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Configuration: Basic Gateway TCP/IP Wireless
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Configuring WEP on the SBG900
Caution!
The default settings provide no security for wireless data. After the wireless LAN is operational, be sure to enable Shared Key Authentication and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption. You must configure the same WEP key on the SBG900 access point and all wireless clients (stations). Never provide the WEP key to anyone who is not authorized to use the wireless LAN.
To enable WEP and set the key on the SBG900:
1On the SBG900 Setup Program left frame, click Wireless.
2Click the SECURITY tab to display the Wireless > SECURITY — basic page:
3Set the following:
Authentication Sets whether shared key authentication is enabled to provide data privacy on the wireless LAN:
•Open System — Any wireless LAN client can transmit data to any other client without authentication. Open authentication provides no security for transmitted data. It is the default.
•Shared Key — All data transmitted over the wireless LAN is encrypted. The SBG900 authenticates and transfers data to and from all clients having shared key authentication enabled and an identical WEP key.
Encryption | Use a WEP key length that is compatible with your wireless client adapters. Choose one of: | |
| • Enable | |
| • | Enable |
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| PCC11b wireless card, USB11b wireless adapter, and most current wireless adapters |
| • | Disable WEP — Recommended during network setup only |
Key 1 to Key 4 Sets the active WEP key. You can enter up to four
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For optimal security, we recommend changing the WEP keys frequently. Never provide the WEP key to anyone who is not authorized to use your wireless LAN.
4If necessary, click Reset Wireless Defaults to reset the wireless defaults.
5Click Save Changes to save your changes.
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