Chapter 2 — Configuring the CN2G

Note: If you are using 802.1x security, this section assumes that your authentication server and authenticators are properly configured. For more information on the different types of security, see the MobileLAN™ secure 802.1x Security Solution Installation Guide (P/N 073134) available at www.intermec.com.

Choosing Between Microsoft and Funk Security

Before you can implement a security solution on the CN2G, you need to choose between Microsoft and Funk security software:

Microsoft security is the default setting. If you choose Microsoft, you can begin implementing your WPA, 802.1x, or WEP security solution now.

Funk security provides everything you get with Microsoft security with the addition of CCX v1.0 compliance. Funk security also enables you to use LEAP and TTLS authentication on your CN2G. If you choose Funk security, you need to:

aselect Funk security as your security choice.

bselect a profile.

Note: Your choice does not depend on your authentication server. For example, you can choose Funk security if you use Microsoft Active Directory® to issue certificates.

Selecting Funk as Your Security Choice

The default security setting is Microsoft. If you want to use

Funk security, you need to select it as your security choice.

To select Funk security as your security choice

1Tap the Start icon. The Start menu appears.

2Select Intermec Settings. The Intermec Settings application appears.

3Select Communications > 802.11 Radio > Security Settings > Security Choice.

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Intermec CN2G user manual Choosing Between Microsoft and Funk Security, Selecting Funk as Your Security Choice