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Channel Width
In this section it is possible to manually select the channel width (20/40MHz), it is recommended to keep the default setting.
Max Tx Rate
The Tx speed can be selected in this section, it is recommended to make use of the default setting.
After changing any of the settings, click the “Save” button to apply the changes.
Securing your wireless network
Wireless security protects your wireless network so that only authorised devices can gain access. Sweex recommends all users to secure their
wireless network. Securing your network should only be done after internet access through the router has successfully been set up.
There are four methods for securing your wireless network:
• WPA/WPA2 (Enterprise/Personal) is a manual method of securing your network. You configure a security key and only devices with this key
can access the network. You have to manually enter the key in each device that you want to grant access. WPA is supported by Windows XP
Service Pack 2 and newer and by most other devices. It is currently the recommended method for securing your wireless network. WPA2 is an
upgrade to WPA and requires at least Windows XP Service Pack 3. To connect to a WPA/WPA2 Enterprise connection a RADIUS server IP and
password
is
required.
• WPS is built on top of WPA and enables automatic configuration and exchange of WPA keys through a PIN code or the simple push of a
button. WPS is supported by Windows Vista Service Pack 2 and Windows 7. Under Windows X P, WPS support is dependent on software or
utilities provided by the manufacturer of your wireless network adapter.
• Some older devices, from 2005 or before and in some cases Windows 98, ME, 2000 and older Windows XP versions (before Service Pack
2) may not support WPA, in this case you will have to fall back to the older WEP method for wireless security. WEP is not recommended for
normal operation since it is no longer considered fully secure by today’s standards.
The Security Settings page can be accessed by clicking “Wireless” – “Wireless Security” in the menu on the left side.
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