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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
How do I make a HEX-based WEP key?
64-bit - Generated as
10 alphanumeric characters ( 0 - 9 , a-f).
Example: 843 c 29 a 562 .
128-bit - Generated as 29 alphanumeric characters ( 0 - 9 , a-f).
Example: 3 c 29 f 2536 bef 3276 d 32 e 364 a 2 c.
What is WPA?
WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a new standard for wireless encryption for
802.11 g/ 802.11 b communications.
Does the Router function as a firewall?
Yes. The Router provides its security through the use of
NAT firewall, which acts
as a physical barrier between your network and the Internet.
What is NAT and how does it protect my network?
NAT (Network Address Translation) is a type of security that masks the private
IP addresses of the computers on your network with a single public IP address.
With NAT , the private IP address of the computers on your network is never
transmitted over the Internet.
Which Virtual Private Networking (VPN) protocols are supported?
The Router supports pass-through for
PPTP , L2TP , and IPS ec.
Can I use Internet firewall or security programs with my network?
Because the Router uses
NAT firewall security, it is not necessary to use any
other program for security. The use of third-party firewall or Internet security
software is not recommended, since certain programs create problems on a pri-
vate network (BlackIce Defender, Norton Internet Security, and ZoneAlarm, for
example).