Setting Up Security Functions For The Wireless Network - Gigaset SX763 First Steps

Setting up security functions for the wireless network

Wireless networks are even more susceptible to eavesdropping than wired networks.
With conventional network adapters, an intruder only needs a device with a WLAN
adapter (e.g. a notebook or a PDA [Personal Digital Assistant]) with an appropriately
configured network card in order to eavesdrop on every communication made via a
nearby wireless LAN.
The Gigaset SX763 WLAN dsl makes use of effective encryption methods to prevent
unauthorised eavesdropping as far as possible.
The Gigaset SX763 WLAN dsl is delivered with preset individual encryption (WPA2-PSK/
WPA-PSK with pre-shared Key). You will find this key at the label on the devices bottom.
If all components of your wireless network provide this encryption method there is no
need of any settings in this screen. If not, or if you want to change the preset key (e. g.
if unauthorised persons may have access to your device), you can configure the encryp-
tion for your wireless network in the next step.
You can use the following security mechanisms:
WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK/WPA-PSK (page 56)
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WEP encryption (Wired Equivalent Privacy, see page 57)
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You will find further options for setting up data encryption and authentication in the
Advanced Settings menu (page 90).
Security Setup Wizard
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