If you are installing the printer on an 802.1X network using the Advanced method, then you may need the following: Note: Using an unsecured wireless network is not recommended. If your wireless network does not use any type of security, then you will not have any security information. Encryption must be set for the same type on the router and on the printer, or the printer will not be able to communicate on the network. WPA includes encryption as an additional layer of security. Select the key currently in use on the network by selecting the Default WEP Transmit Key. If your network uses more than one WEP key, enter up to four in the provided spaces.

Security Method-There are three basic options for Security Method: Check with your system support person if you are not sure which channel to select. Some ad hoc networks will also require the auto setting. Wireless Mode (or Network Mode)-The mode will be either infrastructure or ad hoc.Ĭhannel (for ad hoc networks)-The channel defaults to auto for infrastructure networks. SSID-The SSID is also referred to as the network name. Information you will need to set up the printer on a wireless network Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until prompted to do so by the setup software.

Lexmark printer wireless setup utility