Setting Up Security; Establishing An Access Point/Router Security Scheme - Gateway WGR-250 User Manual

Chapter 7: Advanced Configuration and Settings

Setting up security

Network security is important for home networks to protect personal information, such
as credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, tax records, and other private information.
Network security is vital for business, corporate, or government networks, where the safety
of the organization, and possibly the safety of the employees, may be at stake.

Establishing an access point/router security scheme

Access point/router security is your first line of defense whenever you are connected to
the Internet. Take the time to set up a good access point/router security scheme to prevent
unauthorized access to your network.
To change access point/router security settings:
1
Open your Web browser and go to the Gateway Wireless Router Setup utility. For more
information, see
2
Click
Security
3
In the Router Password area, highlight the row of asterisks in the
box and type a new access point/router password.
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"Contacting the access point/router" on page
on the left side of the window. The Security page opens.
www.gateway.com
14.
Enter New Password