Wireless LAN connection for Student/Staff owned devices

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1 Wireless LAN connection for Student/Staff owned devices Apple IPAD Safari Paul Normington 27 th April, 2011 This document explains the concise steps required to connect to the Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE s wireless network using their own device with Apple IPAD and Safari. This document is a guide only.

2 Contents 1. Institute Wireless Network Disclaimer Setting up Wireless Network (GOTAFE-WLAN) Configure Proxy Settings to access Internet Fequently Asked Questions... 9 These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 2

3 1. Institute Wireless Network Disclaimer Disclaimer Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE Wireless Network Access. The Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE provides the Wireless Network as it stands and does not accept responsibility for any risks inherent with wireless network communications including interruptions, viruses, drop-outs and other harmful activities. Due to the nature of Wireless technology we do not recommend that users transmit private or sensitive information via the Wireless Network. As a user of this Wireless Network, you are solely responsible for all information you transmit. Use of the Wireless Network is subject to monitoring for security, unacceptable behaviour, as set out in the Institutes Electronic Communications Procedure for Staff and Access to Institute Computing and Communications Systems for non employees form, and/or network management reasons. Limited technical support will be provided in the form of published instructions for users to access the Wireless Network predominantly within a Windows environment. Any changes a user makes to his/her own device due to these instructions is the sole responsibility of the user and the Institute does not accept any warranty for any damage to hardware or the loss of data. Agreement By entering "I have read and agree with the Policy Above" below, you are entering into a binding agreement. These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 3

4 2. Setting up Wireless Network (GOTAFE-WLAN) These instructions have been developed with the purpose to guide all users to be able to configure their own devices to access the GOTAFE-WLAN wireless network. Within the Apple IPAD environment there are many shortcuts to services/features, if you re competent/confident within the Apple IPAD environment please feel free to apply them. This guide was tested with Apple IPAD By connecting to the GOTAFE wireless network (GOTAFE-WLAN) you acknowledge that you have read and accepted the terms of use above. 2. Log into your device and make sure your wireless network adapter is switched on. If you are unsure how to turn your network adaptor on, please refer to your devices manufacturers instructions. 3. Tap Settings. 4. In Settings, tap Wi-Fi which is located in the left hand menu. Tap GOTAFE-WLAN. 5. Enter your Username and Password. Tap Return. Note: If you are a student, the username will be your student identification number without the preceding letters for example, student ABC username will be , the password will be your date of birth in the following format ddmmyyyy eg ) These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 4

5 6. A certificate Not Verified message will appear, tap Accept. These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 5

6 3. Configure Proxy Settings to access Internet 1. From the Wi-Fi Networks, tap the blue arrow located to right of the GOTAFE-WLAN network. 2. In the HTTP Proxy section, tap Auto. 3. Tap in the URL text box and type These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 6

7 4. Tap the Wi-Fi Networks back button. 5. Click the Home button. 6. Open Safari. 7. As you start to browse the internet a proxy login box will appear. Please enter your username and password. Tap Log In when completed. 8. You re now able to browse the internet. (IMPORTANT: Please be aware that Safari caches you Proxy Username and Password with the current browser session(s). It is recommended that you close down all Safari sessions when you have finished, as this will stop other people from using your credential when browsing the internet. Refer step 8 & 9.) These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 7

8 9. To close a Safari session, Tap the browsing session icon. 10. Close all sessions. These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 8

9 4. Fequently Asked Questions 1. Where can I access wireless networking? All campuses currently have access to wireless networking connectivity is available in various locations around the campuses, within buildings and some outside areas. 2. Coverage Currently coverage maps are unavailable, in the future we are hoping to publish some form of maps to users. Wireless connection is available at all major campuses: Fryers St, Shepparton Wanganui Rd, Shepparton Docker St, Wangaratta Tone Rd, Wangaratta Barr Reserve, Wangaratta Samaria Rd, Benalla Wallis St, Seymour Mason St, Warragul Research Close, Werribee 3. Who can connect? All staff/students who have a current Active Directory user account. 4. At what distance will I receive a wireless signal? The wireless network was designed to provide coverage in buildings and some outside areas. The signal strength will be dependent on obstacles between the device and access point within the area. Another factor that can have impact is interference such as wireless handsets and microwave ovens. Access points have been positioned for best possible coverage with minimal interference. 5. Will my wireless connection be as quick as if I was connected to the physical LAN? No. 6. Will I be able to associate to a particular access point? No. The wireless client will connect to the best available signal. You may also find that when you move out of an area it will not reassociate with a closer access point, this is because it is still having a good enough connection to the original access point. 7. Supported standards a supports 54Mbps at 5GHz b supports 11Mbps at 2.4GHz (This has been turned off due to performance issues.) g supports 54Mbps at 2.4GHz n supports up to 300 Mbps at 2.4/5GHz (300 Mbps is theoretical, in testing this has not been achieved) 8. Security The GOTAFE-WLAN wireless network uses WPA2 Network Authentication and AES Data encryption to authenticate users to the Directory Services. 9. Services available On the GOTAFE-WLAN you will be able browse all public internet sites. 10. Printing Printing is currently not available. Note: It is not recommended to transmit any sensitive or private data across a wireless network. Wireless Services are only available from 6.30am pm every day. These instructions are subject to change without notice. (Updated 18 th February 2013) 9