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TEW-826DAP
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Network Key 1-4
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This is where you enter the WEP key needed for a computer to
connect to the access point wirelessly
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You can define up to 4 passwords or 4 keys. Only one key can be
active at a given time. Most users simply define one key.
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Choose a key index 1, 2, 3, or 4 and enter the key.
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When connecting to the access point, the client must match both
the password and the Key number. (e.g. if you have activated Key
2 with a password of 12345, then the client must select: Key 2
(entering Key 1, 3, or 4 will block the ability to connect) and enter
password 12345)
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Note: It is recommended to use 128-bit format because it is more secure to
use a key that consists of more characters.
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HEX or ASCII: Select which WEP code type to assign
Selecting WPA- Personal, WPA2- Personal, WPA2- Personal, or Mixed (WPA2-PSK
recommended): In the Security Mode drop-down list, select WPA- Personal
The following section outlines options when selecting WPA-Personal, WPA2- Personal,
or WPA2- Personal Mixed (Pre-shared Key Protocol),
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WPA Cipher: Select a Cipher Type to use. When selecting WPA-PSK
security, it is recommended to use TKIP + AES.
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When selecting WPA2- Personal Mixed security, it is
recommended to use TKIP+AES.
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When selecting WPA2- Personal security, it is recommended to
use AES.
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Pre-Shared Key: Enter the passphrase or password
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This is the password or key that is used to connect your computer
to this access point wirelessly
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Note: 8-63 alphanumeric characters (a,b,C,?,*, /,1,2, etc.)
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Key Update Interval: Enter the time interval (seconds) of when the
network passphrase will rotate.
Note: It is recommended to use the default interval time. Your passphrase will not
change; rotation of the key is part of the WPA protocol and designed to increase
security.
Selecting WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or WPA2-Enterprise Mixed:
The following section outlines options when selecting WPA-Enterprise. WPA2-
Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise Mixed known as EAP (Extensible Authentication
Protocol). Also known as called Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service or RADIUS.
Note: This security type requires an external RADIUS server, PSK only requires you to
create a passphrase.
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WPA Cipher: Select a Cipher Type to use. When selecting WPA-PSK
security, it is recommended to use TKIP + AES.
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Key Update Interval: Enter the time interval (seconds) of when the
network passphrase will rotate.
Note: It is recommended to use the default interval time. Your passphrase will not
change; rotation of the key is part of the WPA protocol and designed to increase
security.
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IP Address: Enter the IP address of the RADIUS server. (e.g.
192.168.10.250)
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Port: Enter the port your RADIUS server is configured to use for RADIUS
authentication.
Note: It is recommended to use port 1812 which is typical default RADIUS port.
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Shared Secret: Enter the shared secret used to authorize your access point
with your RADIUS server.