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Wireless connectivity is usually available indoors and outdoors on campus. If you have difficulty with wireless connections, please contact Ted Froats, manager of information technology, 724-773-3566, or Eric Marts, supervisor, computer and information systems, 724-773-3569.

 

Wireless Connectivity On Campus

The wireless network can be accessed in the following buildings and should also be available outdoors near these buildings:

  • Harmony Hall Lobby
  • Brodhead Bistro
  • Gym
  • Ross Administration Building
  • Library
  • Student Union Building
  • Laboratory Classroom Building
  • General Classroom Building
  • Michael Baker Building

How to Connect to the Wireless Network

To connect to the wireless network, you'll need an 802.11b compatible wireless card and a VPN client. See the instructions below on obtaining a VPN client. The only way to connect to the Internet is through the Penn State VPN.

For Windows Computers:

  1. To download the Cisco VPN client, go to http://downloads.its.psu.edu. After logging in with your Penn State Access ID, select "Connecting to Penn State," select "VPN-Virtual Private Network," and then select the appropriate client (Windows, Macintosh, or Linux). When you get the option or "Save" or "Run," select "Run." Follow the on-screen instructions.
  2. Once you have downloaded and installed the VPN client, you can access the Internet through the wireless network.
  3. When you're sure that your wireless network adapter recognizes the wireless network, start the VPN application.
  4. If your computer doesn't recognize the wireless network, please see the documentation that came with your wireless adapter.
  5. When you start the VPN application, you'll see a list of possible connections.
  6. From this list, select "ITS Wireless at Penn State Beaver."
  7. You'll be asked to enter your Penn State access account user ID and password.
  8. When you see the small, closed lock icon in the screen's lower right corner, you'll know you're connected to the VPN.
  9. Now you can access the Internet.

For Mac or Linux Computers:

The steps are the same as those for Windows computers, except you'll choose the "Mac" or "Linux" VPN client from the downloads website.

If you have any questions or problems connecting to the wireless network, please contact Ted Froats, manager of information technology, 724-773-3566, or Eric Marts, computer specialist, 724-773-3569.

 

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