Choosing Between Funk And Microsoft Security - Intermec CK3n User Manual

Chapter 2 — Connecting and Configuring the CK3

Choosing Between Funk and Microsoft Security

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If you are using WPA-802.1x, WPA2-802.1x, or 802.1x security, this
section also assumes that your authentication server and
authenticators are properly configured. For more information on
802.1x security, see the MobileLAN™ secure 802.1x Security Solution
Installation Guide (P/N 073134) available at www.intermec.com.
Note: Your security choice does not depend on your authentication
server. For example, you can choose Funk security if you use
Microsoft Active Directory
The CK3 supports both Funk and Microsoft security. The option you
choose depends on your network security needs.
Understanding Microsoft and Funk Security
Security Choice Description
Microsoft Microsoft security dynamically selects wireless networks
based on your preferences. If you are primarily using the
CK3 to connect to WiFi hotspots, you may want to use
Microsoft security.
To use Microsoft security, you need to select it as your
security choice. For help, see
Your Security Choice" on page
Funk (default) Funk security offers features that are similar to Microsoft
security, but Funk also offers these features:
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If you are using the CK3 in a static environment that
requires a high level of security, you should use Funk
security.
To use Funk security, you need to select a profile. For help,
see the next section,
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to issue certificates.
CCX v2.0 compliance
Support for LEAP and TTLS
Configuration of up to four profiles
"Selecting a Funk Security Profile."
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"Selecting Microsoft as
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