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AT-TQ2403 - Management Software - User's Guide

 

 

For more information about the effectiveness of different security modes, see “Configuring Security”. This topic also covers use of the unencrypted security mode for AP-to-station traffic on the Guest network, which is intended for less sensitive data traffic.

Understanding WPA (PSK) Data Encryption

Wi-Fi Protected Access (Pre-Shared Key) or WPA (PSK) is a more robust form of security than Static WEP. Formerly known as WPA-Home, WPA (PSK) works using a pre-shared key which is basically a shared password between the APs on a bridged link. WPA (PSK) provides enhanced 802.11 wireless security without the need for a RADIUS authentication infrastructure, which is both complicated and expensive to implement.

Since WPA (PSK) encryption relies upon a shared key, both APs on the WDS link must be set with the same key, otherwise they will not be able to communicate and share information.

Note: For security reasons it is recommended you change the shared keys on your WDS bridge on a regular basis.

For more information about the effectiveness of the different security modes, see “Configuring Security”.

Navigating to WDS Settings

To specify the details of traffic exchange from this access point to others, navigate to the Manage > WDS tab, and update the fields as described below.

Figure 51: WDS Setting Page