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Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings
This chapter describes how you can manage the basic WiFi network settings of the modem router. For information about
the advanced WiFi settings, see
Manage the Advanced WiFi Features
on page 246.
The chapter includes the following sections:
•
Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Main Network
on page 97
•
Use WPS to Add a Device to the WiFi Network
on page 108
•
Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Guest Network
on page 110
•
Control the WiFi Radios
on page 115
For information about setting up an access control list (ACL) and managing WiFi access for enhanced security, see
Manage Network Access Control Lists
on page 121.
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Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Main
Network
The modem router comes with preset security. This means that the WiFi network name (SSID), network key
(password), and security option (encryption protocol) are preset in the factory. The preset SSID and password are
uniquely generated for every device to protect and maximize your WiFi security.You can find the preset SSID and
password on the product label (see
Bottom Panel Product Label
on page 17).
IMPORTANT:
We recommend that you do
not
change your preset security settings. If you do decide
to change your preset security settings, make a note of the new settings and store the
note in a safe place where you can easily find it.
View or Change the Basic WiFi Settings
You can view or change the basic WiFi settings and WiFi security. The modem router simultaneously supports the
2.4 GHz band for 802.11b/g/n devices and the 5 GHz band for 802.11a/n/ac devices.
If you do decide to change the WiFi settings of the modem router’s main network, use a wired
connection to avoid being disconnected when the new WiFi settings take effect.
Tip
To view or change the basic WiFi settings:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is
admin
.The default password is
password
.The user name and password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
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4.
Select
Wireless
.
5.
View or change the basic WiFi settings and security settings.
The following table describes the fields on the Wireless Settings page.
Description
Field
Region Selection
From the menu, select the region in which the modem router operates.
It might not be legal to operate the modem router in a region other than the
regions listed in the menu. If your country or region is not listed, check with your
local government agency.
Note
Region
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Description
Field
Wireless Network (2.4GHz b/g/n)
By default, the modem router broadcasts its SSID so that WiFi stations can detect the WiFi name
(SSID) in their scanned network lists. To turn off the SSID broadcast, clear the
Enable SSID
Broadcast
check box.Turning off the SSID broadcast provides additional WiFi security, but users
must know the SSID to be able to join the WiFi network of the modem router.
Enable SSID Broadcast
The SSID is the WiFi network name. If you did not change the SSID, the default SSID displays.
The default SSID is also printed on the product label (see
Bottom Panel Product Label
on page
17).
We recommend that you do not change the default SSID. If you must change
the SSID, enter a 32-character (maximum), case-sensitive name in this field.
Note
Name (SSID)
From the
Channel
menu, select
Auto
for automatic channel selection or select an individual
channel. The default selection is
Auto
.
In some regions, not all channels are available. Do not change the channel
unless you experience interference (shown by lost connections or slow data
transfers). If this situation occurs, experiment with different channels to see
which is the best.
Note
If you use multiple WiFi access points (APs), reduce interference by selecting
different channels for adjacent APs. We recommend a channel spacing of four
channels between adjacent APs (for example, use Channels 1 and 5, or 6 and
10).
Note
Channel
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Description
Field
From the
Mode
menu, select one of the following modes:
•
Up to 54 Mbps
. Legacy mode. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to
join the network but limits 802.11n devices to functioning at up to 54 Mbps.
•
Up to 289 Mbps
. Neighbor-friendly mode for reduced interference with neighboring WiFi
networks. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to join the network but
limits 802.11n devices to functioning at up to 289 Mbps.
•
Up to 800 Mbps
. Performance mode. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b
devices to join the network and allows 802.11n devices to function at up to 600 Mbps. This
mode is the default mode.
The 800 Mbps performance mode requires 256 QAM support on the WiFi
client.
Note
WPA-PSK security supports speeds of up to 54 Mbps. Even if your devices
are capable of a higher speed, WPA-PSK security limits their speed to 54
Mbps.
Note
Mode
Security Options
This information applies to the 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
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