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Launching Microsoft Windows Vista Wireless Network Configuration 9
6. Display characters Specifies whether you want to view the value
typed in Security Key/Passphrase.
7. Click Connect.
The Wireless Network Connecting dialog box appears as you are
being connected.
Figure: 4.3Connecting to Wireless
After connection to a wireless network is established, a Wireless
Note: If your network is using WEP encryption, then a HEX or an ASCII
format is necessary when entering your Network Key:
z HEX: 10 characters in HEX notation for 40 bit or 26 characters for 128
bit encryption.
z ASCII: 5 characters for 40 bit or 13 characters for 128 bit encryption.
If your network is using WPA it is necessary to enter an 8 – 63 character
alphanumeric key-phrase.
The Network Key will accept any of these as it supports both WEP and
WPA.