Checking The Ssid And Network Key - Canon imageCLASS MF242dw User Manual

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 and write down the
necessary information before setting up the connection. For more information, see the instruction manuals for your
networking devices or contact your manufacturer.
A name given for identifying a specific wireless LAN. Some other terms used for SSID include
SSID
"access point name" and "network name."
A keyword or password used for encrypting data or authenticating a network. Some other
Network Key terms used for network key include "encryption key," "WEP key," "WPA/WPA2 passphrase,"
and "preshared key (PSK)."
When manually setting up a wireless connection by specifying detailed settings, you need to
Wireless Security
specify security settings. Check the following information:
Protocols
(Authentication/
Encryption)
LINKS
Connecting to a Wireless LAN(P. 169)
Setting Up Connection by Selecting a Wireless Router(P. 176)
Setting Up Connection by Specifying Detailed Settings(P. 179)
● Security types (WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)
● Authentication method (Open System/Shared Key)
● Encryption method (TKIP/AES-CCMP)
Network
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