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4.9 Wireless network security
The router supports the following types of wireless network encryption. These
instructions only cover WPA-PSK which are the most commonly recommended
for home use.
Open system
No encryption. Network is “open”.
Shared key (WEP) (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
Consists of a security key which must be provided for both the router and the con-
nected computers. When “Shared key” is activated WEP cannot be deactivated.
WPA (WiFi Protected Access)
Allows the user to authorise through a RADIUS-server if in use.
WPA-PSK (WiFi Protected Access & Pre-shared key)
Consists of a personal password which is given both for the router and
connected computers.
WPA2-PSK
A further development of WPA-PSK (works currently only with Vista).
4.9.1 Configuring WPA-PSK encryption
Recommended for home networks.
1. Click on
Wireless Configuration
in the menu and then “802.11ng”.
2. Enter the desired name for the wireless network under “
SSID
”. SSID is the
name the network transmits to computers searching for a connection on the
wireless network.
3. Select
WPA-PSK
encryption (Authentication Type)
4. Enter a password 8 to 63 character pass phrase under
WPA PSK
Passphrase
. Use only accepted symbols. Longer pass phrases give a higher
degree of safety.
5. Configure optional settings:
WPA-PSK Re-key
Enables and disables the requirement to re-enter the pass phrase. This
function is normally disabled.
WPA-PSK Re-key Timer
Specifies time (in minutes) for WPA Re-keying.
6. Click on
Submit
to save your settings.
7. The router will restart with the new settings. All current users will be
disconnected and must reconnect to the network.
N.B.
When you have configured network encryption and saved your settings all con-
nected users will be disconnected. They must reconnect to the wireless network
and enter the same pass phrase entered for the router.
