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Parameter Description 
Default  Click to use with default value. 
Apply  Click to apply the setting change. 
This option enables you to configure the authentication mode and encryption algorithm used within the 
AP. 
Parameter Description 
Authentication Type  There are four types of authentication mode supported. 
Open – No authentication is needed among the wireless network.
WPA-PSK - It is a special mode designed for home and small 
business users who do not have access to network authentication
servers. In this mode, known as Pre-Shared Key, the user 
manually enters the starting password in their access point or 
gateway, as well as in each wireless station in the network. 
WPA-PSK takes over automatically from that point, keeping 
unauthorized users that don't have the matching password from 
joining the network, while encrypting the data traveling between 
authorized devices. 
WPA2-PSK - WPA2-PSK is also for home and small business.  
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK – When selecting this mode, the AP 
supports both WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK.