Netgear FVG318v1 FVG318 Reference Manual - Page 49

ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall FVG318 Reference Manual Figure 3-5 3. In the Wireless Security Type section, select the WEP radio box. The WEP fields section will be highlighted. 4. Choose the Authentication Type (Automatic, Open System or Shared Key) and Encryption Strength options. You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all PCs and Access Points in your network. - Authentication Type: Normally this can be left at the default value of "Automatic." If set to "Open System" or "Shared Key", wireless stations must use the same method. - Encryption: Select the desired WEP Encryption: • 64-bit (sometimes called 40-bit) encryption • 128-bit encryption - WEP Keys: If using WEP, you can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all PCs and Access Points in your network. • Automatic Key Generation (Passphrase): Enter a word or group of printable characters (this phrase is case sensitive) in the Passphrase box and click the "Generate Keys" button to automatically configure the WEP Key(s). - If encryption is set to 64 bit, then each of the four key boxes will automatically be populated with key values. - If encryption is set to 128 bit, then only the selected WEP key box will automatically be populated with a key value. Configuring Wireless Connectivity v1.0, September 2007 3-11