Knowledge Base

• Network
• Recommended Wireless Equipment

  The coverage area is growing rather quickly, and already includes many classroom locations, dining halls, and other areas including Wilbur Cross and the Student Union. To get a complete listing of current hot spots in your area of campus, click here.

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  How to Access UConn Wireless Network

  To Configure Your Wireless Card:

• Right click on your wireless connection and select properties.
• Click on the Wireless Networks Tab.
• Make sure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings option is checked.
• Click on the View Wireless Networks button.
• Depending on which operating system you are using, select the UCONN-PUBLIC network and click connect.

To Connect to the Network:

• Attempt to navigate to a webpage, such as google.com. You will be redirected to a wireless gateway authentication page.
• Enter your Net ID and password in the login fields and you should be on your way to accessing the internet.

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Recommended Equipment to Use Wireless Internet In Dorms

• Router
  • Linksys WRT54G (Recommended for PCs)
  • Apple Airport Express Base Station (Recommended for Apple)
• Adapter
  • Linksys WMP54G (Desktop)
  • Linksys WPC54G (Laptop)
  • Apple Extreme Card (Apple Desktop)