Settings for Wireless Network Cards

All computers will need to have DHCP enabled and use the following SSID to connect to the SGU wireless network:

SSID: Firefly (SSID is case sensitive.)

Each manufacturer uses a custom program to set up their cards. If necessary, please consult your documentation for specifics on how to use your card.

How to enable your computer to use DHCP

Windows 2000/XP

  • Click the "Start Button" in the bottom corner on the left.
  • Point to "Settings."
  • Click "Control Panel" from the menu.
  • Click "Network and Dial-up Connections" from the "Control Panel" window in 2000 or "Network and Internet Connections" then "Network Connections" in XP.
  • 'Right Click' on your network connection. Then click "Properties."
    (NOTE: The number at the end of "Local Area Connection" will vary depending on your computer.)
  • Double click the words "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" not the checkbox.
  • Make sure that you click the buttons to select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and Obtain DNS server address automatically."
  • Click "OK"
  • Click "OK"

Windows ME/98/95/NT4

  • Click the "Start Button" in the bottom corner on the left.
  • Point to "Settings."
  • Click "Control Panel" from the menu.
  • Double click "Network" from the "Control Panel" window.
  • Double click the words "TCP/IP" not the checkbox. (If using NT4 go to the "Protocols" tab first.)
  • Make sure that you click the button to select "Obtain an IP address automatically."
  • Click "OK"
  • Click "OK"

 

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