Wireless is now available throughout all campus libraries. There are separate networks available for University of Illinois affiliates and other members of the public. The following is a brief introduction to using wireless within the libraries. For further information, contact CITES at http://www.cites.illinois.edu/wireless/index.html.
You need a wireless device that is compatible with either the 802.11b, 802.11a, or 802.11g wireless networking standards.
The fastest and easiest way for campus users to connect to the UIUCnet Wireless network is to open a web browser, and enter a website address, which will be forwarded to the UIUCnet QuickConnect login. One your are authenticated with your NetID, you will be forwarded to your original web page.
UI Public Wireless Access is a CITES service designed for visitors who need wireless Internet connectivity while on campus. This service is for visitors who have no affiliation with the University. It is NOT recommended for members of the University of Illinois community. The public wiress network limits users to only a few resources,
To login, connect to the UIpublicWiFi network, open a browser, and enter a website address. You will be forwarded to the UI Public Wireless authentication site, which will require you to enter information about yourself as well as agree to certain terms of use. The University will not use your personal information for anything but replying to law enforcemnt requests. You can view the privacy information about using the network at http://www.vpaa.uillinois.edu/policies/web_privacy.cfm.
Although you can do many things using QuickConnect, the VPN is more secure and is the only way to access the full range of networking options from a wireless computer. For a more detailed explanation of the advantages of the VPN, please visit the VPN for Wireless Users page. Without the VPN, even authenticated users can only access websites, instant messaging, and email services.
If you are affiliated with the University of Illinois, you can access library resources by logging in to them through the proxy server with your NetID. If you are a public patron, you cannot access library resources through the wireless network.
If you are not affiliated with the University of Illinois, you may be able to get a short term account to access computing resources at the University. You must have a sponsor who is either a faculty, staff, or student who has to request access for you. For more information, see the CITES guest accounts page. These accounts do not include access to library resources.
Guest Net IDs provide a higher level of service than guest accounts and can include access to the Library's e-resources. Scholars visiting the Library for an extended period of time may contact the University Librarian's office regarding sponsorship for a guest Net ID. Scholars visiting other academic units on campus may work with their sponsoring departments/colleges to obtain a guest Net ID if needed.
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Last modified by: Jennifer Emanuel on 3/23/09
