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The Wireless - Wireless Security Tab

Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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.

WPA-Personal

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 6-5: Wireless - Wireless Security

(WPA-Personal) Screen

encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.

Figure 6-6: Wireless Security - WPA2-Personal Screen

Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX

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Contents

WIRELESS 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GAccess Point with SRX User GuideHow to Use this User Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition Chapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Table of ContentsChapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix F Specifications Appendix A TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix G Warranty InformationList of Figures Figure 6-9 Wireless Security - RADIUS Screen network a series of computers or devices connected together Chapter 1 IntroductionWelcome adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PCWhat’s in this User Guide? Appendix H Regulatory Information This appendix supplies the Access Point’s regulatory informationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix I Contact InformationNetwork Topology Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Networkssid your wireless networks name RoamingNetwork Layout Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX The Front PanelThe Back Panel Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Connections for SetupOverview Chapter 5 Setting up the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Figure 5-2 Connect the Network Cable to the Router or Switch Screen Figure 5-4 Power on the Access Point Screen Figure 5-6 Select the Access Point Screen Figure 5-8 Basic Settings Screen Configuring the Access Point’s Wireless Settings WEP WEP 64-Bit WEP 128-Bitencryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA/WPA2 Personal WPA Personal WPA2 PersonalWPA2 Mixed Mode Figure 5-15 Confirm New Settings Screen Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRX SetupStatus WirelessAdministration firmware the programming code that runs a networking deviceAccessing the Utility The Setup - Network Setup TabNetwork Setup Figure 6-3 Setup - Static IP Screen Wireless-G Access Point with SRX The Wireless - Basic Wireless Settings TabBasic Wireless Settings Chapter 6 Configuring the Wireless-G Access Point with SRXThe Wireless - Wireless Security Tab Wireless Securityencryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA2-Mixed WPA-EnterpriseRADIUS The Wireless - Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterThe Wireless - Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced Wirelesspacket a unit of data sent over a network The Administration - Management Tab ManagementThe Administration - Log Tab Factory Defaults The Administration - Factory Defaults TabThe Administration - Firmware Upgrade Tab upgrade to replace existing software or firmware with a newer versionThe Status - Local Network Tab AP’s InformationLocal Network The Status - Wireless Network Tab Wireless NetworkWhat is the IEEE 802.11b standard? Appendix A TroubleshootingCan the Access Point act as my DHCP server? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?What is Infrastructure? What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?What is Ad-hoc? What is roaming?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? Can Linksys wireless products support file and printer sharing?How do I resolve issues with signal loss? What is a MAC Address?How do I reset the Access Point? Does the Access Point function as a firewall?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA-Personal. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm you want to use, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareShared Resources Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix E Glossary Domain - A specific name for a network of computers Packet - A unit of data sent over a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Topology - The physical layout of a network Appendix F Specifications Operating Humidity Wireless-G Access Point with SRXAppendix F Specifications Storage HumidityAppendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-G Access Point with SRX Appendix H Regulatory InformationDual-Band Wireless Access Point Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix I Contact Information