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•ASCII and hexadecimal characters are automatically identified.

•The data encryption (WEP) function serves to prevent unauthorized access to the network. When the function is enabled, only computers configured with the correct encryption key (WEP key) can join the network. For security reasons, it is strongly recommended that you enable this feature. The setting can be made individually for Access Point Network connection mode and Peer to Peer Network connection mode. When connecting to an existing network, consult your network administrator regarding the proper settings. For information on how to control this setting at the Access Point, refer to the manuals of the Access Point.

❑When using Service Pack 1

If you installed Windows XP Service Pack 1, steps 3 and 4 must be performed as follows.

3From the “Available Wireless Networks” list in the “Connect to Wireless Network” dialog box, select the Access Point to which you want to connect.

4Depending on the Data Encryption (WEP) settings of the Access Point, proceed as follows.

•Data Encryption (WEP) at selected Access Point is enabled

Enter the encryption key (WEP key) in the “Network key” field. (The input is shown only as asterisks.) For verification, the same string must be entered once more in the “Confirm network key” field.

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