The WPS (Wireless Protected Setup) feature allows wireless clients and the TG862 to establish a wireless connection with a push of a button or by exchanging pin code. WPS and WPA-PSK (Wireless Protected Access) wireless encryption are enabled by default in the TG862.  WPS automatically generates a new strong WPA key for the Gateway and any WPS client devices on the wireless network. The TG862 supports two types of WPS: PIN Entry and PBC (Push Button Connection). This document provides information on:
- Establishing WPS PBC connection
- Verifying WPS connection
NOTE:Â The wireless clients must meet the following requirements for a WPS connection
Requirements
- Wireless client must support WPS
- The client's WPS must support hardware or software Push-button
NOTE 1: Not all client wireless devices support WPS. Please refer to the wireless client's documentation.
NOTE 2:Â Older, non-WPS clients can still be added to the network by configuring them with WEP or WPA-PSK.
To Establish WPS Push-button Connection
- Push the wireless client's WPS Push-button (PBC).
- Push the WPS button on the top panel of the TG862.
NOTE:Â When the WPS button is pressed, it may stay lit for 5 minutes (regardless of whether or not the connection was successful). Â Please wait until the light turns off before retrying or connecting another WPS product.
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To verify the status of the connection, check the status of the wireless client's WiFi utility.
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