User's Manual

PW-RN401/PW-RN401D
150M Wireless N Router
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 Wireless Radio - Enable or disable the wireless radio choosing from the pull-down list.
 SSID - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same name of SSID (Service Set
Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. Considering
your wireless network security, the default SSID is set to be (XXXXXX indicates the
last unique six numbers of each Router’s MAC address). This value is case-sensitive.
For example, TEST is NOT the same as test.
 Region - Select your region from the pull-down list. This field specifies the region where
the wireless function of the Router can be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless
function of the Router in a region other than one of those specified in this field. If your
country or region is not listed, please contact your local government agency for
assistance.
 Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. The default
channel is set to Auto. so the AP will choose the best channel automatically. It is not
necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with
another nearby access point.
 Mode - This field determines the wireless mode which the Router works on.
 Channel Width - Select any channel width from the pull-down list. The default setting is
automatic, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.
 Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If
disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect the Router without encryption. It is
recommended strongly that you choose one of following options to enable security.
 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK - Select WPA based on pre-shared passphrase.
 PSK Password - You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters.
For ASCII, the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to 9 and any letters A to Z, the
length should be between 8 and 63 characters.
For Hexadecimal, the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to 9 and letters A to F,
the length should be between 8 and 64 characters.
Please also note the key is case sensitive, this means that upper and lower case
keys will affect the outcome. It would also be a good idea to write down the key and
all related wireless security settings.
 No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not change!
These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please refer to
Section 4.6: “Wireless”.
6. Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page.