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WEP is the security protocol initially specified in the IEEE 802.11
standard for wireless communications. For more robust wireless
security, the SMCWPCI-G2 provides Wi-Fi Protected Access
(WPA) for improved data encryption and user authentication.
Only one key is needed for WEP to function. However, the IEEE
802.11 standard specifies that there must be four keys for each
device. For security purposes, the key should be changed on a
regular basis. Multiple keys are supported to allow the user to
change keys with minimal disruption of the network.
To set up the WEP function, take the following steps:
1. Select 64-bit encryption, 64-bit encryption (ASCII), 128-bit
encryption,or 128-bit encryption (ASCII) in the Key Type field.
2. To automatically generate keys, check the Use Passphrase
box, and type in a string of characters in this field.
3. In the Default Key field, select one key as the default key that
you want to use for encryption.
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1. Select 64-bit encryption, 64-bit encryption (ASCII), 128-bit
encryption,or 128-bit encryption (ASCII) in the Key Type field.
2. In the Default Key field, select one key as the default key that
you want to use for encryption.
3. Manually type in a string of characters in the corresponding
key number field that you selected in step 2.
Click Apply Change to allow the settings to take effect.
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