Ericsson W3X User Manual
Ericsson W3x Series
Mobile Broadband Router for WCDMA/HSPA
Mobile Networks
User's Guide
Ericsson W3x Series
Mobile Broadband Router for WCDMA/HSPA
Mobile Networks
User's Guide
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Structure of this Guide 1
1.2 Related Documents 2
2 W3x Series Overview 3
2.1 Product Variants 3
2.2 W30 – Data Router 4
2.3 W35 – Data and Voice Router 5
2.4 Feature Summary 5
2.5 Housing 7
2.5.1 Back Side Interfaces 7
2.5.2 Left Side Interfaces 9
2.5.3 Right Side Interface 10
2.5.4 Front Panel 10
3 Configuration and Management 14
3.1 Access and Login to the Web User Interface 14
3.1.1 Enter PIN Code 15
3.1.2 Enter Password 15
3.1.3 Inactivity Timeout 16
3.2 Overview 18
3.2.1 Alarms 19
3.2.2 Network Information 20
3.3 Wireless LAN Configuration Wizard 21
3.3.1 Enable the Wireless LAN 21
3.3.2 Network Name 22
3.3.3 Wireless LAN Authentication 22
3.3.4 Wireless LAN Configuration Wizard Confirmation 28
3.4 Internet 29
3.4.1 Mobile Network Connection Details 30
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3.4.2 Traffic Statistics 31
3.4.3 Authentication 31
3.4.4 Cellular Band Selection 34
3.5 LAN 36
3.5.1 LAN IP Address 36
3.5.2 DHCP Server 37
3.5.3 LAN Port Status 39
3.6 Wireless LAN 40
3.6.1 Enable WLAN 40
3.6.2 Region 41
3.6.3 Radio Channel 41
3.6.4 Transmit Power [dBm] 41
3.6.5 Data Rate 41
3.6.6 Scan for Wireless Networks 42
3.6.7 Network Name (SSID) 43
3.6.8 WLAN Security 43
3.6.9 Connected Devices 45
3.6.10 Whitelist 45
3.7 NAT 47
3.7.1 UPnP IGD 48
3.7.2 Application Level Gateways 48
3.7.3 Port Forwarding 49
3.8 File and Printer Sharing 52
3.8.1 How it Works 52
3.8.2 Host Name and Workgroup 53
3.8.3 File Sharing 53
3.8.4 Printer Sharing 54
3.9 System 56
3.9.1 Basic System Information 57
3.9.2 Configuration Backup and Restore 57
3.9.3 System Restart 58
3.9.4 Software Update 59
3.9.5 Factory Reset 60
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3.10 Event Log 62
3.10.1 Persistent Logging 63
3.11 Change Password 63
3.12 Logout 64
4 Telephony and Fax (W35 only) 65
4.1 SIM Authentication 65
4.2 Information Tones 66
5 Battery (W35 only) 67
5.1 Installation of the Battery 67
5.2 Battery Function 67
6 PC Configuration 68
6.1 IP Settings 68
6.1.1 Obtain IP Settings Automatically 68
6.1.2 Configure Static IP Address 70
6.2 Wireless LAN Settings 70
6.2.1 Prepare the Wireless Client(s) 70
6.2.2 Install the Wireless LAN Interface 70
6.2.3 Configure Access to the W3x WLAN 71
6.3 USB Sharing Settings 71
6.3.1 Check Workgroup Settings 72
6.3.2 Access a Shared Storage Device 73
6.3.3 Set Up a Connection to a Shared Storage Device 73
6.3.4 Access a Shared Printer 74
7 Troubleshooting 77
7.1 Restart 77
7.2 Reset to Factory Default Settings 77
7.3 LAN Connections 78
7.4 Internet Access 79
7.4.1 Change TCP Settings 80
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7.5 Wireless LAN Connection 80
7.6 Access to Shared Files or Printer 82
7.7 Telephony and Fax Service (W35 only) 83
Glossary 85
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Introduction
1 Introduction
This chapter describes the structure of this guide and provides a list of
reference documents.
