My Wi-Fi Router is PRIVATE, but when I turn it on it says my security is weak. I don’t know how to configure it so it’s no longer TKIP
How do I configure my Private Wi-Fi router to WPA2 (AES) to replace the existing configuration which made it a TKIP connection?
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iPhone 8, iOS 16
How to reconfigure a Wi-Fi router or access point depends on which product vendor and model and sometimes firmware revision. Check the product manual for the particular vendor and product for details. Also check for firmware updates from the vendor.
Some older devices might not be capable of WPA2 AES or WPA3.
Or you can ignore the message, as the only change here is that you now know the local Wi-Fi security is low.
Here is what Apple publishes: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support
How to reconfigure a Wi-Fi router or access point depends on which product vendor and model and sometimes firmware revision. Check the product manual for the particular vendor and product for details. Also check for firmware updates from the vendor.
Some older devices might not be capable of WPA2 AES or WPA3.
Or you can ignore the message, as the only change here is that you now know the local Wi-Fi security is low.
Here is what Apple publishes: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support
The weak security message doesn’t change anything, it was an addition to Apple platforms a while back, to inform. You can continue to use weak security. The only difference is that you now know it is weak.
Arris XB3 as used by Xfinity has several models: DPC3939, DPC3941T, TC8717, and TG1682G
Here’s an example of the model code from a Cisco manual, this from a Cisco DPC3939, with red added to highlight the location of the model:
Which model do you have here?
PS: Based on that sticker, the DPC3939 likely does support WPA2-PSK AES, too. Which isn’t considered weak by Apple.
PPS: do not post that sticker for your cable modem.
pattyOfurniture Said:
"How do I configure my Private Wi-Fi router to WPA2 (AES)?: My Wi-Fi Router is PRIVATE, but when I turn it on it says my security is weak. I don’t know how to configure it so it’s no longer TKIP How do I configure my Private Wi-Fi router to WPA2 (AES) to replace the existing configuration which made it a TKIP connection?"
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Weak Security:
Encryption is the Culprit:
The device is getting this message because the router is using WPA2 for their encryption protocol, which is no longer secure. So, you have to either reconfigure the router's settings to be using WPA3, or upgrade to a new router that supports WPA3. Older devices may not support WPA3. So, your router would have to have WPA2/WPA3 open for use.
An Old Device:
For Thought: If this is a much older device, it may no longer be able to be as secure. So, take this as a good reason to upgrade to a much more recent model.
It would sure help us if we knew the make and model number of your Wi-Fi router. Then, we can check the Internet to see if we can locate the setup guide for the product.
We're willing to do the research, but we are terrible at guesswork.
We don't need a serial number.......just the manufacturer name and model number of the device. That is usually on a label on the back or bottom of the router.
I’m just seeing this. Please accept my apology.
its an Arris router. And it is old.
I can’t figure out what number is its model number though.
I can say that when they first installed it, it never have me the TKIP “weak” connection warning.
it wasn’t until I updated my Internet password to a much
more secure password that it began giving the warning.
On the front it states Dual-Band Wi-Fi 803.11ac XB3.
The only other number is its S/N.
How do I configure my Private Wi-Fi router to WPA2 (AES)?
