Configuring Wep Wireless Security - NETGEAR WNHDE111 5GHz User Manual

• Enable Auto Channel Scan. The unit automatically finds the channel with least interference
and uses that channel. This is enabled by default. If you disable this feature, you can use the
Wireless Channel option to manually pick a channel.
• Wireless Channel. When Auto Channel Scan is disabled, use this option to manually pick a
channel.
• Channel Width. This field determines which operating frequency is used. It should not be
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another
nearby wireless network. The WNHDE111 uses channel bonding technology to extend the
bandwidth for data transmission.
• Enable SSID Broadcast. Clear this check box to disable broadcast of the SSID, so that only
devices that know the correct SSID can connect. Disabling SSID broadcast nullifies the
wireless network discovery feature of some products such as Windows XP.
• Wireless Security Mode: WEP or WPA. The selection of wireless security options can
significantly affect your network performance. The time it takes to establish a wireless
connection can vary depending on both your security settings and unit placement.
3. Click Apply to save your settings.

Configuring WEP Wireless Security

WEP Shared Key authentication and WEP data encryption can be defeated by a determined
eavesdropper using publicly available tools.
1. Select Wireless Settings under Setup in the main menu.
2. In the Wireless Security Mode section, select WEP. The WEP options display.
3. Select the encryption strength (64 or 128 bit data encryption).
4. Enter the data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all computers and access
points in your network.
5. Click Apply to save your settings.
Securing My Wireless
WNHDE111 5GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge User Manual
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