Direct ConnectionConnects external wireless communication devices (e.g. computers, smartphones, or tablets)to the printer using it as an access point (wireless router).Note• When Direct Connection is displayed on Network Type:, you cannot change the settings onthe Wireless LAN sheet or the Admin Password sheet.• You can change or check the settings from Set up printer's direct connection... on theSettings menu when you use the printer with the direct connection (access point mode).Changing Settings in Direct Connection2. Network (SSID):The network name (SSID) of the wireless LAN currently used is displayed.Note• Enter the same SSID that the wireless router is configured to use. The SSID is case-sensitive.In the direct connection (access point mode), the access point name (SSID) of the printer isdisplayed.3. Search...The Wireless Routers screen is displayed to select a wireless router to connect to.Wireless Routers ScreenNote• When IJ Network Tool runs over a LAN, the button is grayed out and cannot be selected.Connect the printer and the computer with a USB cable temporarily to change the settings.4. Encryption Method:Select the encryption method used over the wireless LAN.Important• If all encryption types of the wireless router, printer, or computer do not match, the printercannot communicate with the computer. If the printer cannot communicate with the computerafter the encryption type of the printer was switched, make sure encryption types for thecomputer and the wireless router match that set to the printer.• If you connect to a network that is not protected with security measures, there is a risk ofdisclosing data such as your personal information to a third party.Do Not UseSelect to disable encryption.Use Password (WEP)Transmission is encrypted using a WEP key you specified.If a network password (WEP) has not been set, the WEP Details screen is displayedautomatically. To change WEP settings set before, click Configuration... to display thescreen.Changing WEP Detailed Settings250
