's Wireless Network
- Xenia vs. 1x
- Who should use 1x
- How to connect to 1x
- How to connect to Xenia
- Wireless coverage around campus
Note: Starting in 2024, the campus network is being upgraded over a multi-year process. As our infrastructure team updates the network in each building, you’ll notice different wireless networks. “1x” is being replaced with “” in the upgraded buildings. Community members may need to connect to "1x" or "" and visitors will need to connect to "Xenia" or " Guest" depending on their location on campus.
1x/ vs. Xenia/ Guest
Those who want to use wireless at will see two networks available--"Xenia" (or " Guest" as the network gets upraded across campus) and 1x (or ""). Xenia/ Guest is an open wireless network for campus visitors (Xenia is the ancient Greek concept of hospitality, the generosity and courtesy shown to those who are far from home). 1x/ is a WPA2-encrypted network that can be used by students, staff, faculty and alumni. Guests and visitors cannot join the 1x network.
Who should use "1x" or ""
"1x" or "" can be used by all community members including students, faculty, and staff. 1x and require your Kerberos username and password each time you connect. MacOS is capable of connecting to 1x and with no additional setup; Windows, Linux, and mobile phone users may have some additional setup required to connect successfully.
How to connect to "1x" or ""
Windows users, please follow these setup instructions. To connect on your mobile device, follow these instructions for iOS and these for Android. Linux users can follow the instructions here.
- Select 1x (or ) from your list of wireless networks.
- Your machine will prompt you for your name and password.
- community members (students, faculty, staff, and alumni) can enter their Kerberos username and password. You may see a notice about the certification; you can "continue" past this.
- You should now be able to use the network.
Guests or conference attendees should use the instructions below to connect to Xenia.
How to connect to "Xenia" or " Guest"
Campus visitors including parents and prospective students can connect to the guest wireless network.
- Select Xenia (or Guest) from your list of wireless networks.
- Open a web browser and you will automatically be directed to 's network registration page.
- community members (students, faculty, staff, and alumni) can use their Kerberos credentials to log in.
- Members outside the community should click "Register as Guest" and enter a name and e-mail address or phone number. You can then log in using your e-mail address as the username, and the numerical password e-mailed/texted to that address or phone number.
- After registering, you may be warned by your browser that you're being redirected; this is normal as we redirect you to 's homepage, and you can ignore any such warning.
Wireless Coverage
Wireless is available in all buildings on campus, as well as some outdoor areas near buildings. Wireless is not generally available in larger outdoor areas. actively monitors and adjusts placement of wireless access points to fine-tune coverage on campus. Due to channel interference among other complications, users are generally not allowed to operate a personal wireless network. If you are experiencing problems with wireless coverage, please contact the CUS Help Desk (777-7525, x7525 from an on-campus phone).
Please contact the CUS Help Desk if you have any questions or problems accessing 's wireless network.