Wireless

Wireless Network

Wireless technology brings mobility to the workplace and the academic life of Fordham University faculty, staff and students. Our goal is to provide ubiquitous computing to the user community on each campus.

The Fordham wireless LAN service utilizes the 802.11B/G wireless LAN standard and can be accessed from any mobile computing device equipped with a wireless LAN adapter that states its compliance with the WiFi Ethernet standard.

For additional information, please see the Wireless Frequently Asked Questions.

Note:
By accessing the University Wireless Network, users hereby agree that they have read and accept both the Information Technology Policy Statement and the Wireless Policy Statement.

Wireless Network Performance

Current wireless technology does not provide dedicated bandwidth per machine as do switched wire networks. The bandwidth available will vary as a function of the number of users in a given coverage area and the distance from access points. For these reasons we stress that while providing mobility, wireless networks do not currently provide performance on par with the wired network.

While working in wireless mode, you will be able to move between coverage areas in each building. You will lose and gain connectivity as you move between Access Points. Moving between buildings may necessitate rebooting your machine.

Wireless Access Points

The access coverage chart is continually updated as new Access Points are deployed throughout the university. See Access Points for coverage areas.

Wireless Network Security

Use of the wireless network requires authentication using your Fordham University (web) e-mail username and password. In addition, you will need to comply with the same Network Security Procedure which exists in each residence hall.

If you are not familiar with this procedure, please visit the University Network Security page for additional information.

For additional assistance please call the University Help Desk 718-817-3999, Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.