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Supported Wireless Standards, Features and Security	IEWG_100
Netopia has just introduced a new line of Wireless Gateways utilizing 802.11x technology for complete interoperability and Wi-Fi compliance. Netopia 3-D Reach is superior to today's conventional wireless implementations by incorporating a wireless subsystem specifically designed for enhanced wireless range, coverage and performance. Any Wi-Fi certified wireless network adapter or device, such as a PDA or a handheld unit, which supports the 802.11b standard should work with the Netopia Gateways. In order to take advantage of our wireless security features, such as WEP encryption and WPA-PSK encryption (when supported), please check with the documentation supplied for your wireless adapter to determine compatibility.
Please Note: The purpose of this Quick Guide is to outline basic features of the wireless LAN networking properties of the Netopia 3300 Series Residential Wireless Gateway. It should be noted that additional configuration can enhance the level of network security available above that outlined in this Quick Guide.
Click Here! if you'd like to use MAC Authentication for additional network security. Click Here! if you'd like to use WEP Encryption for additional network security. WEP can be used alone or in conjunction with MAC Authentication.

Firmware Reference

v8.2 R1 and later -- Netopia 3387W-ENT | v8.4.2 R0 and later -- Netopia 3387WG-ENT
v7.2 R1 and later -- Netopia 3347W

Netopia 3347W (Business and Residential Series)

Wireless Standard: 802.11b
Range: Extended by Netopia 3-D Reach technology.
Wireless Security Features:

64 bit, 128 bit, and 256 bit WEP encryption.
Wireless MAC Authentication *
WPA-PSK(Wi-Fi Protected Access Preshare Key) *
*Supported on Residential Firmware version 7.3.3 and above.
*Supported on Business Class Firmware version 8.3.3 and above.
Check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Wireless Network Adapter and Device interoperability:
Any Wi-Fi certified wireless network adapters and devices such as a PDA, or handheld which supports 802.11b standard should work with your Netopia. In order to take advantage of our wireless security features such as WEP and WPA-PSK encryption, please check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Netopia 3387WG-ENT (Business Class)

Wireless Standard: 802.11g
Range: Extended by Netopia 3-D Reach technology.
Wireless Security Features:

64 bit, 128 bit and 256 bit WEP encryption.
Wireless MAC Authentication *
WPA-PSK(Wi-Fi Protected Access Preshare Key) *
*Supported on Business Class Firmware version 8.4.2 and above.
Check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Wireless Network Adapter and Device interoperability:
Any Wi-Fi certified wireless network adapters and devices such as a PDA, or handheld which supports 802.11g standard should work with your Netopia. In order to take advantage of our wireless security features such as WEP and WPA-PSK encryption, please check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Netopia 3387W-ENT (Business Class)

Wireless Standard: 802.11b
Range: Extended by Netopia 3-D Reach technology.
Wireless Security Features:

64 bit, 128 bit and 256 bit WEP encryption.
Wireless MAC Authentication *
WPA-PSK(Wi-Fi Protected Access Preshare Key) *
*Supported on Business Class Firmware version 8.3.3 and above.
Check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Wireless Network Adapter and Device interoperability:
Any Wi-Fi certified wireless network adapters and devices such as a PDA, or handheld which supports 802.11b standard should work with your Netopia. In order to take advantage of our wireless security features such as WEP and WPA-PSK encryption, please check with your wireless adapter and/or device manufacturer for compatibility and security features information.

Conclusion

Your Netopia router is now configured for both a wired and wireless LAN environment. The 10/100 Ethernet switch incorporated into the 3300 Wireless series router allows instant connectivity to your existing ethernet LAN, either directly plugged into the router's hub or to an external hub. The 3D Reach Wireless LAN will provide network access to 802.11b and 802.11g compliant devices on your network as well. Please consult the documentation provided with the wireless LAN card for individual manufacturers instructions and requirements.