1.1 Structure of this Guide
This User’s Guide contains information that is needed for an end-user to
configure and manage the Ericsson Mobile Broadband Router (MBR) W3x
product series.
This guide describes both the Ericsson W30 and W35 and when design
and functionality are in common, the term ”Ericsson W3x” is used. Any
information that is unique to a specific model is described with the
corresponding product name; Ericsson W30 or Ericsson W35.
The following chapters are included:
• Chapter 1 – “Introduction” – provides information about this guide and
provides a list of reference documents.
• Chapter 2 – “W3x Series Overview” gives an overview of the Ericsson
W3x product series
• Chapter 3 – “Configuration and Management” – provides detailed
information about how to perform configuration and management of the
Ericsson W3x.
• Chapter 4 – “Telephony and Fax (W35 only)” – includes information
about the telephony and fax function in the Ericsson W35. It also
includes instructions on how to enter the SIM authentication codes via
a telephone handset.
• Chapter 5 – “Battery (W35 only)” – includes information about how to
handle battery installation and charging for the Ericsson W35.
• Chapter 6 – “PC Configuration” – gives instructions for configuring
computers to work with the Ericsson W3x.
• Chapter 7 – “Troubleshooting” – describes how to solve a number of
issues that could occur during installation, configuration, and use of the
Ericsson W3x.
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• The Glossary includes abbreviations and explanations to technical
terms used in this guide.
1.2 Related Documents
In the following documents, more information about the Ericsson W3x can
be found:
• Ericsson W3x Series, Quick Installation Guide, XX/LZT 108 9869,
Ericsson AB 2008.
• Ericsson W3x Series, Safety and Regulatory Information, 3/1551-CRH
102 168, Ericsson AB 2008.
• Ericsson W3x Series, License Information, 4/1551-CRH 102 168,
Ericsson AB 2008.
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2 W3x Series Overview
This chapter gives an overview of the Ericsson Mobile Broadband Router
(MBR) W3x product series.
2.1 Product Variants
The Ericsson W3x product series consist of two models:
• Ericsson W30 – Data Router
• Ericsson W35 – Data and Voice Router
The W3x product series facilitates protected, high-speed Internet access for
multiple users in home and small or branch office environments. It includes
advanced data capabilities such as router and switch functionality, and
provides the users with multiple possibilities for local area connectivity
(Ethernet and WLAN).
With WCDMA/HSPA radio access capability the Ericsson W3x is well
suited to provide broadband data access with data speeds similar to fixed
line DSL services. The data rate is up to 7.2 Mbps and the up-link speed is
up to 2 Mbps.
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2.2 W30 – Data Router
The Ericsson W30 data router provides data capabilities such as data
access (e.g. Internet) in the respect that it allows multiple computers to be
connected to the router using Ethernet or wireless LAN (WLAN). It also
supports file and printer sharing via the USB port.
Figure 1 - Overview of Interfaces on the Ericsson W30
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2.3 W35 – Data and Voice Router
The Ericsson W35 data and voice router incorporates the same set of
functions and data features as the Ericsson W30. Additionally, this model
also includes high quality voice and fax services via the telephony
interfaces. A broad range of network related services such as Prepaid
Subscription, CLI (Calling Line Identification), Call Waiting, Call Barring,
Call Forwarding, and Multiparty Conference Calls are available.
WCDMA/HSPA radio access is well suited for combined and efficient data
and voice transmission over the mobile network.
Figure 2 - Overview of Interfaces on the Ericsson W35
2.4 Feature Summary
The Ericsson W3x features the latest technology, which makes it highly
suitable for everyday broadband services:
• Wireless Broadband Services at Reliable High Speed
The Ericsson W3x uses WCDMA/HSPA as primary radio access and
GSM/GPRS/EDGE as fall-back.
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• Web-based user interface for configuration of the device with wizard
support.
• Advanced Networking
Supports an advanced local network setup providing IP routing,
Ethernet switching, DHCP service, and NAT.
