| Q:
What do I need to access the Library’s wireless network?
A: You need a wireless device. If you are
using a laptop computer, you need a wireless network card.
Some laptops come with an internal card already configured.
If you need to install a card, follow the manufacturer’s
directions.
Q: What type of network?
A: The Library’s network is an 802.11b
standard. You will need an 802.11b compatible device. Wireless
devices with 802.11g standard are backwards compatible and
should work with the Library’s network.
Q: What are the minimum requirements
for my laptop (PC and Apple)?
A: You are limited only by the wireless network
card you buy. The drivers and software to operate the card
must be compatible with your system. See the card’s
packaging and documentation for compatibility and minimum
requirements.
Q: What settings do I use?
A:
• SSID or Network Name:
the word any
• WEP: disabled IP or Network Settings: DHCP
enabled or obtain an IP address automatically
• DNS: obtain DNS address automatically
• Gateway: no default gateway set – your
card should detect it automatically
(If not detected, you
may add the Gateway 192.168.1.1, but you will have
to remove it to access other wireless networks).
• Close settings and restart computer if necessary
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Q: If there are
too many users, will I be blocked from using the wireless
network?
A: A pool of resources has been set aside
large enough to accommodate users at the library. You will
not be “blocked” from accessing the network because
of too many users.
Q: What speed is the Internet connection?
A: The Library has a T-1 (1.5Mbps) line.
However, as with any Internet connection, your speed may fluctuate
greatly due to heavy traffic on the Internet at different
times of day.
Q: From where can I access the Library’s
wireless network?
A: The network is accessible anywhere in
the library and is named according to the library name.
Q: Can I download large files?
A: The bandwidth available for the wireless
Internet connection is shared with all others in the library.
To show consideration for others’ needs, we ask that
you not download excessively large files, use peer-to-peer
file sharing programs, or access streaming audio/video.
Important notice to Wireless
users:
The Library’s
wireless network is not secure. The user is responsible for
protecting his/her wireless devices from viruses and other
Internet threats through the use of anti virus software and
personal firewall software. Such steps are highly recommended.
No such protection is offered by the library's wireless connection.
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