NETGEAR UTM9S

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B. Wireless Module for the UTM9S
This appendix describes how to configure the wireless features of the UTM9SWLSN wireless
module that is installed in a UTM9S. This appendix includes the following sections:
• Overview of the Wireless Module
• Configure the Basic Radio Settings
• Wireless Data Security Options
• Wireless Security Profile
• Configure the Access Point
• Configure a Wireless Distribution System
• Configure Advanced Radio Settings
• Configure Advanced Profile and WMM QoS Priority Settings
• Test Basic Wireless Connectivity
Before you set up the wireless features that are described in this appendix, connect the
UTM9S and get the Internet connection working. The UTM9S should work with an Ethernet
or DSL WAN connection, or with both. In planning your wireless network, consider the level
of security required.
WARNING!
If you are configuring the wireless settings from a wireless
computer and you change the wireless module’s SSID, channel,
or wireless security settings, you will lose your wireless
connection when you click Apply. You then need to change the
wireless settings of your computer to match the wireless
module’s new settings.
Overview of the Wireless Module
The wireless module provides wireless connectivity to multiple wireless network devices
within a fixed range or area of coverage—interacting with a wireless network interface card
(NIC) through an antenna. Typically, an individual in-building wireless access point provides