Wireless Network password too short - mac won't accept HELP

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Wireless Network password too short - mac won't accept HELP

Basically, my problem is exactly what I'ves aid.

The password for the wireless network where I'm staying is too short (only 6 digits) and my macbook won't accept it unless it has 8 digits... the network password works perfectly fine with Windows computers (both running vista if thathelps) - is there any way at all to get around this issue?

Or am I just stuck with no internet for the next few weeks?

MacBook (Black), Mac OS X (10.5.8)

Posted on Jan 13, 2010 4:05 PM

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Answer 1

Jan 13, 2010 9:07 PM in response to taranoodle

When you are joining the network, try selecting a different Security mode.

Illustration:
http://i49.tinypic.com/33w6w54.png

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Answer 2

Jan 14, 2010 8:22 AM in response to PockyRevolution

As PockyRevolution suggests you may be using an incorrect encryption protocol.

As your MacBook only accepts passwords of 8 or more characters you are probably trying to set up a WPA connection.

As the key for the network you wish to join is 6 characters long, it's probably a WEP connection.

Can you try any of the suggestions here

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1126

especially those for setting up WEP.

Best wishes

John

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