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Guests to the University campus often wish to access the network for business or personal use. For security reasons, all network access (wired or wireless) at UMD requires the user to authenticate with a user name and password. For University students, faculty and staff, this is their Internet ID and password.

Guests that do not have a University Internet ID have a number of options available for network access, based on their location.

Wireless network on campus

Authenticated wireless (802.11b or 802.11g) networking is available throughout most of the UMD main campus, excluding the residence halls and apartments. Wireless access is available to students, faculty and staff by opening a web browser and authenticating with your University Internet ID and password

For those without a University Internet ID and password, there are several options for short-term guest wireless access. Charges apply for some types of wireless access.

Short-Term Sponsored Wireless Account

University staff and faculty can request short term wireless access for University guests and visiting associates by “sponsoring” them. If you have questions about the definition of an official guest, please seek the advice of the Human Resources consultant in your department.

Short-term guest accounts expire at midnight four days after the effective date that you select. The sponsor receives an e-mail confirmation of the account activation shortly after the request is submitted. This confirmation includes the Internet ID and password that the guest can use to access the wireless network.

Cost: No cost

Signing up: Sponsor an official guest

Conference Wireless Account

Wireless accounts can be requested in batches for conferences that are being held on campus. Each non-University conference attendee is assigned a unique ID and password to access the wireless network. An effective date and expiration date are set at the time the request is made. Account IDs, passwords, and further instructions are sent to the submitter and listed contacts.

Academic Departments, Venues (such as Coffman Memorial Union, St. Paul Student Center, Continuing Education Conference Center, HHH Conference Center, and others) and Conference & Event Services can order wireless accounts for conference groups. Conference and meeting planners from outside the University should contact Conference & Event Services at uces@umn.edu or (612) 625-9090 a minimum of ten business days prior to the conference.

Cost: $10 per account per month, payable by CUFs

Signing up: Request a Conference Guest Account

Purchased Wireless Account

Individuals with no affiliation to the University may purchase access to the University's wireless network using a credit card. A unique ID and password is assigned to the user for the remainder of the day with the option of adding up to five additional days of access. Access expires at midnight.

Cost:

• Remainder of today until midnight: $5
• 1 day plus the remainder of today: $10
• 2 days plus the remainder of today: $15
• 3 days plus the remainder of today: $20
• 4 days plus the remainder of today: $25
• 5 days plus the remainder of today: $30

Signing Up: Sign up for a self-sponsored account, or follow the appropriate link on the University's wireless login page. (This login page appears when your computer is in range and connected to the "UMD Wireless" network, and you launch a Web browser.)

Full information on the various guest wireless accounts and fees is available at:

• Sponsored and Short-Term Wireless Network Access.

Classrooms

Wired: Authenticated jacks are available in each classroom on campus (requires the user to enter a University Internet ID and password to access the network). Visiting instructors or guests should consult with their sponsoring department if network access is needed.

Wireless: Authenticated wireless access is available in all classrooms on campus. For details on guest wireless access, see: Access to the wireless network.

Ballroom, Garden Room, and The Rafters

These common areas are frequently used for meetings where our customers wish to have Internet access.

Wireless: Authenticated wireless access is available in all three areas (Ballroom, Garden Room, and the Rafters). For details on guest access options, see: Access to the wireless network.

Wired: Authenticated jacks are available in all three areas (Ballroom, Garden Room, and the Rafters). These connections require the customer to enter a University Internet ID and password to gain access to the network. For details on guest wireless access, see: Access to the wireless network.

Kirby Ballroom (also referred to as Ballroom A, Ballroom B, and Ballroom C)

KSC 310: Jacks labeled: A4 B1 C1

KSC 310A: Jacks labled: A1 B1

KSC 310C: Jacks labeled: A1 B1

Garden Room

KSC 326: Jack labled: A1

Meeting Room

KSC 355: Jack labled: A1

Rafters

KSC 380: Jack labled: C1

Library

The majority of the computers in the library require authentication with a University Internet ID and password to use.

However, a limited number of computers are configured and labeled for community users as well as students, on a first come first served basis. For details, see: Access to Computers in the Library.

Summer Residents (residence halls and apartments)

Wired Internet Service

All rooms are wired with Ethernet jacks for broadband Internet service. You will need an RJ45 Ethernet (TPE) cable (available for purchase at the Computer Corner). For full access, you must also register your computer with ITSS in one of the following ways:

Students with current University Internet ID (enrolled in Summer session):

1. Open a web browser and go to ResNet Registration.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. When prompted, enter your University Internet (email) ID and password.

Summer residents without a University Internet ID:

1. Call x8847 or visit Kplz 386 to request service. For faster service, bring your laptop with you.
2. Pay the $40 service fee (cash or check only).
3. ITSS staff will assist in registering your computer.

Wireless Internet Service

Currently, we do not offer wireless access in the residence hall rooms. Please note that University policy prohibits adding personal wireless hubs to the UMD network.

However, wireless network access is available on campus and in the following common areas of the residence halls (you must register for full access):

• Burntside Hall 16
• Burntside Hall 100
• Goldfine Hall 121
• Griggs Hall 106
• Griggs Hall PQ
• Haney Hall 210
• Haney Hall Service Center 114
• Junction Apartments-Cuyuna 141
• Junction Apartments-Mesabi 253
• Lake Superior Hall 85
• Lake Superior Hall 117
• Oakland Apartments-Oak 310
• Oakland Apartments-Balsam 107
• Oakland Apartments-Basswood 322
• Stadium Apartmnets-Bldg1630 200
• Stadium Apartments-Bldg1530 200
• Stadium Apartments-Bldg1430 200
• Vermilion Hall 102

Students with current University Internet ID (enrolled in Summer session):

1. Open a web browser. The UMDNet Authentication page should be displayed.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. When prompted, enter your University Internet (email) ID and password.

Summer residents without a University Internet ID:

Guests can purchase temporary wireless access. For rates and details, see: Purchase Wireless Access

Modem (dial-up) access

The phone lines in the residence hall are analog phone lines and can be used for dial-up (modem) Internet access.

Students with current University Internet ID (enrolled in Summer session):

UMD supports a modem pool that provides dial-in access to the UMD network for all students, faculty and staff. Once connected, users can access most of the same services that available from on campus, such as email, Internet access, Library resources and Samba services. For details, see: Dial-up (modem) Access.

Summer residents without a University Internet ID:

Summer Residents who are already Internet subscribers (AOL, MSN, etc) and have a phone modem connection can plug into the existing phone jack in their residence and continue to use their current Internet Service Provider (ISP). You must re-configure your computer's communication software to recognize your new phone number. Questions regarding modem connections should be directed to the Technical Support for your ISP. For your convenience, we have listed a few of these numbers below:

ISP	Technical Support
AOL:	1-800-827-6364
PeoplePC:	1-900-285-8333
NetZero:	1-877-912-5866 (service charge of $1.95/minute)
Earthlink:	1-888-327-8454
AT&T:	1-800-288-2020
MSN:	1-877-564-6676