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Wireless Service FAQ
How fast is the wireless network?
The speed depends on several factors, including your physical distance from our wireless access points, the type of building materials (walls, doors, floors) between the access point and your computer, and the type of wireless service you use. ITI supports 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a wherever wireless access is present. Most new computers support these new high-speed standards. Is the wireless network secure?
The BYU-Hawaii wireless network does not implement encryption. Therefore, traffic you send or receive may be seen by others using the network, especially those in your vicinity. We strongly recommend you use encrypted communications, such as HTTPS, secure IMAP, and secure FTP to prevent eavesdropping. Do you have recommendations about wireless network adapters or other wireless equipment?
We do not have specific vendor recommendations, however, wireless adapters and similar equipment are available from most electronics stores. Can I install my own wireless access point on campus?
Due to the potential interference with the campus wireless network, as well as the possible security exposures that can result from personally installed wireless access points, we strongly discourage the use of personal access points on campus. This includes wireless routers, wireless bridges and similar products. Furthermore, if configured improperly such devices can disrupt network connections for other users on both the wired and wireless networks. When we locate such misconfigured devices, we will remove them from the network until the problems have been resolved. Caution: If you are using a wireless router, router, switch or hub (such as those made by Linksys, Netgear or D-Link), that contains WAN and LAN port(s), you should connect the WAN port to the campus network. How can I request additional wireless coverage in my building?
If you would like to request additional coverage, please submit a request to the ITO Help Desk. I have guests coming to campus who would like wireless access. What do they need to do?
Initial login to the wireless network requires a CESNetID and password. If you are not associated with BYU-Hawaii, guests are able to login using the guest access. |