Encryption, 4 encryption – Edimax Technology EW-7206GAb User Manual

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Wireless LAN Access Point Configuration

4.2.4 Encryption

WEP is an authentication algorithm, which protects authorized Wireless LAN users

against eavesdropping. The Authentication type and WEP key of wireless stations

must be the same with each other. This Gaming Adapter supports 64/128-bit WEP

Encryption function. With this function, your data will be transmitted over the

wireless network securely.

Parameter

Description

WEP Mode

You can select the 64-bit or 128-bit to encrypt transmitted data. Larger

WEP key length will provide higher level of security, but the throughput

will be lower. You also can select Disable to transmit data without

encryption.

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