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Before you submit a problem report to our technicians, please take
the time to browse through this FAQ in order to resolve your problem.
Does Villanova support MAC Wireless Clients?
No, Villanova does not Officially support MAC wireless, but has setup instructions on how to set up wireless on your
MAC.
What is the maximum number of characters I can use for
my Wireless Password (LDAP - same as email)
The limit for any password for your Wireless Login, which syncs
with your email password is 16 characters. If your password is
longer then 16 characters you will need to limit it down.
Click here to change your Wireless/Email password.
How do I get wireless if I do not have a preconfigured
Dell?
First you will need to
purchase the necessary components for wireless. Next
you will need to follow the instructions for
setting up wireless.
What do I need and how much
will it cost me?
Check out the
requirements page for more
information.
Where do I get drivers?
You will need to
download the driver files to your
computer for network card installation.
Where is wireless available on campus?
At this time, wireless is provided in the following
access
points.
Can I go to another building to use the wireless
connection?
Yes, your wireless network card will recognize the
signal when you enter the Wireless area.
What kind of encryption is required?
Villanova's Wireless network uses EAP-TTLS with
dynamic WEP keys.
What is the wireless networking standard?
IEEE 802.11a/b/g, though 802.11g is not available at
all campus wireless locations.
What can cause interference with my wireless
connection?
Wireless signals can be interrupted by a number of
different devices. Cordless 2.4MHz phones may cause
severe interference as well as microwave ovens and high
voltage audio speakers.
These devices may cause
interference without being present in the specific room
where the wireless connection resides. Using personal
wireless access points, gateways or routers are another
major cause of interference. These devices often operate
at the same frequencies as the campus wireless system,
which can cause slowness or disconnections, so it is
best not to use
them.
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