Subnet Mask; Mac Address Xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx - Canon 3301B002 On-Screen Manual

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Hex
Specify a 10-digit or 26-digit string that can contain hexadecimal (0 to 9, A to F, and a to
f).
Key Length
Length of the WEP key. Select either 64 bits or 128 bits. Longer key length allows you to set a
more complex WEP key.
L
Link Quality
The status of connection between the access point and the printer excluding noise
(interference) is indicated with a value from 0 to 100%.
M
MAC Address
Also known as the physical address. A unique and permanent hardware identifier that is
assigned to network devices by its manufacturer. MAC addresses are 48 bits long and are
written as a hexadecimal number separated by colons, i.e., 11:22:33:44:55:66. To check the
MAC address of this machine, see
.
Machine
O
Operation Status
Indicates the status on whether the printer can be used.
P
PSK
An encryption method employed by WPA/WPA2, which uses a Pre-Shared Key.
R
Router
The gateway in a network that a computer uses to enter another network if a gateway is not
specified. A gateway relays data between the terminals and transmits the transferred data to
the target terminal.
S
Signal Strength
The strength of the signal received by the printer from the access point is indicated with a
value from 0 to 100%.
SSID
Unique label that distinguishes one wireless LAN from another. The machine and all clients
on a wireless LAN must use the same SSID in order to communicate with each other. The
SSID can be up to 32 characters long, and is made up of alphanumeric characters. The SSID
may also be referred to by its network name.
Stealth
In the stealth mode, an access point hides itself by not broadcasting its SSID. The client must
specify the SSID set to the access point to detect it.

Subnet Mask

Number used to specify which portion of the IP address refers to the network, and which
refers to the host.
Checking the IP Address or the MAC Address of the
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