MCLANET Wireless Network

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Contents 1 Description 2 Coverage Map 3 MCLA Wireless Network Guides 4 MCLA Wireless Network FAQ

Description

MCLA currently maintains two wireless networks, mclanet and hotspot. You can connect to these networks using either 802.11a or 802.11b/g wireless devices. 802.11a is the preferred standard to connect with and is the most reliable on campus.

The MCLANET network is fully encrypted with the latest Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption standard. It is the optimal network to connect with. The purpose of HOTSPOT is to connect devices wirelessly that are not compatible with MCLANET encryption.

As students walk around campus they may pick up signals from other networks. These networks are not owned by MCLA, and it is not recommended that they try to connect to them.

It is also recommended that hardwire network connections should be used in residential rooms as there is no signal available in them. However, there are access points located in the lobby areas of each residential hall.

Wireless printing at designated printing stations around campus can be used from the wireless network. This essentially allows any MCLA wireless user to print from their laptop to the wireless printer stations. These printers must be configured on the user's laptop prior to use.

Coverage Map

MCLA Wireless Network Guides

• Connecting to the MCLANET wireless network
• Printing from the MCLANET wireless network
• The differences between HOTSPOT and MCLANET wireless networks
• Setup your laptop to print to a wireless printing station

MCLA Wireless Network FAQ

• How do I connect to the MCLANET wireless network?
• How do I connect my wireless device to the HOTSPOT wireless network?
• What kinds of wireless networks are available at MCLA?
• Where can I get a wireless connection on campus?
• Should I connect to HOTSPOT or MCLANET?
• How do I print when I'm on the wireless network?