• File and Printer Sharing
Network file and printer sharing is supported through a USB connection.
• Local Wireless Access with High-level Security
The Ericsson W3x may function as a WLAN access point for the
wireless local network supporting WEP, WPA, and WPA2 with preshared keys for WLAN security.
In addition to the above, the Ericsson W35 also includes the following
features:
• Voice Services
The Ericsson W35 includes voice capabilities accessed over standard
analog telephone line interfaces. Network services such as Prepaid
Subscription, Caller ID (1
st
call only), CLIP, Call Waiting, Call
Forwarding, and Multiparty Conference Calls are supported.
• Fax Service
The Ericsson W35 supports fax over IP (T.38) functions using packet
switched connection. If T.38 Fax is offered by the service provider as a
service with the Ericsson W35, simply connect an ordinary fax machine
to the “Phone/Fax” connector on the back of the unit and the fax will
work without further configurations.
• Battery back-up
For voice back-up purposes, an optional (available as an accessory)
rechargeable battery-pack can be connected between the AC/DC
adapter and the Ericsson W35.
For more information about the Ericsson W3x product series, see
www.ericsson.com/fwt
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2.5 Housing
The housing on the Ericsson W3x is designed to be either wall mounted or
standing on the desk by use of the provided table stand.
Figure 3 - Mounting alternatives
2.5.1 Back Side Interfaces
The back side of the Ericsson W3x includes the following interfaces:
Figure 4 – Ericsson W35 back side
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The interfaces are described in the tables below:
Table 1 – Ericsson W3x back side interfaces
Label Description
Ethernet
1-4
10-28VDC
Ethernet LAN connectors for connecting client PCs to the
Ericsson W3x.
Power input for connecting the provided power supply
adapter or an optional external battery pack (Ericsson W35
only).
Reset
A small hole in the housing used to restore the Ericsson
W3x configuration to factory default settings. The following
procedure resets all configurable values back to factory
default, including the login password.
1. Press the Reset button with the tip of a pen. The
Standby button starts blinking.
2. Wait until the Standby button shows steady blue
which indicates that the reset is finished.
In addition to the above, the Ericsson W35 also includes interfaces for
telephony and fax services.
Note: Telephony and fax services must be supported by the
subscription/network in order to work.
The interfaces are described in the tables below:
Table 2 – Additional back side interfaces on Ericsson W35
Label Description
Phone
Telephone connector, for connecting an analog telephone
to the Ericsson W35.
Phone/Fax
Telephone/Fax connector, for connecting a fax machine to
the Ericsson W35.
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2.5.2 Left Side Interfaces
The left side of the Ericsson W3x is equipped with the following interfaces:
Figure 5 – Ericsson W3x left side
The table below describes the interfaces:
Table 3 – W3x left side interfaces
Interface Type Description
SIM
SIM card
SIM card slot for inserting a SIM card.
slot
Note: The Ericsson W3x must be
disconnected from the power mains (or
an optional battery removed) when
inserting or removing the SIM card.
USB
USB-A USB connector for connecting USB
device(s), e.g. a memory stick or a
printer to the Ericsson W3x.
Button
For future use.
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2.5.3 Right Side Interface
The right side of the Ericsson W3x is equipped with an antenna connector
(type MCX) for connecting an optional external antenna.
Figure 6 – Ericsson W3x right side
2.5.4 Front Panel
The front panel of the Ericsson W3x includes a signal quality indicator, LED
indicators and a Standby button as described below.
2.5.4.1 Signal Quality Indicator
The signal quality indicator shows the quality of the signal from the mobile
network. The more segments displayed in the bar graph, the stronger the
signal.
The symbol in the centre of the graph (
a mobile network connection and when a connection is established, it
indicates the following:
) is blinking when searching for
• When 3G is displayed there is a connection to a UMTS network.
• 3G with a + sign indicates connection to a HSPA network.
• When the 3G symbol is unlit and the segment bar displays signal,
there is a connection to a GSM/GPRS/EDGE (2G) network.
