Change the Default SSID on Wireless Access Points and Routers

Wi-Fi

access points and routersestablish a wireless network using a name called anSSID . Routers are configured with a default SSID pre-defined and set by the manufacturer at the factory.

Typical default SSIDs are simple names like

• "wireless"
• "netgear"
• "linksys"
• "default"

The SSID can be accessed from within the router's Web-based or Windows-based configuration utilities. It can be changed at any time, but wireless clients must then recognize the new SSID in order to reconnect to that router and wireless network.

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• Wireless Network
• Wireless Backhaul
• New Wireless
• Wi Fi Network
• Router Setup

To improve the security of your home wireless network, consider changing the router's SSID to a different name than the default. Here are some recommended do's and dont's, based on recommended network security practices:

• Don't embed your name, address, birth date, or other personal information as part of the SSID
• Likewise, don't use any of your Windows or Internet Web site passwords
• Don't tempt would-be intruders by using tantalizing network names like "SEXY-BOX" or "TOP-SECRET"
• Do pick an SSID that contains both letters and numbers
• Do choose a name as long or nearly as long as the maximum length allowed
• Do consider changing your SSID periodically (at least once every few months)