How to Find My Wep Number

With a computer, ethernet cable and router it's not difficult to find a lost WEP number.

WEP numbers, more commonly known as WEP keys, are the encryption password codes wireless networks use to grant computers authorization. WEP numbers can usually be found on a sticker placed on the router; however, if the sticker has been removed and the WEP number has been misplaced, it is possible to recover the WEP number using the computer associated with the router. After the WEP number has been recovered, it is wise to record the number and keep it in a secure location.

Instructions

1. Open a web browser--Internet Explorer and Firefox are both good options.

2. Type your router's IP address into the browser window. If you're not sure of the router's IP address you can find it by clicking on the "Start" button on the lower left-hand side of the screen. Select "Run." Type "cmd" and press the "Enter" key on the keyboard. The Command Screen will appear. Type "Ipconfig" into the prompt. The router's IP address will appear on the screen.

3. Enter the Username and Password in the appropriate fields when prompted. The default Username and Password is usually admin and password; however, if a new Username and Password was assigned, enter the appropriate Username and Password instead.

4. Click "Wireless Settings."

5. Scroll down to locate the "Security Encryption (WEP) Key" label.

6. Locate the ten to thirteen letter and number combination placed next to a radio button. This is the current primary WEP key for this router.

References

• How to get WEP key from windows XP?
• Securing Your Wireless Network: WPA/WPA2 (Recommended)