Key

If data encryption (WEP) is enabled for the Access Point, enter the encryption key (WEP key) here. Because this key functions as a password that enables communication with the network, the key entered here must be exactly the same as that set for the Access Point. Only computers for which the key has been configured correctly can join the network. The number of characters depends on the “ASCII/Hex” and “Length” settings (see table below).

 

ASCII

Hexadecimal

 

 

 

Permissible characters

Alphanumeric characters

0 to 9, A to F, a to f

 

 

 

Maximum number

5 or 13 characters

10 or 26 characters

of characters

 

 

 

 

 

Confirm key

Re-enter the encryption key that you entered in the “Key” box.

zHint

This product supports a function called “roaming” which allows the creation of a wireless network with multiple Access Points for wider coverage. When using this function, configure all Access Points to the same Network Name (SSID) and Data Encryption (WEP) settings.

3 When you are done, click “Next”.

The following screen appears.

4 Make sure that the settings are correct, and then click “Connect”.

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