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Linksys WAP54G manual Wireless Wireless Security Tab, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal

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Wireless-G Access Point

The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab

Change the Access Point’s wireless security settings on this screen.

Wireless Security

Security Mode. Select the security method you want to use, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA2-Mixed, WPA-Enterprise, RADIUS, or WEP. (WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption. WPA2 is a stronger version of WPA. WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, while RADIUS stands for Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.) Refer to the appropriate instructions below. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Access Point, turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.” To disable such security, select Disabled.

Figure 7-13: Wireless - Wireless Security

(WPA-Personal) Screen

WPA-Personal

encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.

Encryption. WPA offers you two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES.

Passphrase. Enter a Passphrase (also called a WPA Shared Key) of 8-32 characters.

Key Renewal. Enter a Key Renewal timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys.

Change these settings as described here and click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel

Changes to cancel your changes. Click Help for more information.

WPA2-Personal

Encryption. AES is automatically selected as the encryption method.

Passphrase. Enter a Passphrase (also called a WPA Shared Key) of 8-32 characters.

Key Renewal. Enter a Key Renewal timeout period, which instructs the Access Point how often it should change the encryption keys.

Change these settings as described here and click Save Settings to apply your changes, or click Cancel

Changes to cancel your changes. Click Help for more information.

Figure 7-14: Wireless Security - WPA2-Personal Screen

Chapter 7: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point

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Linksys WAP54G manual Wireless Wireless Security Tab, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal

Contents

802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Front Panel Back Panel25 Congratulations Screen Site Survey Screen Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-G Access Point Network Topology Planning Your Wireless NetworkRoaming Network Layout Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point Cisco logoBack Panel LAN Port Connections for Setup Connecting the Wireless-G Access PointOverview Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point Using the Setup WizardConnect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Check the Access Point’s Status Screen Password Screen Basic Settings Screen Using the Access Point’s SecureEasySetup Feature 10 SecureEasySetup Screen15 Confirm New Settings Screen Configuring a Non-SecureEasySetup Device 16 Congratulations ScreenManually Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings 17 Configure Wireless Settings ScreenWEP 64-Bit WEP 128-BitWPA Personal WPA2 PersonalLinksys Wireless Guard WPA2 Mixed ModeWPA Enterprise 25 Congratulations Screen Configuring the Linksys Wireless Guard Settings 26 Attention Screen28 Securing Your Access Point Screen 31 Wireless Guard Congratulations Screen Using the Linksys Wireless Guard Service Client Software InstallationExit Other Applications Destination Location Network Access Restart Your ComputerAccessing your Account Your Account11 Network Administration Add a Guest12 Modify Access Control Add a Member Member Registration16 Subscriber Information 18 Credentials Information To unprotect a network Securing or Unprotecting Your Wireless Guard NetworkTo secure an unprotected network Setup Configuring the Wireless-G Access PointNavigating the Utility Administration WirelessStatus Accessing the Utility Setup Network Setup TabNetwork Setup Configuration TypeSetup Static IP Screen AP Mode Setup AP Mode TabLAN MAC Address Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point Setup AP Mode Tab Wireless-G Access Point Wireless Basic Wireless Settings Tab Basic Wireless Settings12 Confirm Reset Wireless Wireless Security Tab Wireless SecurityWPA-Personal WPA2-PersonalWPA2-Mixed WPA-EnterpriseRadius Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Wireless MAC Filter TabAccess Restriction Wireless Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessWireless-G Access Point Administration Management Tab AP’s PasswordBackup and Restore ManagementSnmp V1/V2c Administration Snmp TabSnmp Community Administration Log Tab LogAdministration Factory Defaults Tab Administration Firmware Upgrade TabFirmware Upgrade Factory DefaultsAP’s Information Status Local Network TabLocal Network Status Wireless Network Tab Wireless NetworkAppendix a Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is the ISM band? Does the Access Point function as a firewall? Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Wireless-G Access Point Figure C-1 Firmware Upgrade Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Wireless-G Access Point Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementNeed to contact Linksys? Appendix I Contact InformationInformation section in this Guide