Wireless Refresh
In Fall 2007, Information Technology Services (ITS) began evaluating a number of wireless product lines with the intent of refreshing the existing, aging Cisco wireless infrastructure and access points. After an extensive evaluation, ITS selected Aruba Networks as the preferred vendor to meet UNCG's wireless network requirements most effectively at the best price. Upgrading the campus wireless network allows ITS to design a long-term sustainable wireless network that operates as efficiently and cost effectively as possible.
UNCG Locations with Wireless Service
In November 2007, ITS developed a deployment strategy based on funding projected to be available through the 2007-2008 Fiscal Year. All academic and a few administrative buildings received new equipment in March through June 2008. Equipment that provides wireless service to common areas of the residence halls was upgraded in July and August 2008. For a complete list, please see UNCG locations with wireless service (PDF: requires a reader such as Adobe Reader).
Remaining buildings will be scheduled as funding becomes available. Ultimately, the wireless network will be expanded to provide ubiquitous, full campus coverage.
Wireless Networks
The current wireless service presents two SSIDs:
- UNCG-FacultyStaffStudent
This network provides secure encryption with no bandwidth restrictions and no firewall restrictions beyond those already in place for security purposes on the wired network; access is available to the same set of services as the current wired network. To obtain access to this encrypted network, wireless clients will be required to configure their laptops for 802.1X authentication. ITS has developed sets of instructions to help you configure your computer for wireless service: Wireless Access Configuration. - UNCG-Visitor
This SSID is available as a self-service wireless profile for visitors to the UNCG campus. This is an open, unsecured network with bandwidth restrictions of 768 Kbps. Access is restricted to basic Internet use only. Access is denied to any sensitive UNCG systems.
Wireless Support
- Wireless Access Configuration
Read our documentation on how to configure your laptop for wireless service.
- Getting Help
If you need additional help configuring your laptop, ITS offers assistance.