If your router doesn’t support wpa-3 should you ask for a new replacement router or is WPA-2 safe to use for your devices now.

My router has a security that supports WPA-2 and I’m wondering if it should be upgraded to a newer router that supports WPA-3 or something better than the one that i have now.

iPhone 15 Plus, iOS 17

Posted on Dec 2, 2023 5:45 AM

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Posted on Dec 2, 2023 8:43 AM

WPA2 AES is safe to use. The AES option may be in another field near the WPA2 option. If your internet service provider supplies your router you may want to check with them.


Also see the following.

To eliminate the weak security warning, change the security settings on your router to WPA3 Personal, WPA2/WPA3 Transitional or to WPA2 Personal AES. How you do that varies by router. If you don't have the instructions for your router, do an internet search for instructions for your router brand/model or if your router is supplied by your internet service provider, check their website or customer support. Also see: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support

 


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Dec 2, 2023 8:43 AM in response to artieorr

WPA2 AES is safe to use. The AES option may be in another field near the WPA2 option. If your internet service provider supplies your router you may want to check with them.


Also see the following.

To eliminate the weak security warning, change the security settings on your router to WPA3 Personal, WPA2/WPA3 Transitional or to WPA2 Personal AES. How you do that varies by router. If you don't have the instructions for your router, do an internet search for instructions for your router brand/model or if your router is supplied by your internet service provider, check their website or customer support. Also see: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points - Apple Support

 


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