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Enable Wireless
This option turns off and on the wireless connection feature of the access point. When you set this option, the
following parameters are in effect.
Wireless Network Name
When you are browsing for available wireless networks, this is the name that will appear in the list (unless
Visibility Status is set to invisible, see below). This name is also referred to as the SSID. For security purposes,
it is highly recommended to change from the pre-configured network name.
Enable Auto Channel Scan
If you select this option, the access point automatically finds the channel with least interference and uses that
channel for wireless networking. If you disable this option, the access point uses the channel that you specify
with the following Wireless Channel option.
Wireless Channel
A wireless network uses specific channels in the wireless spectrum to handle communication between clients.
Some channels in your area may have interference from other electronic devices. Choose the clearest
channel to help optimize the performance and coverage of your wireless network.
802.11 Mode
If all of the wireless devices you want to connect with this access point can connect in the same transmission
mode, you can improve performance slightly by choosing the appropriate "Only" mode. If you have some
devices that use a different transmission mode, choose the appropriate "Mixed" mode.
Channel Width
The "Auto 20/40 MHz" option is usually best. The other options are available for special circumstances.
Transmission Rate
By default the fastest possible transmission rate will be selected. You have the option of selecting the speed if
necessary.
Number of Spatial Streams
Selecting more than one spatial stream can increase throughput, but can in some cases decrease signal
quality. Select the option that works best for your installation.
Visibility Status
The Invisible option allows you to hide your wireless network. When this option is set to Visible, your wireless
network name is broadcast to anyone within the range of your signal. If you're not using encryption then they
could connect to your network. When Invisible mode is enabled, you must enter the Wireless Network Name
(SSID) on the client manually to connect to the network.
Security Mode
Unless one of these encryption modes is selected, wireless transmissions to and from your wireless network
can be easily intercepted and interpreted by unauthorized users.
WEP
A method of encrypting data for wireless communication intended to provide the same level of privacy as a
wired network. WEP is not as secure as WPA encryption. To gain access to a WEP network, you must know
the key. The key is a string of characters that you create. When using WEP, you must determine the level of
encryption. The type of encryption determines the key length. 128-bit encryption requires a longer key than
64-bit encryption. Keys are defined by entering in a string in HEX (hexadecimal - using characters 0-9, A-F) or
ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange - alphanumeric characters) format. ASCII format
is provided so you can enter a string that is easier to remember. The ASCII string is converted to HEX for use
over the network. Four keys can be defined so that you can change keys easily. A default key is selected for
use on the network.