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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
Setting Up The Model RA2040 802.11g Radio
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To assign a Network key, tap in the checkbox next to ‘The key is provided auto-
matically’ to remove the check mark next to this option.
Figure 2.6 Accessing Network Key And Key Index
Key Index
This field is used to identify the WEP key.
Enter a value from 1 to 4.
Enable 802.1X authentication
“802.1X” is the IEEE standard that offers additional security for local area net-
works. It provides authentication for user devices attached to an Ethernet network,
whether wired or wireless. A security protocol packet such as TLS or MD5 encap-
sulated in an “EAP” is used in conjunction with the “802.1X” standard to authenti-
cate users at the MAC layer. Available EAPs are listed in the dropdown menu next
to the ‘EAP’ option.
To activate “802.1X”, tap on the checkbox next to ‘Enable 802.1X authentica-
tion’, and press the [SPACE] key to enable it.
EAP Type (Extensible Authentication Protocol):
This dropdown menu lists the EAP types available on your system. The items in
this dropdown menu will vary depending on your network setup. Keep in mind also
that some authentication protocols require that you select a ‘Certificate’. By select-
ing the Properties button, you will be able to select a Certificate.
provides a website that outlines how to create certificates
for your network.
6. Saving and exiting the radio setup.
Once you have completed your configuration, press [ENTER] or tap on OK.
Tap in this checkbox to remove
Network Key & Key Index fields.
the checkmark. This disables this
option, providing access to the