WEP 128 bit 26 hex digit problem

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WEP 128 bit 26 hex digit problem

Can't seem to use the passwords generated by the linksys router for WEP 128 bits 26 hex digits encryption. WEP 64 bits works. Why?

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Macbook Pro, Mac OS X (10.5.6), 4GB Core2Duo 2.4

Posted on Feb 20, 2009 9:49 AM

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Answer 1

jsrockit

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Feb 20, 2009 10:37 AM in response to LCee

Did you try putting a $ before the 26 hex?

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Answer 2

LCee Author

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Feb 20, 2009 12:08 PM in response to jsrockit

The $ before the password didn't work. 😟 Tried WEP password and 40/128 hex but 40/128 hex won't allow a $ before the password. I wish there was a place to just use the Passphrase on the Mac. Using a linksys router.

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LCee Author

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Feb 20, 2009 1:12 PM in response to LCee

OK, found the best solution. Asked my host to change the WEP to WPA.

My problem is solved, the WEP issue isn't. Oh well this will work.

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