Chapter 6: The Administrative Functions In The Wireless Network Monitor; Accessing The Wireless Network Monitor; Using The Administrative Functions In The Wireless Network Monitor; Figure 6-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon - Linksys WPC200 User Manual

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Chapter 6: The Administrative Functions in the Wireless
Network Monitor
When used with the WAP200 Access Point, you can use the administration functions in the Wireless Network
Monitor to classify your wireless networks into different groups and monitor the activities and resources within
your networks. The following functions under Classification and Security Monitor screens are only enabled after
an administrator or privileged user enters a valid username and password.

Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

After installing the Adapter, the Wireless Network Monitor icon will appear in the system tray of your computer. If
the Wireless Network Monitor is enabled, then the icon will be green. If the Wireless Network Monitor is disabled
or the Adapter is not connected, then the icon will be gray.

Using the Administrative Functions in the Wireless Network Monitor

The Administration tab will give you access to the administrative tasks of the account information and other
functions, such as classification and monitoring of your wireless networks. The Classification and Security
Monitor functions will be provided after logging in to the Security Monitor account on the Administration screen.
To configure trusted and untrusted wireless networks, click the Classification tab. To view the summarized
report of the monitored wireless activities and alert messages, click the Security Monitor.
NOTE: You must associate with a WAP200 Access Point to be able to log in to the Security
Monitor.
NOTE: You will need to log in with a valid Security Monitor account to view the screens in this
chapter.

Chapter 6: The Administrative Functions in the Wireless Network Monitor

Accessing the Wireless Network Monitor

Figure 6-1: Wireless Network Monitor Icon

Figure 6-2: Administration - Login Security Monitor
Administration - Login Security Monitor Account
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