Appendix C: Wireless Zero Config Settings
Assigning An IP Address
Psion VH10 Vehicle-Mount Computer User Manual
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Figure C.5 Network Key and Key Index
•
Key Index:
This field is used to identify the WEP key.
Enter a value from
1
to
4
.
•
Enable 802.1x authentication:
802.1X
is the IEEE standard that offers additional security for local
area networks. It provides authentication for user devices attached to an Ethernet network, whether
wired or wireless. A security protocol packet such as TLS or MD5 encapsulated in an
EAP
is used in
conjunction with the 802.1X standard to authenticate users at the MAC layer. Available EAPs are listed
in the drop-down menu next to the
EAP
option.
To activate 802.1X, highlight
802.1x authentication
, and check the check box.
•
EAP Type (Extensible Authentication Protocol):
This drop-down menu lists the EAP types available
on your system. The items in this drop-down menu will vary depending on your network setup. Keep in
mind also that some authentication protocols require that you select a Certificate. By selecting the
Properties
button, you will be able to select a
Certificate
. “Certificates” on page 51 provides a website
that outlines how to create certificates for your network.
•
Saving and exiting the radio setup:
Once you’ve completed the configuration, press
[ENTER
], or tap
on
OK
.
The connection you created will be listed in the
Wireless Information
tab as a preferred network. The
radio will search for the SSID and compare the WEP and authentication information you specified. If
there is a match between the Vehicle-Mount settings and the access point settings, the Vehicle-Mount
will communicate on the network through the access point.
C.2
Assigning An IP Address
If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an IP address. Refer to “IP Address” on
page 104 for details about assigning an IP address.
C.2.1
Name Server
Refer to “Name Servers” on page 106 for details about this option.