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Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster

WPA-Personal. If you do not have a RADIUS server, Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, and enter a password in the Passphrase field of 8-63 characters.

WPA Enterprise. WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device.) WPA Enterprise offers two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys.

RADIUS. WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or other device.)

Implementing encryption may have a negative impact on your network’s performance, but if you are transmitting sensitive data over your network, encryption should be used.

These security recommendations should help keep your mind at ease while you are enjoying the most flexible and convenient technology Linksys has to offer.

Appendix C: Wireless Security

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Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks

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Linksys WPC54GR manual Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster

Contents

Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Front Panel List of Figures 10 Import a Profile Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Adapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC Introduction What’s in this User Guide? Network Topology Planning your Wireless NetworkRoaming Topology the physical layout of a network Network Layout LED Indicators Getting to Know the Wireless-G Notebook AdapterPower Link Starting the Setup Setting up and Connecting the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter Setting up the Adapter Connecting the Adapter WEP Key Needed for Connection Congratulations 10 Network Settings Manual Setup WEP PSK2 WPA Personal EAP-TLS WPA Enterprise Radius 19 Confirm New Settings Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor Using the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status screen Link Information Wireless Network Status More Information-Network Statistics Wireless Network Statistics Site Information Site Survey Profile Information Profiles 12 Create a New Profile Create a New Profile WPA Personal Needed for Connection 13 Available Wireless Network 15 Wireless Mode 17 Wireless Security WEP 19 Wireless Security PSK2 EAP-TLS 22 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS 25 Congratulations Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsWireless-G Notebook Adapter does not work properly What is the 802.11b standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What 802.11b features are supported? What is roaming? What is infrastructure mode?What is ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences?What is WPA? What is RADIUS? Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Appendix B Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Figure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with SpeedBooster 802.11g Ofdm Appendix F Specifications Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty Information FCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory Information Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix I Contact Information