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WPA Algorithms. WPA2 always uses AES for data encryption.

WPA Shared Key. Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8-63 characters.

Key Renewal Timeout. Enter a Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. The default is 3600 seconds.

WPA2-Personal Mixed

This security mode supports the transition from WPA-Personal to WPA2-Personal. You can have client devices that use either WPA-Personal or WPA2-Personal. The Access Point will automatically choose the encryption algorithm used by each client device.

WPA Algorithms. Mixed Mode automatically chooses TKIP or AES for data encryption.

WPA Shared Key. Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8-63 characters.

Key Renewal Timeout. Enter a Key Renewal Timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys. The default is 3600 seconds.

Figure 6-7: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-

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Figure 6-8: Wireless - Wireless Security (WPA2-Personal

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions List of Figures 15 Wireless Advanced Wireless Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network LayoutExample of a Simple Wireless Network Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point WirelessReceiving data from a wireless device LEDsThat supports Power over Ethernet PoE PortsEthernet AntennaReset Button and Ground Reset Button GroundAntenna Pattern Internal Antenna Pattern Horizontal PlaneWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Hardware Installation Connecting the Wireless-G Exterior Access PointOverview Ground the Access Point Setting Up the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Accessing the UtilitySetup WirelessEnter the Host Name and IP Address settings on this screen Navigating the UtilityAdministration AP ModeStatus Configuring the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Setup TabNetwork Setup IP SettingsSetup Time Tab TimeWireless Network Wireless Basic Wireless Settings TabConfigure the Wireless Network attributes for each Ssid Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless SecurityDisabled WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSKWPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal MixedWPA-Enterprise WPA2-Enterprise11 Wireless Wireless Security WPA2 Enterprise Mixed WPA2-Enterprise MixedRadius Wireless Connection Control Wireless Wireless Connection Control TabSelect MAC Address From Networked Computers Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-G Exterior Access Point AP Mode Tab MAC AddressWireless Repeater 17 Wireless Repeater18 Site Survey Administration Management Tab AP PasswordWeb Access Local AP PasswordWireless-G Exterior Access Point Administration Log Tab LogWireless-G Exterior Access Point Administration Factory Default Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Default Firmware UpgradeReboot Administration Reboot TabOn this screen you can reboot the Access Point Administration Config Management Tab Config ManagementInformation Status Local Network TabLocal Network Status Wireless Tab 26 Status WirelessWired WirelessStatus System Performance Tab System PerformanceWireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Appendix F Specifications ModelStandards IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3afOperating Humidity Storage HumidityTo 95%, Non-Condensing External antenna is sold separatelyAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Wireless-G Exterior Access Point Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Information section in this Guide Linksys