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2.5.4.2 W30 LED Indicators
The following LED indicators are visible on the front of the Ericsson W30:
Figure 7 - Ericsson W30 LED indicators
Table 4 – Description of Ericsson W30 LED indicators
Symbol Color Description
Blinking
(blue)
Off
On (blue)
Off
On (blue)
Off
Various alarm conditions exist that
makes it impossible to establish a
connection to the mobile network (and
Internet). Information is specified on the
“Overview” web page.
No alarms.
The Wireless LAN is activated.
The Wireless LAN is not activated.
A connection to Internet is established.
No Internet connection is established.
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2.5.4.3 W35 LED Indicators
The following LED indicators are visible on the front of the Ericsson W35:
Figure 8 - Ericsson W35 LED indicators
Table 5 – Description of Ericsson W35 LED indicators
Symbol Color Description
(blue)
Off
Blinking
Blinking
(blue)
Off
On (blue)
Off
On (blue)
Off
New voice mail message(s) is available.
No voice mail message(s) is available.
Various alarm conditions exist that
makes it impossible to establish a
connection to the mobile network (and
Internet). Information is specified on the
“Overview” web page.
No alarms.
The Wireless LAN is activated.
The Wireless LAN is not activated.
A connection to Internet is established.
No Internet connection is established.
On (blue)
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A connected telephone is off-hook.
A connected telephone is on-hook.
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2.5.4.4 Built-in Ethernet Indicators
The Ethernet LAN connectors (Ethernet 1-4) have two built-in indicators
each.
The left indicator shows the speed of data traffic between the Ericsson W3x
and the connected client. If the speed is 100 Mbps, the indicator is green.
When the indicator is unlit, the speed is 10 Mbps.
The indicator to the right is yellow when a LAN connection is established
and flashes to show data traffic activity.
2.5.4.5 Standby Button
The Standby
button at the bottom of the front shows steady blue when
the Ericsson W3x has finished the start-up procedure.
The button can be pressed to switch the Ericsson W3x to a standby (low-
power) mode (equal to when the Ericsson W35 is running on optional
battery power). The button shows red when the unit is in standby mode and
only phone services are available.
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3 Configuration and Management
When the physical installation of the Ericsson W3x is finished (as described
in the Quick Installation Guide), the internal Web User Interface (WUI) is
available for configuration and status control.
This chapter provides detailed information about configuration options and
management of the Ericsson W3x using the WUI.
The WUI is available in five languages; English, German, Spanish, French
and Italian. Each page in the WUI includes country flags for the supported
languages:
Click on a flag to change to the preferred language.
3.1 Access and Login to the Web User Interface
The WUI can be accessed locally from a PC connected to either an
Ethernet LAN port or to the wireless LAN interface.
Note: First time setup must be done via an Ethernet port as the wireless
LAN interface in the Ericsson W3x is disabled by default.
When accessing the web pages, the following web browsers are supported:
• Internet Explorer® 5.0 or higher
• Safari® 1.3 or higher
• Firefox® 1.0 or higher
• Opera® 8 or higher
Start a web browser on a PC connected to the Ericsson W3x and type
http://mbr or http://192.168.1.1 in the Address (URL) field.
Note: If you change the internal IP address (192.168.1.1) on the Ericsson
W3x, you have to use the new address to access the web pages.
A start page is displayed in one of the following appearances depending on
the operational status of the Ericsson W3x described in section 3.1.1 and
3.1.2.
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3.1.1 Enter PIN Code
The SIM card contains information about the subscription and is normally
protected by a PIN (Personal Identification Number) code and a PUK
(Personal Unblock Key) code.
Normally, you have to enter a PIN code to activate the SIM card. In some
cases, however, PIN authentication is not required and it is possible to use
the SIM card without entering a PIN code.
The Enter PIN code page is displayed if a PIN code is required:
Figure 9 - Enter PIN code page
Enter the PIN code (provided with the SIM card).
You can also check “Remember my PIN” to have automatic SIM
authentication in case of a system restart.
Click the Apply button to save the settings.
