SMC Networks BARRICADE N SMCWBR14N5V2, User Manual

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Quick Installation Guide
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Channel Width - Select any channel width from the pull-down list.
The default setting is automatic, which can adjust the channel width
for your clients automatically.
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Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be
used. The default channel is set to Auto, so the AP will choose the
best channel automatically. It is not necessary to change the
wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point.
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Max Tx Rate - You can limit the maximum transmission rate of the
Router through this field.
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Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or
disabled. If disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect
the Router without encryption. It is recommended strongly that you
choose one of following options to enable security.
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WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK - Select WPA based on pre-shared
passphrase.
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PSK Password - You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters.
For ASCII , the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to 9 and
any letters A to Z, the length should be between 8 and 63
characters.
For Hexadecimal , the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to
9 and letters A to F, the length should be between 8 and 64
characters.
Please also note the key is case sensitive, this means that upper
and lower case keys will affect the outcome. It would also be a
good idea to write down the key and all related wireless security
settings.
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No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security
configuration will not change.
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced
settings, please refer to “Wireless” on page 60 .
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Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page.
If you don’t make any changes on the Wireless page, you will see the
Finish page, as shown in Figure 13 . Click the Finish button to finish
the Quick Setup .