User guide

Advanced Setup

Note: The available channel settings are limited by local

regulations.

Security

If you are transmitting sensitive data across wireless channels, you

should enable Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) or Wired Equivalent

Privacy (WEP) encryption. Encryption security requires you to use the

same protocol set (WPA or WEP) and encryption/decryption keys for

the 802.11g 54Mbps Router and all of your wireless clients.

For a more secure network, the 802.11g 54Mbps Router can

implement one or a combination of the following security

mechanisms:

• Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) page 33

• Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) page 34

The security mechanisms that may be employed depend on the level

of security required, the network and management resources

available, and the software support provided on wireless clients. A