User's Manual

Set the Channel (for Ad-Hoc network)

To form an AdHoc network, the same channel is required. Before choosing a channel, it is

advised to use the Site Survey tool to check the quality of each channel. Afterwards, go to the

AdHoc Channel field and choose a clear channel for your wireless LAN stations. Click the

Apply button to make the change take effect.

Set the Encryption (Optional)

The Encryption tab lets you enable encryption and set the encryption keys, making your data

transmission over the air more secure. To activate the WEP Encryption, go to the

Configuration tab and check the WEP Enabled check box. An Encryption window will then

appear. The instructions are as follows:

 Pull down the Encryption (WEP) menu and select either 64bit or 128bit encryption

method.

 Specify the encryption keys. There are two methods to set the WEP keys, as described

below:

Create Encryption Keys by Using a Passphrase

To create encryption keys by using a passphrase, click the Create Key with Passphrase

check box and type a character string in the Passphrase field. As you type, the utility uses

an algorithm to generate 4 keys automatically. Select either the 64bit or 128bit encryption

first and type a string in the Create Key with Passphrase field. Select one key from the 4

WEP keys and click OK. Then click the Apply button on the Configuration tab to make

the setting take effect.