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Wireless Networking @ Sewanee

Wireless Access Point Locations

Sewanee's public wireless access points are listed below.  Public areas with wireless access should have a sign with the Sewanee "Wireless Zone" logo displayed. 

Locations Currently Providing Wireless Access

• Stirling's Coffee House

• McClurg Dining Hall

• duPont Library

• BC Large Lounge

• BC Pub

• Hamilton Hall

• Cravens

Factors Affecting Wireless Access

Please be aware that many factors can affect wireless access.  Wireless data networks, like Sewanee's, that use the 802.11b standard, operate in the 2.4GHz frequency band.  Walls and obstacles can limit operating ranges and prevent users from connecting to the wireless network.  Signals generally will not penetrate metal or concrete walls.  Even trees and leaves can partially or entirely block a signal. 

Other factors that reduce range and affect coverage area include metal studs in walls, concrete fiberboard walls, aluminum siding, foil-backed insulation inside walls or beneath siding, pipes and electrical wiring, and furniture. 

Potential sources of interference include other wireless equipment such as 2.4GHz cordless phones, microwaves, Bluetooth wireless, some wireless cameras, radio transmitters, and other electrical equipment.

Please note that since your wireless card tends to draw a lot of power from your computer, wireless access could be limited with low wattage hardware and conservative Power Saver settings.

  • Introduction

  • Requirements

  • Wireless Access Points

  • Wireless FAQ

  • Wireless Policy

  • PC Checkout Policy

Look for this sign...

...indicating you have entered one of the many wireless zones on campus.