3Com 3CRWE870075A User Guide - Page 40

128-bit-Each key contains 26 hexadecimal digits or 13 alphanumeric characters. 152-bit-Each key contains 32 hexadecimal digits or 16 alphanumeric characters. 3Com Passphrase-This encryption string is for use only with other 3Com Wireless LAN devices. It is a case-sensitive string between 6 and 30 characters long. To enter the string, click 3Com Passphrase. Then type any combination of letters and numbers in the Key 1 field and click Apply. WPA CONFIGURATION FOR WINDOWS XP The following table shows how to configure the access point to support the various authentication and encryption options available for Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration. The following notes apply to configuring the access point for WPA under Windows XP: I A WPA-capable wireless network interface card is required. I The Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access, which you can download from the Microsoft Web site, is required. I To allow WEP clients, clear the WPA Configuration Required check box and enter an appropriate WEP key. I For all WPA configurations, 802.1x must be enabled on the Authentication page. Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Access Points 8200/8500/8700 Authentication Encryption Authentication Encryption Other Open Disabled Open System Disable WEP Open System Enable Enter static keys under WEP Configuration Shared Disabled Not available WEP Shared Key Enable Enter static keys under WEP Configuration 40