WAP-O3G User Manual
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Auth Type:
In the drop-down list, select an authentication method. The options
are
Open System
,
Shared Key
, and
Auto
.
o
If you choose
Open System
, any client will be able to authenticate, as long as it
conforms to any MAC address filter policies you’ve set. Authentication packets
are transmitted unencrypted.
o
Choosing
Shared
Key
enables the WAP-O3G to send an unencrypted challenge
text string to a device that attempts to communicate with the WAP-O3G. The
device requesting authentication will encrypt the challenge text and return it to
the WAP-O3G. If the challenge text is correctly encrypted, the WAP-O3G allows
the requesting device to authenticate.
o
If you are unsure which authentication type to use, it’s recommended to choose
Auto
.
Input Type
: From the drop-down list, select
Hex
or
ASCII
.
Key Length
: From the drop-down list, select a key format. 64bit-hex keys require
10 characters; 128-bit keys require 26 characters. A hex key is formatted in
hexadecimal notation as a number between 0-9 followed by a letter between A-
F.
Default Key
: From the drop-down list, select the number of the key to be used;
you can define four keys (Key1-Key4) in the text boxes.
Key 1-4
: Enter up to four unique WEP keys.
Click
Apply
to save your changes.
4.2.1.4.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
When you choose a security mode as described in section 4.2.1.2, the Wireless Security
page displays options for the chosen security mode.
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) improves on the security of the WEP (Wired Equivalent
Privacy) protocol. WPA works with older Wi-Fi products designed for WEP. WPA also
