How do I enable WEP encryption so my older devices can connect?

Step 1: Open your web browser and enter http://dlinkrouter or http://dlinkrouter.local or http://192.168.0.1 into the address bar.

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Step 2: The default username is Admin and the password is blank (nothing). Click Login.

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Step 3: Click on the Setup tab at the top and then click on Wireless Settings on the left side.

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Step 4: Click on Manual Wireless Network Setup

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Step 5: In the Wireless Security Mode dropdown list, select WEP encryption. WEP is a deprecated wireless encryption standard and we strongly advise against using WEP. It should be used only if you have a very old device, since it offers weak protection and will slow your network greatly.

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For 64 bit keys you must enter 10 hex digits into each key box. For 128 bit keys you must enter 26 hex digits into each key box. A hex digit is either a number from 0 to 9 or a letter from A to F.
You may also enter any text string into a WEP key box, in which case it will be converted into a hexadecimal key using the ASCII values of the characters. A maximum of 5 text characters can be entered for 64 bit keys, and a maximum of 13 characters for 128 bit keys.

Step 6: Click on Save Settings to save your settings.

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