Buffalo Technology WLA-AWCG manual Setting up WEP security

5.2.5 Setting up WEP security

The AirStation Pro WEP (Wireless Encryption Privacy) security feature prevents external decryption of wireless packets; the packets are encoded prior to communication. A Wired LAN must be used to configure the WEP function.

Note: Once you have set a WEP code, you cannot communicate with Macintosh computers. The WEP function is not compatible with the AirPort WEP function.

To configure the WEP function follow these steps:

1Open the Basic Settings screen. For instructions on how to do this, see “Displaying the Settings screen” on page 43.

2Select ASCII or HEX.

„ASCII enables you to enter a 5-digit password alphanumerically (both text and numbers are accepted).

„HEX enables you to enter a 10-digit password.

3Enter a password in the Encryption Code (WEP) field.

4Re-enter the password in the Confirm Encryption Code field.

5Click Set.

A page is displayed, confirming your settings are complete. Close the Web browser.

Note: Whenever you attempt to connect to the AirStation from the Client Manager, you will be prompted to enter the encryption code. If you do not enter an encryption code, you will not be able to communicate with the AirStation Pro.

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