Problem with WEP security and a sitecom wireless range extender

Hi,

I have a wireless network configured with 128 bit WEP security. The
laptop upstairs doesn't always work very well so I have bought a range
extender made by Sitecom (WP 150).

Everything works fine with no WEP enabled on either the wireless
router or the range extender. Once I enable WEP on both, I can't get
connected to the range extender. Or perhaps the range extender can't
connect to the wireless router. I'm not sure.

The range extender only has one set-up page for security. This
confuses me as I thought it'd have one page to set-up security so that
it can connect to the existing network and then another page to
configure security for computers connecting to it. Either way, I put
in the key for my wireless router and then I can't use it.

Here's a snap shot of the set-up page for the extender and the laptop
I'm trying to connect with -
http://www.flickr.com/gp/[email protected]/gu2G7m

What can I do?

Thanks.

Peter.

 

Strange. It works now! I've been at this for hours!

I've another minor problem now which I'll start a new topic on.

 

Is that not an oxymoron these days?

 

I did read about that when I was looking for help. For a home
network, I'm only looking to avoid accidental use by a neighbour.

 

Your call of course; but unless there's good reason otherwise, why not
use WPA? I'd be worried about 'drive-by' types myself, and potentially
having to explain to the jury that I didn't download that material.......

 

I can see your point. I live in a dead end street so not too bad for
that. I'd soon notice someone sitting outside with their laptop. In
fact, if they could get a good signal at that distance, I'd ask them
what WiFi card they're using. ;-)

Not sure if my Archos 605 or Wii support WPA - maybe they do. The
laptop's a bit old but might do it.