Wireless Without VPN: Upgrade to the Northwestern Network
March 2007
If you are a campus wireless user, did you know that you can get more convenient and secure access every time you connect?
Wireless access without a VPN login is available from the upgraded "Northwestern" wireless network for a quick, automatic connection. It is easy to move your connection from "nuwlan" to "Northwestern" — just follow the instructions on the NUIT Web site: set up wireless for Windows, or set up wireless for Mac.
It is essential that all users upgrade to "Northwestern," as soon as possible. This July, the "nuwlan" connection you may be using will no longer appear as an available network. If your computer is unable to connect to "Northwestern" due to hardware limitations, you will still be able to configure a connection to "nuwlan".
To connect to "Northwestern," your laptop must comply with the network's updated technical standards, 802.1X and WPA2. These standards provide more efficient security for network connections, data, and access control. If you cannot connect with the instructions provided, contact your laptop vendor to check compatibility with 802.1X/WPA2.
If you have questions about configuring your laptop, contact the NUIT Support Center at 847-491-HELP (4357) or consultant@northwestern.edu.
