Wep Shared Key Security; Figure 8-3. Wep Shared Key Security - Edge-Core RG230 User Manual

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Wi-Fi Settings
There are eight security options available. When you select the security type in the
table, the required settings are displayed. The option "Open System" together with
encryption disabled is equivalent to no security, all clients will be able to immediately
connect to the Wi-Fi network.
The following sections describe the security options available for the RG230 Wi-Fi
network.

WEP Shared Key Security

Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) provides a basic level of security, preventing
unauthorized access to the network and encrypting data transmitted between
wireless clients and the RG230. WEP uses static shared keys (fixed-length
hexadecimal or alphanumeric strings) that are manually distributed to all clients that
want to use the network.
When enabled, you must configure at least one WEP key for the Wi-Fi interface and
all its clients.

Figure 8-3. WEP Shared Key Security

Key 1 ~ Key 4 – Sets WEP key values. The user must first choose between ASCII
or Hexadecimal keys. At least one key must be specified. Each WEP key has an
index number. The selected key is used for authentication and encryption on the
Wi-Fi interface. Enter key values that match the key type and length settings.
(Default: Hex, 64 bits, no preset value)
• Key Type: Specifies keys as either ASCII or Hexadecimal values.
• Key Length: WEP keys can be set as 64, 128, or 152 bits in length.
• Key: Specify keys as either 5, 13, or 16 alphanumeric characters, or 10, 26, or 32
hexadecimal digits, depending on the selected key length.
Default Key Setting – Sets the WEP key used for authentication and encryption.
(Range: 1-4; Default: 1)
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