SMC Networks 2.4GHz/5GHz Network Router User Manual


 
Wireless Interface Commands
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Example
authentication
This command defines the 802.11 authentication type allowed by
the access point.
Syntax
authentication <open | shared>
open - Accepts the client without verifying its identity using
a shared key.
shared - Authentication is based on a shared key that has
been distributed to all stations.
Default Setting
open
Command Mode
Interface Configuration (Wireless)
Command Usage
Shared key authentication can only be used when WEP is
enabled with the encryption command, and at least one
static WEP key has been defined with the key command.
When using WPA or 802.1x for authentication and dynamic
keying, the access point must be set to open.
Example
Related Commands
encryption (page 7-110)
key (page 7-112)
AP(if-wireless g)#max-association 32
AP(if-wireless g)#
AP(if-wireless g)#authentication shared
AP(if-wireless g)#