Wireless Network Overview and Support Policy
Background:
Use of SVSU’s wireless network is subject to the policy restrictions laid out in the University’s Internet, Electronic Communications, and Computing Resources Acceptable Use Policy (Operations Manual 4.6-1).
Support:
Service on the wireless network is not considered mission critical due to the number of wired ports and open lab computers available on campus. Any problems on the wireless network will be dealt with on a “time available” basis.
Service Areas:
Campus
Residential
Technical & Security Notes:
You will have to login every time you use the wireless network (authentication).
The wireless network requires WPA security on all antennas. The intent is to provide complete security for your ID and password.Instructions on how to implement WPA security on your laptop.
Note that this is not a perfect solution. Once CISCO solves some software bugs on its antennas, we will begin broadcasting two SSIDs. One will simply inform you of the security requirement and provides access to just the security documentation URL. The second will be the secure access to the campus network.
All wireless devices will register to Campus Manager just as if they were on the ResNet (SVSU's data network for the Residence Halls).
All wireless service areas are 802.11b (6Mbps).
Need Help?
If you need help setting up your laptop to connect to the wireless hotspots, ITS has two locations where yu can get walk in help: Support Locatons.
Vista Setup Instructions
To access SVSU's wireless network with a laptop running the Vista operating system, click on: Vista Setup Instructions.
Personal Antennas in Offices:
You may install personal antennas in University offices and in ResNet if you comply with certain limitations.
If you have general comments regarding the wireless network or its policies, Please e-mail them to Ken.Schindler(at)svsu.edu.