Wi-Fi Home Networking

QuickTips Index

Change the Default SSID on Wireless Access Points and Routers
Wireless access points and routers ship with a default network name (SSID) set by the manufacturer. Change this name to improve the security of your home wireless LAN.

Change the Default Administrator Password on Wireless Access Points and Routers
Wireless access points and routers allow administrators to control a Wi-Fi network by logging into to the device with a username and password. To improve the security of a Wi-Fi network, change the administrative password regularly.

How to Optimally Position a Wireless Access Point or Router
The speed of a Wi-Fi home network depends on signal strength from the wireless router or wireless access point. Follow these tips to position your wireless equipment for optimal network performance.

Enable MAC Address Filtering on Wireless Access Points and Routers
To improve the security of your Wi-Fi network, strongly consider enabling and using MAC address filtering. Most wireless access points and routers support MAC address filtering, but disable it by default.

Disable SSID Broadcast on Wireless Access Points and Routers
Many wireless access points and routers routinely transmit the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) into open air. This makes it easier for hackers to break into your home wireless LAN. Disable this SSID broadcast feature to improve the security of your WLAN.