Canon MF231 - Checking the SSID and Network Key

Checking the SSID and Network Key
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When manually setting up a wir
eless connection, you need to specify the SSID and network key of your wireless router.
The SSID and network key may be indicated on these networking devices. Check your devices and write down the
necessary information before setting up the connection. For more information, see the instruction manuals for your
networking devices or contact your manufacturer.
SSID
A name given for identifying a specic wir
eless LAN. Some other terms used for SSID include
"access point name" and "network name."
Network Key
A keyword or password used for encrypting data or authenticating a network. Some other
terms used for network key include "encryption key," "WEP key," "WPA/WPA2 passphrase,"
and "preshared key (PSK)."
Wireless Security
Protocols
(Authentication/
Encryption)
When manually setting up a wireless connection by specifying detailed settings, you need to
specify security settings. Check the following information:
● Security types (WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)
● Authentication method (Open System/Shared Key)
● Encryption method (TKIP/AES-CCMP)
◼ Checking the SSID and Network Ke
y from a Computer
The SSID or the network key may have been changed. If you do not know the SSID or the network key, you can check
them by using the Canon MF/LBP Wireless Setup Assistant included with the provided DVD-ROM. The Canon MF/LBP
Wireless Setup Assistant can be used on a computer connected to a wireless LAN.
If you are a Mac OS user
The pr
ovided DVD-ROM that comes with the machine does not contain the Canon MF/LBP Wireless Setup
Assistant for Mac OS. It is available from the following Canon Web site: http://www.canon.com/
1
Insert the provided DVD-ROM into the drive on the computer.
● Select a language and click [OK] if you ar
e prompted to do so.
2
Click [Start Software Programs].
Network (MF244dw / MF232w)
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