Linksys WBP54G V2 manual Wpa, Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network

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9.Configure the wireless security settings. Select the method your network is using, WPA, WPA2, WEP (128-Bit), or WEP (64-Bit). Then proceed to the appropriate instructions. If you are not using wireless security, select Disabled, and proceed to step 10.

WPA

WPA automatically uses TKIP with dynamic encryption keys. Enter a passphrase on this screen. Encryption - TKIP is automatically selected as the encryption method.

Passphrase - Enter a Passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be.

Click Next to proceed, or click Back to return to the previous screen.

WPA2

WPA2 automatically uses AES with dynamic encryption keys (AES is a stronger encryption method than TKIP). Enter a passphrase on this screen.

Encryption - AES is automatically selected as the encryption method.

Passphrase - Enter a Passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be.

Click Next to proceed, or click Back to return to the previous screen.

Chapter 4: Setting Up and Connecting the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters

encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.

wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption.

wpa2 (wi-fi protected access 2): a wireless security protocol using AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) encryption.

wep (wired equivalent privacy): a method of encrypting network data transmitted on a wireless network.

Figure 4-9: Security Settings - WPA Screen

Figure 4-10: Security Settings - WPA2 Screen

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Contents User Guide Word definition Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Page Power Port Browsed Devices on Network Screen Select Bridge Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC IntroductionWhat’s in This User Guide? Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkRoaming Topology the physical layout of a networkNetwork Layout Overview Getting to Know the Wireless-G Bridge for Phone AdaptersLEDs PortOr IP phone CableRunning the Setup Wizard Starting the Setup WizardCheck for Compatibility Screen Power on the Bridge Screen Wireless-G Bridge Setup Screen Encryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA11 Security Settings WEP 64-Bit Screen 13 Confirmation Screen Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters 19 Wireless is Now Active Screen 20 Congratulations Screen Speed of the wireless connection is very slow Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported?What is roaming? What is the ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is Spread Spectrum?What is WEP? What is WPA?Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Appendix C Upgrading Firmware To upgrade the Bridge’s firmware, follow these instructionsFigure C-4 Choose Destination Location Figure C-8 Browsed Devices on Network Screen Click Files Figure C-9 Open Firmware File Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from the PC TCP/IP Appendix D Windows HelpAppendix E Glossary Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters WBP54G Appendix F SpecificationsCertifications Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationObtaining Warranty Service Technical Support Appendix H Regulatory Information Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Wireless-G Bridge for Phone Adapters Dual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix I Contact Information