Item Name

Description

Key Length

Two types of key lengths are available: 64‐bit and

 

128‐bit.

Key Format

Two types of key formats are available: ASCII and Hex.

 

The number of characters your encryption key can

 

use will be shown here.

Encryption Key

Input an encryption key here. In “ASCII” mode, you

 

can use any alphanumerical character (0‐9, a‐z, and

 

A‐Z). In “Hex” mode, you can use 0‐9, a‐f, and A‐F.

Enable 802.1x

Check this box to enable the 802.1x authentication

Authentication

function. You need a RADIUS server to perform 802.1x

 

authentication.

RADIUS Server IP address

Input the RADIUS server’s IP address here.

RADIUS Server Port

Input the RADIUS server port here. Generally, it is

 

“1812”.

RADIUS Server Password

Input the password of the RADIUS server here.

Click “Apply” to save the changes, or click “Cancel” to discard the changes. After you have clicked “Apply”, you will see the following message:

Click “Apply” to save the changes and restart the broadband router. It takes about 60 seconds for the broadband router to restart. Click “Continue” to configure other settings.

3‐4‐2‐3 WPA Pre‐Shared Key

WPA (Wi‐Fi Protected Access) is a safer encryption mode than WEP (recommended).

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