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How to Find Your Linksys WEP or WPA Key

If you don't know your wireless security key, it's not that hard to find out what it is. These instructions are fairly generic, but they should work great for clients that have Linksys routers that Wired PC Guys has set up. There are instructions at the bottom for 2Wire wireless modems.

Note: We highly recommend printing out these instructions before you get started.

Linksys Wireless Router

  1. Go to your Router's Control Panel.
  2. Leave the User name blank.
  3. The default Password for Linksys routers is admin.
  4. Click OK.
  5. Click on the Wireless tab.
  6. Click on the Wireless Security secondary tab.
  7. Look for Key 1 or WPA Shared Key.

2Wire Wireless Modem

2Wire modems all have their default wireless (WEP) keys printed on the bottom of the modem. Look for a 10 digit number inside square brackets - [1234567890] - on the bottom of the modem.

That's what you'll need if you're trying to connect to your wireless network. If you have a different type of router, don't hesitate to set up an appointment so we can help you out.


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