Checking the SSID and Network Key
When manually setting up a wireless connection, you need to specify the SSID and network key of your wireless router.
The SSID and network key may be indicated on these networking devices. Check your devices before setting up the
connection. For more information, see the instruction manuals for your networking devices or contact your
manufacturer.
SSID
Network Key
Wireless Security
Protocols
(Authentication /
Encryption)
A name given for identifying a specific wireless LAN. Some other terms used for SSID
include "access point name" and "network name."
A keyword or password used for encrypting data or authenticating a network. Some other
terms used for network key include "encryption key," "WEP key," "WPA/WPA2 passphrase,"
"preshared key (PSK)."
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Security types (WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)
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Authentication method (Open System/Shared Key)
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Encryption method (TKIP/AES-CCMP)
Setting Up
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