Netgear DGN2000 DGN2000 Reference Manual - Page 29
Wireless Security Options, Restrict access based on MAC address - wireless n 300 router
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Wireless-N ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2000 Reference Manual Wireless Security Options Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks at a maximum range of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside your immediate area to access your network. Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can extend beyond your walls and can be received by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The modem router provides highly effective security features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs. There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network: DGN2000 Figure 2-1 There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network: • Restrict access based on MAC address. You can allow only trusted PCs to connect so that unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the modem router. Restricting access by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed (see "Restricting access by MAC address" on page 2-11). • Turn off the broadcast of the wireless network name SSID. If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies wireless network discovery feature of some products, such as Windows XP, but the data is still exposed (see "Hiding your wireless network name (SSID)" on page 2-11). Configuring Your Wireless Network and Security Settings 2-3 v1.0, July 2008