Wireless Access

Overview of Wireless Technology

Wireless "N" is now available in certain locations

Wireless networking technology allows specially equipped computers to access local area networks (LANs) without using wires. This allows users to browse the web, send and receive email, and transfer files from up to several hundred feet away from a transmitter.

How to Get Wireless Access

To use wireless internet access on campus, you will need to perform these steps:

1. Get a wireless card - The university is supporting a wireless - 802.11B, 802.11G and 802.11N network. This is now offered as a built-in option on newer laptops. If you do not have this option, you can purchase one at a local computer store.
2. Configure your card - Once you purchase your card follow the setup directions.
3. Find a wireless hot spot on campus.

If you are in an area with a wireless network, your computer should automatically locate the network. In Windows, you may get a popup by the system tray.

If you're not sure that you're connected to the right network, just double-click the network icon in the system tray (the icon of the two computers, as shown above), and select USP from the list.

If you have questions please contact the IT Help Desk for assistance.

Wireless Hotspots

A number of academic buildings and public indoor and outdoor spaces on campus have wireless access, with more planned in the next few years. Currently Osol and Goodman Halls have no wireless connectivity. Student owned wireless access points & routers are not permitted as they will not function properly and may cause problems for others.

1. The J. W. England Library - N
2. Wilson Student Center ( 1st Floor, 2nd Floor - N)
3. Wilson Student Center ( 3rd Floor and 4th Floor Study Room)
4. The ARC Lobby
5. The Mall ( the area between Griffith, Whitecar and McNeil )
6. Wilson Student Center ( 1st Floor, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor Study Room and 4th Floor Study Room)
7. Whitecar Hall Lobby
8. McNeil Science & Technology Center
9. Rosenberger Hall
10. Osol Hall (Computer Lab and Suite Lounge Area on all floors)
11. Goodman Hall (Computer Lab and Lounge Area on all floors)
12. Griffith Hall (208 CAPS Lab)
13. 4500 Woodland
14. Griffith A & C
15. 4101 Woodland
16. Glasser Hall

Wireless Requirements

• Windows XP or higher
• Only cards with 802.11 G/N/B