Computer Requirements for Wireless Access

Your laptop must meet minimum requirements and be equipped with a network-compatible wireless card to connect to the "Northwestern" wireless network.

If your laptop does not meet current wireless hardware requirements, you can continue to access the "nuwlan" wireless network using VPN.

Requirements

Windows
Operating system	Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2
Update	From Windows: Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2)/ Wireless Provisioning Services Information Element (WPS IE) Update
Wireless card	802.11b/g card that supports 802.1.X/WPA2
Notes	Some laptops do not support WPA2, and new laptops may require an update of your wireless card drivers, an add-on card, or adapter. Contact your vendor to determine 802.1X/WPA2 compatibility.

Macintosh
Operating system	Mac OS X 10.3.3-10.3.9, or Mac OS X 10.4.2
Update	AirPort 4.2 drivers: AirPort drivers for OS X 10.3.3-10.3.9
Notes	Older 802.11b-only AirPort cards are not compatible with 802.1.X/WPA2.

NUIT Support Center

Central helpdesk for faculty, staff, and students.
847-491-HELP (4357)
consultant@northwestern.edu