Connecting to RUWireless using Microsoft Windows Vista
Before you can connect, your computer needs a properly installed wireless card that supports 802.11b.
The actual installation of the card is outside the scope of this document, but we recommend following
the instructions that came with the card.
If you have your computer set up for another wireless network, you should write down your existing
settings before changing them for RUWireless.
Open the Control Panel
Click on the
Start button in the lower left and select
Control Panel.
Open the Connect to the Internet link
Click on the
Connect to the Internet link under Network and Internet.
If Connect to the Internet is not one of the options click View network status and tasks.
Click disconnect to the right of Connection, then choose Connect to a network and follow the remaining steps
Choose Wireless as connection type
Click on the
Wireless icon.
Choose RUWireless from the list and click connect
If RUWireless is not listed click refresh.
Accept unsecured connection
Windows may warn you that RUWireless is an insecure network with this dialog box. Click
Connect Anyway.
You are connected to RUWireless
Click next until you see the above screen. You are ready to log in. Simply open a web browser and the login
page will appear. For a demonstration on the log in page,
click here.
If the login page does not display, also try these steps:
In the bottom righ of your screen click the wireless icon
Click on
Network and Sharing Center in the window that pops up.
Open Manage network connections
Open Wireless Network Connection
Open Properties
Select Protocal Version 4 then hit Properties
Select Protocal Version 4 then hit Properties
Ensure that
Obtain an IP address automatically and
Obtain DNS server address automatically are set and click OK.
If you still have trouble, please contact the NBCS Computing Help Desk at (732) 445-HELP.
By using RUWireless, you acknowledge that it is possible for personal information to be compromised while being transmitted. Rutgers University cannot be held responsible for any resulting loss or damages and, as such, RUWireless encourages its users to utilize secure services when accessing network resources wirelessly.
Printing to the Computer Labs
Users of RUWireless and RUWired are able to print to campus computer labs. This process requires a one-time software installation. Once installed, the user can print directly to any* campus lab and pick up the printed document using the standard procedure of swiping his or her ID card at the print release station.
Instructions for Windows
Policies and Guidelines
Use of RUWireless and RUWired is governed by the Rutgers Acceptable Use Policy, policies specific to Office of Information Technology systems and the RUWireless/RUWired Virus and Bandwidth Guidelines. By using our networks you agree to follow these policies and be responsible for any failure to do so. It is solely the user's responsibility to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the policies that are linked below.
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