Network Name

The Network Name is an ID used to identify wireless networks, and is also referred to as the “SSID”. When connecting to a 5GHz Wireless LAN Access Point PCWA-A500 that is set to the factory default settings, enter the factory default Network Name for Access Point that is printed on the ID label at the rear of the device. When connecting to a Peer to Peer network, enter the same name for all computers connected to that network. You can enter up to 32 ASCII characters (alphanumeric characters, and may include symbols) for the Network Name. Further, you can change the Network Name. When you connect to an existing Access Point or Peer to Peer network, consult your network administrator for information about the Network Name.

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To search for other networks operating within the communication range of your computer, click the Network Name drop-down list. The networks found are displayed in this list, and you can select the one you want to connect to.

WEP

WEP is an encryption function that prevents unauthorized access to wireless networks. When Access Point is shipped, the WEP function is disabled. When connecting to an Access Point that is set to the factory default settings, you will need to clear the check mark from this checkbox. (By default, this check box is not selected.) For security reasons, it is strongly recommend that you select “Change access point settings” in step 6 on page 33 to enable the WEP function of the Access Point. It is also recommend that you select the checkbox that enables the WEP function when connecting to a Peer to Peer network. When you connect to an existing Access Point or Peer to Peer network, consult your network administrator for information about WEP settings.

WEP Settings

Set the following items when connecting to a network where WEP is enabled. When connecting to an Access Point, make sure the settings match those for the Access Point. When you connect to a Peer to Peer network, enter the same settings for all computers connected to that network.

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When roaming between multiple access points, set the same Network Name and same WEP Settings for all of the access points being used.

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