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Computer Services: Wireless Network

The Law School wireless network is based on the Aironet 350 series of wireless LAN (WLAN) products. The network provides access to the Internet from laptops with speeds that are comparable to our wired lab computers.

Coverage * Connecting via 802.1x * Connecting via VPN * Printing * Assistance

Wireless network access is available throughout most of the Law Tower and in the Law Annex. In addition you can access the wireless network from outside the tower on the patio located off the first floor and in the area outside the main entrance on the ground floor.

Connecting via 802.1x (most users)

The Office of Systems and Technology recommends that most users connect to the BU wireless network using 802.1X authentication. Users with older computers may need to use VPN software to connect.

For information on configuring your computer to use 802.1x wireless, please follow the appropriate instructions for your operating system:

Windows Vista wireless configuration
Windows XP wireless configuration
Mac OS X wireless configuration

The IT Help Center page on connecting to the BU network using 802.1x authentication also provides configuration instructions for various mobile devices.

Connecting via VPN

Users with computers unable to connect via 802.1x authentication will need to first download the VPN client, then configure their computers to use VPN to connect to the wireless network. The IT Help Center provides detailed information on Connecting to the BU Network using the Cisco VPN.

Printing

In order to print from your laptop you will need to configure or install the appropriate printers.

• MyPrint: This page lists information on how to use MyPrint with various operating systems and includes instructions on how to install the printers. We recommend that you select double-sided printing whenever possible to maximize your MyPrint allotment.
• Library printers: The Office of Systems & Technology (SysTech) has provided the following information for the copy card printers
  • Windows users: Add Library Card Printing (automated setup)
  • MAC users: Instructions will be available soon

Assistance

Wireless configuration assistance is available in the SysTech Office, room 1770 Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.