The Gigaset SE505 dsl/cable - DLG Tele

Configuration with Advanced Setup◆SSIDBefore the wireless network components can communicate with each other, youmust use the same SSID (Service Set Identifier).The Gigaset SE505 dsl/cable comes supplied with the SSID configured asConnectionPoint. You should change this SSID for security reasons.Enter a character string of your choice. The SSID is case sensitive. It can be up to32 alphanumerical characters long.i◆◆Remember that the connection to the wireless network adapterswill be interrupted until you enter the new SSID on them as well.You will find a detailed example of how to change the SSID in"Practical Tips and Configuration Examples"on the CD supplied.◆◆SSID visibleIf this option is enabled, the Gigaset SE505 dsl/cable will send the SSID in all datatransmissions, and your router's SSID will be displayed on PC's that have a wirelessnetwork adapter. In this case eavesdroppers could use the SSID to gain access to yournetwork.Your router's SSID will not be displayed if you disable the SSID option. This willincrease protection against unauthorised access to your wireless network. Make anote of the SSID however - you will need it to log your PC onto your router.Wireless ChannelChannel used by the Gigaset SE505 dsl/cable to communicate with other wirelessnetwork components. You must use a common channel so that the wireless networkcomponents can communicate with one another.iThe available channel settings are governed by your country'sregulations. They define the number of available channels. Thedefault setting is determined by the country setting (see page 52).You should not change this setting unless you have a good reason todo so.◆◆Access point nameYou can enter a name for your router here. This name will be used if you want to doRoaming with your router. If you do not need Roaming, you leave the default nameas it is.BSSIDThe router's BSSID is displayed here. This is for information only – it cannot bechanged.70