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Chapter 6: The Administrative Functions in the Wireless Network Monitor

When used with the WAP200 Access Point, you can use the administration functions in the Wireless Network Monitor to classify your wireless networks into different groups and monitor the activities and resources within

your networks. The following functions under Classification and Security Monitor screens are only enabled afterFigure 6-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon an administrator or privileged user enters a valid username and password.

Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

After installing the Adapter, the Wireless Network Monitor icon will appear in the system tray of your computer. If the Wireless Network Monitor is enabled, then the icon will be green. If the Wireless Network Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not connected, then the icon will be gray.

Using the Administrative Functions in the Wireless Network Monitor

The Administration tab will give you access to the administrative tasks of the account information and other functions, such as classification and monitoring of your wireless networks. The Classification and Security Monitor functions will be provided after logging in to the Security Monitor account on the Administration screen. To configure trusted and untrusted wireless networks, click the Classification tab. To view the summarized

report of the monitored wireless activities and alert messages, click the Security Monitor.Figure 6-2: Administration - Login Security Monitor Administration - Login Security Monitor Account

NOTE: You must associate with a WAP200 Access Point to be able to log in to the Security Monitor.

NOTE: You will need to log in with a valid Security Monitor account to view the screens in this chapter.

 

Figure 6-3: Classification

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