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Chapter 5 Advanced Configuration
Overview
Table 5-5 Home Networking Parameters
Parameter Description
Computer Name The client name for the home network. It is a logical name for your
workstation. It enables you to determine which devices are connected
to the base station (the home equivalent of an access point) without
having to memorize every MAC address. This name is included in the
base station’s list of connected devices.
Range: Up to 16 characters
Note Each computer on the home network must have a unique
computer name.
SSID The service set identifier (SSID) enables you to access the home
network.
Range: Up to 32 characters (case sensitive)
Note Only one SSID can be set in a home network, and each device
on the network must use the same SSID.
WEP Encryption Key The WEP key for the home network. See the “WEP” section on
page 4-2 for information on WEP keys.
Range: Up to 13 characters (case sensitive in ASCII format)
Note Only one WEP key can be set in a home network, and each
device on the network must use the same key.
Enable Encryption (WEP) Selecting this check box enables WEP for your client adapter. This
check box is inaccessible until you set an encryption key by using the
WEP Encryption Key parameter.
Default: Deselected
Note When WEP is enabled, 40-bit client adapters cannot be used
with the Cisco Aironet 340 Series Base Station.
Data Rate Specifies the rate at which your client adapter transmits or receives
packets to or from other devices on the home network.
Default: Auto
Data Rate Description
Auto Uses the 11-Mbps data rate when possible
but drops to lower rates when necessary.
1 Mbps Only Offers the greatest range but the lowest
throughput.
2 Mbps Only Offers less range but greater throughput
than the 1 Mbps Only option.
5.5 Mbps Only Offers less range but greater throughput
than the 2 Mbps Only option.
11 Mbps Only Offers the greatest throughput but the
lowest range.
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