Add SSID interfaces to Single Firewalls

A service set identifier (SSID) interface represents an 802.11 wireless LAN.

1. In the navigation pane on the left, select Interfaces.
2. Right-click the wireless interface and select New SSID Interface.
3. In the Wireless Network Name (SSID) field, enter the wireless network name.
   It identifies the network to the end users.
4. From the Wireless SSID Broadcast drop-down list, select one of the following options:
   • Enabled — The wireless network name is broadcast to anyone in range.
   • Disabled — Users must type the name to connect.
5. From the MAC Address Type drop-down list, select one of the following options:
   • Hardware — The first SSID Interface that you define is automatically assigned the MAC address of the wireless card.
   • Custom — A custom MAC address.
6. (Custom MAC address only) In the MAC Address field, enter a MAC address.
7. Click the Security tab.
8. From the Security Mode drop-down list, select the security mode.
   Tip: When you select the security mode, the options particular for that mode are enabled. We recommend using one of the WPA security modes.
9. If you selected WEP Open System or WEP Shared Key, configure these options.
   1. From the Key Length drop-down list, select the key length.
   2. From the Default Key drop-down list, select which key is used by default.
   3. Enter 1–4 encryption keys.
10. If you selected WPA Personal, configure these options.
    1. From the WPA Mode drop-down list, select the WPA mode.
    2. In the Pre-Shared Key field, enter a pre-shared key of 8 to 64 ASCII characters.
11. If you selected WPA Enterprise, configure these options.
    1. From the WPA Mode drop-down list, select the WPA mode.
    2. Next to the Authentication Method field, click Select.
    3. Select the RADIUS authentication method for authenticating users and click Select.
12. Click OK.
13. Click Save.
    Do not close the Engine Editor.