3.1.2 Enter Password
If a PIN code is not needed for SIM authentication, or if automatic SIM
authentication is enabled, the Enter password page is displayed:
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Figure 10 – Enter password page
Type user in the “Password” field and click the Log In button. For security
purposes, it is recommended to change the default password, see section
3.11 – Change Password.
Note: You might, at any time, be redirected to the Enter password page
without your intention if there are any problems with the connection
to the mobile network and/or Internet. In this case, just enter the
password and check the “ALARMS” section on the Overview page.
After a successful login, the Overview page is displayed, see section 3.2 –
Overview.
3.1.3 Inactivity Timeout
The WUI has an inactivity timeout set to 20 minutes. Before this timeout
expires, it is preceded by a notification (displayed on top of the current
displayed page) one minute before the automatic logout:
Figure 11 - Inactivity Timeout Warning
The Cancel button can be clicked to abort the automatic logout.
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When the timeout expires, the Enter password page is displayed with a
notification about the automatic logout:
Figure 12 – Enter password page (after inactivity timeout)
Enter the “Password” and click Log In to make a new login.
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3.2 Overview
The Overview page gives an overview of the settings on the Ericsson W3x
as described below.
Figure 13 - Overview page
The Overview page provides the following functions:
• The left-hand menu (visible on all web pages) that includes
configuration topics for additional configuration described one by one in
the following sections.
• The Configuration Wizard… button which is the entrance to the step-
by-step configuration wizard recommended to be used for setting up
your Wireless LAN. See section 3.3 – Wireless LAN Configuration
Wizard.
• The “ALARMS” section where detected error conditions are specified.
See section 3.2.1 – Alarms for more information. If an alarm occurs, the
Alarm
and a message is also sent to the Event log. See section 3.10 – Event
Log.
indicator (on the front of the Ericsson W3x) is blinking
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• The “NETWORK INFORMATION” section where the most important
connection status information is collected. This information (among
others) is also found on the Internet and LAN web pages respectively.
3.2.1 Alarms
The “ALARMS” section on the Overview page includes detected active
error conditions.
Events that generate an alarm are such that make it impossible to send or
receive data, e.g. SIM card missing.
If there are no alarms currently detected the text "No alarms detected"
is displayed. If an alarm is detected, the Alarm
indicator on the
Ericsson W3x front panel is blinking, and the corresponding cause is
displayed according to the table below:
Table 6 - Alarm cause description
Alarm cause Description
No SIM card detected
There is no SIM card inserted, or the
SIM card is not correctly inserted.
Invalid SIM card
The inserted SIM card is invalid
inserted
No PIN code entered
No PIN code has been entered to
activate the Internet and voice services.
Incorrect PIN code
The entered PIN code is incorrect.
entered
SIM card blocked
The SIM card has been blocked (due to
entering the wrong PIN code three
times). The PUK is required to unblock
the SIM card.
SIM card permanently
blocked
The SIM card has been permanently
blocked (due to entering the wrong PUK
code ten times). A new SIM card is
required.
No Auto APN was found
Alarm detection not
working
Unknown alarm
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not be automatically configured based
on information on the SIM card.
The alarm detection function is currently
not working.
An alarm that cannot be identified has
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3.2.2 Network Information
The “NETWORK INFORMATION” section on the Overview page includes
a selection of the Internet and LAN settings. This information (among
others) is also displayed on the Internet and LAN pages respectively.
The Internet information includes connection status and basic settings.
Details about the following items are displayed:
Table 7 - Network information (Internet) description
Text/symbol Description
occurred.
IP Address:
Connection:
Service
provider:
Network
registration:
The mobile network (HSPA, UMTS or GSM) signal
quality available at the Ericsson W3x location. This
signal quality affects the performance of the unit. If
two or more bars are green, the connection is
usually acceptable.
The IP address automatically assigned to the
Ericsson W3x by the mobile network.
Note: If you require static IP addressing from your
operator, contact them directly.
The radio access technique currently used to enable
Internet access. It can be HSPA, UMTS, EDGE, or
GPRS.
