NETGEAR WNR1000v3h2 manual Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information

N150 Wireless Router User Manual

Table 2. Other Features That Enhance Security

Security Type	Description
Restrict access based on MAC address.	You can restrict access to only trusted computers so
	that unknown computers cannot wirelessly connect
	to the WNR1000v3h2 router. MAC address filtering
	adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your
	network by the general public, but the data broadcast
	over the wireless link is fully exposed. This data
	includes your trusted MAC addresses, which can be
	read and impersonated by a hacker.
	For more information, see Restricting Wireless
	Access by MAC Address on page 35.
Modify your firewall’s rules.	By default, the firewall allows any outbound traffic
	and prohibits any inbound traffic except for
	responses to your outbound traffic. However, you
	can modify the firewall’s rules.
	For more information, see Understanding Your
	Firewall on page 40.
Use the Push 'N' Connect feature (Wi-Fi Protected	Wi-Fi Protected Setup provides easy setup by
Setup).	means of a push button. Older wireless adapters and
	devices might not support this. Check whether
	devices are WPS enabled.
	For more information, see Using Push 'N' Connect
	(Wi-Fi Protected Setup) on page 30.

Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information

Before and after customizing your wireless settings, print this section, and record the following information. If you are working with an existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network can provide this information. Otherwise, you must choose the settings for your wireless network. Either way, record the settings for your wireless network in the spaces provided.

•Wireless Network Name (SSID). ______________________________ The SSID identifies the wireless network. You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The SSID is case-sensitive. The SSID in the wireless adapter card must match the SSID of the wireless router. In some configuration utilities (such as in Windows XP), the term “wireless network name” is used instead of SSID.

•If WEP Authentication is used, circle one: Shared Key or Auto.

Note: If you select Shared Key, the other devices in the network will not connect unless they are also set to Shared Key and are configured with the correct key.

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