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Wireless Networks

  • Western-Encrypted: A secure, restricted, encrypted network that requires your Western username and password. Recommended for all uses except as described below.
  • Western-Visitors: This network serves three purposes.
    • It allows limited temporary access for visitors to campus. When they open their browser, they will have to log in, and it will allow them to have internet access for up to five days each month.
    • It gives students access to an unencrypted network for devices like game consoles, Roku, Apple TV, etc.
    • If you are a student and cannot access the encrypted network no matter what you try, you can use the visitors network. When you connect, you can open your browser, and there will be an option to log in with your student email and password. The encrypted network is more secure—this should only be a last resort for students if nothing else works.

System Requirements

Nearly all modern computers, tablets, phones and game consoles are able to connect to the network. Computers are required to have a modern operating system, be up to date with the latest security updates and have an effective antivirus installed.

IMPORTANT: Anyone using the network MUST agree to the Acceptable Use Policy or you will not be able to connect.

How to Connect:

WiFi (PCs)

WiFi (Macs)

Wired

Gaming Consoles / TVs

Finding MAC Address

Major Network “Dont’s”

We do our best to provide a free and open computing environment on campus. There are a few things that we ask you not to do, primarily because of the severe negative effect it can have on the performance and accessibility of the network. If we detect any of the situations described below (or any other situation which is causing harm or is obviously illegal), we must reserve the right to block network access until the problem is resolved.

  • Do not run a DHCP or DNS server on the campus network.
  • Do not use a wireless router on campus—it will interfere with the campus wireless and decrease performance and reliability for everyone.
  • Do not use a wireless printer on campus (see Wireless Router).
  • Do not use the campus network to share or download copyrighted material to which you do not have a legal right.

Need Help?

Click here to submit an IT work order to request further Wi-Fi assistance.