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how do I connect to ResNet with wireless?

Wireless coverage, provided by Vanderbilt, is avaiable in all campus residence halls. Personal wireless access points (APs) are not allowed. Students should not bring them to campus, as personal APs can interfere with the installed wireless coverage.

For assistance configuring your computer to access the wireless network, visit the ITS wireless pages, which also include more campus coverage information. To report problems with wireless coverage contact the ITS Help Desk at (34)3-9999.

using personal entertainment devices at Vanderbilt

a note about Xbox 360, Wii, and TiVo devices

Lots of incoming students are bringing personal entertainment devices with them to Vanderbilt. Please read the tips below about using these devices on campus.

  • Wii - Your Wii will not work with Vanderbilt's wireless network. The discovery signal is too low and is interpreted as noise by Vanderbilt's wireless APs. If you want to connect to the network for Wii-sharing, downloads, etc., we recommend connecting the Wii to the wired 100Mb/s data port in your room using a wired LAN adaptor (approximately $25).
  • Xbox 360 - To access Xbox Live, we recommend connecting your Xbox to the wired 100Mb/s data port in your room. Click for Microsoft's network connection instructions.
  • TiVo - Run Tivo guided setup for your Tivo to work with Vanderbilt's analog cable TV system. See TiVo setup instructions for more information.

Important: Vanderbilt students are prohibited from setting up and using personal wireless Access Points (APs) at Vanderbilt.

where is there wireless coverage?

All residential hall areas have wireless network coverage:

  • Kissam Quad
  • Alumni Lawn
  • Carmichael Towers
  • Bransconb Quad
  • Highland Quad
  • The Commons
For a complete list of areas covered, see the ITS campus wireless LAN deployment page.

For more information on security and the wireless standard, check out the ITS wireless authentication and encryption standards page.


last modified 8/14/08


 

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