Security Settings For A Wireless Local Network - Siemens Gigaset WLAN Operating Instructions Manual

Security settings for a wireless local network

You can provide comprehensive protection for your Gigaset WLAN Repeater and the
connected PCs against unauthorised access within your local network and from outside
from the Internet. The Security menu offers the following functions:
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WEP encryption (see below)
The following options are also available (only Access point mode):
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Access control via MAC filters (see page 79)
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WPA encryption (see page 80)
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Authentication via RADIUS server (see page 81)
The options you can use depend on what your network supports. More information can
be found in the corresponding sections.
WEP encryption
To activate WEP encryption on your wireless network components:
If you are operating your Gigaset WLAN Repeater as an Access Point:
1. Activate WEP encryption on your Gigaset WLAN Repeater and generate a 64- or
128-bit key. Make a note of the generated key.
2. Activate WEP encryption on the wireless network adapters in the PCs connected to
your Gigaset WLAN Repeater and enter the 64- or 128-bit key.
If you are operating your Gigaset WLAN Repeater as a Repeater or in Network adapter
mode:
1. Find out what type of encryption is being used on the wireless network.
2. Activate WEP encryption on the Gigaset WLAN Repeater and enter the 64- or 128-bit
key.
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