Initial Configuration
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5. Security (802.11g) – Set the Authentication Type to “Open
System” to allow open access without authentication, or
“Shared Key” to require authentication based on a shared key.
Enable Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to encrypt data
transmissions. To configure other security features use the
Advanced Setup menu as described in Chapter 5.
Authentication Type – Use “Open System” to allow open access
to all wireless clients without performing authentication, or
“Shared Key” to perform authentication based on a shared key
that has been distributed to all stations. (Default: Open System)
WEP – Wired Equivalent Privacy is used to encrypt transmis sions
passing between wireless clients and the access point. (Default:
Disabled)
Shared Key Setup – If you select “Shared Key” authentication
type or enable WEP, then you also need to configure the shared
key by selecting 64-bit or 128-bit key type, and entering a