist of exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. Valid hexadecimal characters are “0”-“9” and “A”-“F”. Then click the Next button, and proceed to step 11.

11.Review your settings on the Confirmation screen, shown in Figure 5-10. Write down the Bridge’s IP Address if you want to configure advanced settings through the Bridge’s Web-based Utility. Click the Yes button to save these settings. Click the No button to exit the Setup Wizard.

12.The next screen, shown in Figure 5-11, shows that the configuration is complete. To configure any other Wireless-B Ethernet Bridges on your network, run this Setup Wizard again. To register the Bridge, click the Online Registration button. To exit the Setup Wizard, click the Exit button.

The Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge is now successfully configured for your network.

Go to “Chapter 6: Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use.”

Advanced users: For advanced configuration, proceed to “Chapter 7: Using the Wireless-B Ethernet

Bridge Web-based Utility.”

Chapter 5: Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge

Figure 5-9: WEP Key

Figure 5-10: Confirmation

Figure 5-11: Congratulations

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Contents 802 GHz .11b Wireless- B Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this GuideTable of Contents Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ad-Hoc Mode Infrastructure ModeIntroduction IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeAd-Hoc Mode LAN Getting to Know the Wireless-B Ethernet BridgePWR Connect the Ethernet Network Cable Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for SetupOverview Setting Up the Wireless-B Ethernet BridgeSetup Wizard List of Bridges Wireless Settings WEP Key Connecting the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge for Network Use Starting the Web-based Utility Using the Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Web-based UtilityWireless SetupSite Survey Password Tab MAC Address AdvancedWireless Settings LAN SettingsStatus LAN StatisticsHelp Tab HelpCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingWeb-based Utility doesn’t detect the Bridge Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is Spread Spectrum? What Are the Risks? Appendix B Wireless SecurityBrief Overview Jamming Attacks Passive AttacksActive Attacks Maximizing Wireless SecurityDictionary-Building or Table Attacks Man-in-the-Middle AttacksWireless-B Ethernet Bridge Ssid Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Figure B-2 WEP Encryption WEP EncryptionAppendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Model Appendix F SpecificationsStandards Ieee 802.11b, Ieee Ports ButtonsStorage Humidity Warranty Year LimitedOperating Humidity Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationIndustry Canada Canada Wireless-B Ethernet Bridge Appendix I Contact Information