Wireless Configuration and Security
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ProSAFE Dual Band Wireless-N Access Point with RFID Support, WNDAP380R
Before You Configure Wireless Security
Before you set up wireless security and additional wireless features that are described in this
chapter, connect the wireless access point, get the Internet connection working, set the
country or region correctly, and configure the 802.11b, 11bg, or 11ng wireless settings and
the 802.11a or 11na wireless settings as described in
Chapter 2, Installation and Basic
Configuration
.
The wireless access point functions with an Ethernet LAN connection. Make sure that you
have verified wireless connectivity before you set up wireless security and additional wireless
features.
WARNING:
If you are configuring the wireless access point from a wireless
computer and you change the wireless access point’s SSID,
channel, or wireless security settings, you lose your wireless
connection when you click Apply. You then need to change the
wireless settings of your computer to match the wireless access
point’s new settings.
Wireless Data Security Options
Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11n wireless networks at a maximum range of
300
feet. Typically, a wireless access point inside a building works best with devices within a
100-foot radius. Such distances can allow for others outside your immediate area to access
your network.
Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can extend beyond your walls
and can be received by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security
features of your wireless equipment. The wireless access point provides highly effective
security features that are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features
appropriate to your needs.
Wireless data security options
Range: Up to 300 feet radius
1. No security: Easy but no security at all
2. MAC access list: No data security
3. WEP: Secure but vulnerable
4. WPA or WPA-PSK: Strong security
5. WPA2 or WPA2-PSK: Very strong
Figure 8. Wireless data security options
