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Siemens SL2-141-I User Manual

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Step 6:
Configure the Wireless LAN (WLAN) of your
ADSL WLAN Routers

Using radio waves, a wireless network introduces some security risks which are not present in
a wired network; an unauthorized third party can intercept transmitted data, gain access to
your wireless network. In order to make your wireless network as secure as a wired network
you should apply, at least, the following guidelines.
To guarantee that your data is transmitted in a private manner, you should use the highest
possible security settings in your WLAN. Make sure that each PC on your wireless network uses
the same key as your access point.
The following example illustrates the encryption via ‘WPA-PSK’. Note: you must configure the
Access Point first and after that all connected devices.

1. Click Wireless and afterwards Security. Be sure, the Enable Wireless Network option is

selected.

2. Click Wireless and afterwards Security.

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