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Setting Description
WPA2 Personal This mixed mode security, which is the same as WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK, enables WiFi
Mixed devices that support either WPA or WPA2 to join the VAP. This option uses TKIP and AES
encryption.
WPA-PSK (which uses TKIP) is less secure than WPA2-PSK (which uses AES) and limits the
speed of WiFi devices to 54 Mbps.
In the Passphrase field, enter a phrase of 8 to 63 characters. To join the VAP, a user must
enter this passphrase. To view the passphrase in clear text, click the eye icon.
WPA2 This enterprise-level security uses RADIUS for centralized Authentication, Authorization,
Enterprise and Accounting (AAA) management. For WPA2 Enterprise security to function, you must
set up RADIUS servers (see Set up RADIUS servers on page 126).
From the Data Encryption menu, select the data encryption mode:
• TKIP + AES. This type of data encryption enables WiFi devices that support either WPA
• AES. This type of data encryption provides a secure connection but some older WiFi
8. Optionally, disable the WiFi broadcast or set up a WiFi activity schedule by selecting
one of the following radio buttons:
• Always ON. When you set up an SSID, you are creating a new virtual access point
(VAP). By default, the new VAP is enabled and the Always ON radio button is
selected.
• Always OFF. Select this radio button to set up the SSID but temporarily disable
the VAP.
• Custom. Select this radio button to set up a broadcast schedule. An icon displays
to the right of the radio button. Do the following:
a. Click the icon next to the radio button.
A pop-up window opens.
b. Either select a predefined time from the Preset menu or select custom time
blocks by clicking the time blocks.
A blue color for a time block indicates that the VAP will be enabled (on). A
gray color for a time block indicates that the VAP will be disabled (off).
c. Click the Done button.
The pop-up window closes.
Manage the Basic WiFi and
Radio Features
or WPA2 to join the access point's WiFi network. This is the default mode.
devices do not detect WPA2 and support only WPA. Therefore, if your network includes
such older devices, select TKIP + AES security.
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