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I want my modem to stop broadcasting my SSID but I can't find the modem address.
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Network security is like a physical security. No matter what you do to secure your house, a sophisticated bugler will eventually break in. Given the luxury of time, they'll find a way. Does that mean you should make it easy for the bugler? No.
Effective Network Security is layers of protection: Eliminating Default Settings...SSID Masking...MAC ID Filtering...Static IP Addresses...Limited Connections...Time Schedules...Strong/Unique Passwords, etc
Will SSID Masking solely stop an intruder? No. Combined with other layers, however, will require more time and the intruder will eventually give up to find a more vulnerable network.
"Causing connectivity issues" is a good thing. Functionality is the enemy of security. If a friend or family member INSIDE your house can't even connect without your permission, you should beam with pride.
Chapter 8 of the manual mentions turning off Broadcast SSID, so it may be an option somewhere on your gateway.
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