Knowledge Base
There is no public wireless available in residential halls. When desiring a wireless network in a residence hall students can set up their own device. In order to facilitate support of these devices we encourage and recommend students use the following models. We cannot guarantee complete support for these devices but will be able to better troubleshoot as needed if the models listed below are used.
Router--Linksys WRT54G
| Manufacturer |
Linksys |
| Make/Model |
WRT54G |
| Data Speed |
Up to 54 Mbps |
| Security/Encryption |
128 Bit WEP |
| Requirements |
PC (200MHz or Faster) with 64 MB RM, IE 4.0/Netscape 4.7 or higher |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and Mac OSX |
| Power |
via included power adapter |
Installation and Configuration Instructions
Before setting up the Linksys WRT54G Router, you must complete SelfReg by clicking here.
Physical Setup
- Plug the device into an electrical wall socket
- Plug an ethernet cord from the computer to one of the numbered ports on the router (NOT the Internet port)
Software Configuration
Apple Router--Airport Express Base Station with AirTunes
| Manufacturer |
Apple |
| Make/Model |
Airport Express Base Station with AirTunes |
| Data Speed |
Up to 54 Mbps |
| Security/Encryption |
128 Bit WEP |
| Requirements |
AirPort or Airport-Extreme enabled computer, iTunes 4.6 or later, WiFi certified 802.11b or 802.11g PC |
| OS Compatibility |
Mac OSX v.10.3 or later, Windows 2000/XP |
| Power |
100-240V AC, 50-60Hz, Input Current: 0.2 Amps |
Installation and Configuration Instructions
Before setting up the Airport Express Base Station with AirTunes, you must you must complete SelfReg by clicking here.
Physical Setup
- Plug the device into an electrical wall socket
Software Configuration
Desktop Adapter--Linksys WMP54G
| Manufacturer |
Linksys |
| Make/Model |
WMP54G |
| Internal/External? |
Internal PCI Card with External Antenna |
| Desktop/Laptop> |
Desktop |
| Data Speed |
Up to 54 Mbps |
| Security/Encryption |
64 Bit and 128 Bit WEP |
| Requirements |
64 MB RAM, available PCI slot, CD-ROM drive |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 98/Me/2000/XP |
| Power |
3.3v bus powered |
Installation and Configuration Instructions
Physical installation instructions can be found online for different computer models. Otherwise, follow the instructions provided in the manual accompanying the device. However, if you run into any difficulties we will attempt to assist you in following the instructions in the manual.
This adapter will only allow your computer to access a wireless network, and will not create one for you to connect to. You will still need a wireless router in order to set up a wireless network.
ResNet does not offer hardware support and cannot physically install your network device, however we will offer as much phone support as we can during the installation process.
Laptop Adapter--Linksys WPC54G
| Manufacturer |
Linksys |
| Make/Model |
WPC54G |
| Internal/External? |
External PCI Card |
| Desktop/Laptop> |
Laptop |
| Data Speed |
Up to 54 Mbps |
| Security/Encryption |
64 Bit and 128 Bit WEP |
| Requirements |
200 Mhz or better processor, 64 MB RAM, available CardBus Slot, CD-ROM drive |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 98/Me/2000/XP |
| Power |
3.3v bus powered |
Installation and Configuration Instructions
Physical installation instructions can be found online for different computer models. Otherwise, follow the instructions provided in the manual accompanying the device. However, if you run into any difficulties we will attempt to assist you in following the instructions in the manual.
This adapter will only allow your computer to access a wireless network, and will not create one for you to connect to. You will still need a wireless router in order to set up a wireless network.
ResNet does not offer hardware support and cannot physically install your network device, however we will offer as much phone support as we can during the installation process.
Apple Adapter--Apple Extreme Card
| Manufacturer |
Apple |
| Make/Model |
Airport Extreme Card |
| Internal/External? |
Internal PCI Card |
| Desktop/Laptop> |
Power Mac G5, Power Mac G4 (FW 800/12-inch/12-inch DVI/12-inch FW 800), iMac, iBook G4, eMac (ATI Graphics/USB 2.0) |
| Data Speed |
Up to 54 Mbps |
| Security/Encryption |
WEP and WPA |
| Requirements |
Airport Extreme Base Station, AirPort Admin Utility 3.1.1 or later |
| OS Compatibility |
OS X.2.7 or later, Windows 98/Me/2000/XP |
| Power |
3.3v bus powered |
Installation and Configuration Instructions
This adapter is only capable of being installed into Power Mac G5, Power Mac G4 (FW 800/12-inch/12-inch DVI/12-inch FW 800), iMac, iBook G4, and eMac (ATI Graphics/USB 2.0) computers. Physical installation instructions can be found online for the individual models listed above. Otherwise, follow the instructions provided in the manual accompanying the device. However, if you run into any difficulties we will attempt to assist you in following the instructions in the manual.
This adapter will only allow your computer to access a wireless network, and will not create one for you to connect to. You will still need a wireless router in order to set up a wireless network.
ResNet does not offer hardware support and cannot physically install your network device, however we will offer as much phone support as we can during the installation process.
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