User's Manual

4.2.7 WPS

4.2.7.1WPS

Figure 2-7-1 WPS function

WPS Configuration: The primary goal of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (Wi-Fi Simple Configuration) is to

simplify the security setup and management of Wi-Fi networks. Ralink STA supports the

configuration and setup using a PIN configuration method or a PBC configuration method through

an internal or external Registrar.

WPS AP List: Displays the information of the surrounding APs with WPS IE from the last scan

result. The detailed information includes the SSID, BSSID, Channel, ID (Device Password ID),

Security-Enabled.

Rescan: Issues a rescan command to the wireless NIC to update information on the surrounding

wireless network.

Information: Displays the information about WPS IE on the selected network. The detailed list

includes the Authentication Type, Encryption Type, Config Methods, Device Password ID, Selected

Registrar, State, Version, AP Setup Locked, UUID-E and RF Bands. Further details are available

here: WPS Information on AP.

PIN Code: The user is required to enter an 8-digit PIN Code into Registrar. When an STA is the

Enrollee, you can click "Renew" to re-generate a new PIN Code.