Linksys WAP4400N manual Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab, Basic Settings

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Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet

The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings Tab

Change the basic wireless network settings on this screen.

Basic Settings

Configure the Wireless Network basic attributes for this Access Point.

SSID Name. The SSID is the unique name shared among all devices in a wireless network. It is case-sensitive, must not exceed 32 alphanumeric characters, and may be any keyboard character. Make sure this setting is the same for all devices in your wireless network. The default SSID name is linksys-n.

Wireless Network Mode. Select one of the following modes. The default is B/G/N-Mixed.

B-Only: All the wireless client devices can be connected to the Access Point at Wireless-B data rates with maximum speed at 11Mbps.

G-Only: Both Wireless-N and Wireless-G client devices can be connected at Wireless-G data rates with maximum speed at 54Mbps. Wireless-B clients cannot be connected in this mode.

N-Only: Only Wireless-N client devices can be connected at Wireless-N data rates with maximum speed at 300Mbps.

B/G-Mixed: Both Wireless-B and Wireless-G client devices can be connected at their respective data rates. Wireless-N devices can be connected at Wireless-G data rates.

G/N-Mixed: Both Wireless-G and Wireless-N client devices can be connected at their respective data rates. Wireless-B clients cannot be connected in this mode.

B/G/N-Mixed: All the wireless client devices can be connected at their respective data rates in this mixed mode.

Disabled: To disable wireless connectivity completely. This might be useful during system maintenance.

Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel to be used among your Access Point and your client devices. The default is channel 6. You can also select Auto so that your Access Point will select the channel with the lowest amount of wireless interference while the system is powering up. Auto channel selection will start when you click Save Settings button, it will take several seconds to scan through all the channels to find the best

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-N Access Point

Figure 6-4: Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings

Figure 6-5: Pop-up message on Auto Channel Selection

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Contents Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Appendix B Wireless SecurityFrequently Asked Questions Example of a Simple Wireless Network List of Figures18 Administration Management Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Planning Your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Network LayoutExample of a Simple Wireless Network Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Getting to Know the Wireless-G Exterior Access Point LEDsPorts Back ViewReset Button Antennas and PositionsStandalone Position and its Antenna Setup Connecting the Wireless-N Access Point OverviewConnection Placement Options Stand OptionWall-Mount Option Setting Up the Wireless-N Access Point Accessing the UtilitySetup WirelessNavigating the Utility Administration Security Monitor Status Configuring the Wireless-N Access Point Setup Basic Setup TabBasic Setup Network SetupSetup Time Tab TimeWireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic SettingsWireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless SecurityDisabled WPA-Personal aka WPA-PSKWPA2-Personal WPA2-Personal MixedWPA-Enterprise WPA2-EnterpriseWPA2-Enterprise Mixed WEPWireless Wireless Connection Control Tab Wireless Connection ControlWireless Client List Connection ControlWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless Security Monitor Security Monitor TabSecurity Monitor Accounts Administration Management Tab Web AccessLocal AP Password ManagementIdentification Administration Log Tab LogWireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Administration Factory Default Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Default Firmware UpgradeAdministration Reboot Tab RebootAdministration Config Management Tab Config ManagementStatus Local Network Tab InformationLocal Network Status Wireless Tab Wireless NetworkWired WirelessStatus System Performance Tab System PerformanceWireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet 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? Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Appendix F Specifications Model WAP4400N StandardsOperating Humidity Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Wireless-N Access Point with Power Over Ethernet Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information Need to contact Linksys?Information section in this Guide

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