User's Manual Part 1

Setting Possible Values
Network Name (SSID)
(wireless by default)
Channel
(auto by default)
Network Name (SSID)
The network name is a value that identifies a collection of wireless devices found in a particular
network. The default value for the Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point is wireless.
All workstations and access points must use the same SSID to be able to communicate with
one another.
The SSID is a 32-character field, and the value is case sensitive.
Channel
The Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point can operate on a variety of channels.
Access points within close proximity to one another must be on different channels. If you have
just one access point, then the default, auto, is probably adequate. If you have multiple access
points in your network, it is suggested to stagger the channels for each access point. It is
advisable to use the default unless there is a specific reason for changing the channel, such as
interference from microwaves, cellular phone towers, or other access points in the area.
Wireless Security
Data encryption provides added security by encoding network communications using an
encryption key. Your Dell Wireless 4350 Small Network Access Point, in conjunction with
wireless network adapters that support encryption, can scramble your transmitted data to make
it difficult for someone to eavesdrop or intercept your information. Two methods of data
encryption are available: Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access
(WPA). If you wish to enable wireless security, click to select Enable Wireless Security.