D-Link DI-824VUP User Manual page 13

Using the Configuration Menu
Home > Wireless (Continued)
802.1x
Encryption Key
* Dynamic Keying is a
technique for changing
the WEP Key used
between the supplicant
(wireless client) and the
access point.
RADIUS Server
The 802.1x is an authentication method which is designed to
compliment the existing WEP encryption. During the authentication
process, the server verifies the identity of the client attempting to
connect to the network. With the proper client account and encryption
key, access to the network is granted. Unfamiliar encryption key or
clients are denied from accessing the wireless network. This feature
will help safe guard a Local Area Network (LAN) from unwanted
visitors.
To take the full advantage of the 802.1x in DI-824VUP, all of the
wireless devices on your network must be 802.1x compatible and
must have the 802.1x feature enabled to communicate with the router.
(Note: Windows 2000 users will find a few downloads to enable
802.1x clients on the Microsoft website.)
Selection for Encryption Key
- 64 bits – This will generate a 10 digit Dynamic Key value for
encryption.
- 128 bits – This will generate a 26 digit Dynamic Key value for
encryption.
- 256bits – This will generate a 58 digit Dynamic Key value for
encryption.
- Lifetime – Select the period of time before a new Dynamic Key
is generated.
Enter the IP address and port number of the RADIUS server that
will be used as the 802.1x authenticator. Enter the secret key that
has also been entered into the RADIUS server's configuration.
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