The name of, or other reference to, the mobile
network operator.
The current mobile network registration status:
- Not registered, not searching
- Registered, home network
- Searching
- Registration denied
- Unknown
- Roaming
- Limited Service
The LAN section includes information about the following item:
Table 8 - Network information (LAN) description
Text Description
IP Address
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3.3 Wireless LAN Configuration Wizard
The Ericsson W3x may function as a WLAN Access Point (AP) for the local
network providing wireless client(s) with Internet and LAN access. The
Wireless LAN Configuration Wizard guides you step-by-step through the
basic setup for the Wireless LAN (WLAN).
Note: The wireless setup typically requires configuration of both the
Ericsson W3x and the wireless clients. For more information about
configuring wireless clients, see 6.2 – Wireless LAN Settings.
Click the Configuration Wizard… button on the Overview page to start the
wizard.
3.3.1 Enable the Wireless LAN
The Ericsson W3x WLAN interface is disabled by default.
Figure 14 – Wireless LAN: WLAN Access Point page
To enable connection of one or more wireless clients to the Ericsson W3x,
select the “Enable WLAN” check box.
Click Next to proceed.
Note: The WLAN interface will not be activated until the complete
configuration details are entered.
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3.3.2 Network Name
All clients on the local wireless network share a common Service Set
IDentifier (SSID) or network name. This name is required to establish
connection between the Ericsson W3x and the wireless client(s), and to
distinguish the wireless network from any other(s) that may be in use
nearby. Only devices configured with the same network name as the one
set on the Ericsson W3x can obtain access to it.
Figure 15 – Wireless LAN: Network Name (SSID) page
The network name is case-sensitive (distinguish between uppercase and
lowercase letters) and can be changed to any combination of numbers (0 –
9), letters (a – z), and hyphens (-) with a maximum length of 32 characters.
If the “Enable SSID broadcast” option is selected, your local wireless
client(s) will find the network name when scanning the air. If not, the
network name is hidden and has to be manually provided to the wireless
client(s).
If you want to change the preconfigured network name (MBR), type a new
name in the “Network name (SSID):” field and also select if the SSID shall
be hidden or not.
Click Next to proceed.
3.3.3 Wireless LAN Authentication
All communication on the wireless LAN can be protected from potential
intruders and eavesdroppers through standard authentication and
encryption methods.
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Authentication is used to restrict access to the wireless network and
encryption is the translation of data into a form that cannot be easily
understood by unauthorized users. The encrypted data can only be sent
and received by users with access to a private encryption key.
Note: Make sure that the operating system(s) and Wireless LAN
interface(s) of the wireless client(s) support the selected
authentication method.
Figure 16 – Wireless LAN: Authentication page
Select one of the authentication methods from the “Authentication” dropdown list. The available options are as follows:
• Open (No security);
f you select “Open” as authentication method no client configuration is
needed but be aware of that the WLAN will now be open without any
kind of security.
• WEP-64, WEP-128 (Low security);
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is considered to be a low security
option. WEP encrypted data is translated into blocks of either 64 bits
length or 128 bits length.
• WPA, WPA2 (High security);
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and its successor WPA2 are the most
reliable security options. WPA encryption uses the Temporal Key
Integrity Protocol (TKIP) while WPA2 encryption follows the Advanced
Encryption Standard (AES). AES offers a higher level of security and is
approved for sensitive corporate and government data transmission.
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• WPA/WPA2 Mixed (High security)
WPA/WPA2 Mixed enables connection of both WPA and WPA2 clients.
Click Next to proceed.
3.3.3.1 Open
If you select “Open”, the last page of the configuration wizard, where you
can review and confirm your settings, is displayed:
Figure 17 – WLAN Configuration Wizard Confirmation page
To confirm the settings and close the Configuration Wizard, click the
Finish button.
You can use the Previous button to go back to previous pages and check
your settings and/or make changes.
If you click the Cancel button, the Configuration Wizard closes and no
changes are saved:
Figure 18 - Cancel Configuration Wizard
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