Wireless Access
University of the Science is pleased to announce the expansion
of wireless internet access on campus. All buildings – with
the exception of the 4140 building which is undergoing renovations
– now have wireless coverage. We are still in the process
of fine-tuning the system for optimal coverage but, for the most
part, you should be able to connect to wireless in every building.
Student owned wireless access points and routers are not permitted
as they will not function properly and may cause problems for
others. We welcome faculty, staff and students to use the wireless
network and hope it will enhance your educational experience.
The wireless network should be considered as an enhancement to
the University of the Sciences network and not a replacement for
the wired network. Although the wireless network provides nearly
the same experience as the wired network, the nature of the technology
means it is prone to minor interruptions and slow downs. There
may be differences in how an application or website performs on
the wireless network as compared to the hard wired connection
in your office, classroom, or residence hall. The
wireless network does not provide the same security and performance
as the wired network.
(Please note it is NOT possible at this time to print from your computer on the wireless network to a printer in your office, classroom or lab. If you need to print please use a computer connected to a hardwired connection.)
To use wireless internet access on campus, you will need
to perform these steps:
- Get a wireless card - The University is supporting a wireless
- 802.11B, 802.11G and 802.11N network. Wireless cards are now
offered as built-in options on most laptops and other mobile
devices. If you do not have this option, you can purchase one
at a local computer store.
- Configure your card - Once you purchase your card follow the
setup directions.
- Choose one of the following wireless networks and connect.
There are three unique wireless networks available:
usip-wireless: This is the standard wireless
network for casual use in all University buildings that are not
residence halls. Internet surfing and access to University websites
are permitted without any authentication.
trusted: This network provides a higher degree
of security and allows access to internal resources such as network
home shares, remote desktop and Datatel. The trusted network requires
an additional network key/password as well as registering your
wireless mac address with IT for access (contact the IT
Help Desk for assistance).
Residence Halls: This is the standard wireless
network for casual use in the residence Halls. You will need a
valid University of the Sciences username and password to access
this network through our Cisco
Clean Access system.
If you have questions, please contact the
IT Help Desk for assistance.