wireless networks

OU IT strives to offer innovative, cost-effective solutions that apply the benefits of new technologies and industry best practices, such as server virtualization and infrastructure consolidation. These efforts enable us to invest in value-added campus technologies and services, such as wireless, without impacting student fees.

OU IT has improved wireless security and performance and offers two networks to meet your needs:

• OUWifi is the official wireless network for students, faculty, and staff, with full access to all Internet and OU network resources. You will want to set OUWifi as your computer's default wireless network.
  
  
• OUGuest is intended for the rest of the OU community and does not require registration; however, OUGuest limits access to OU Web services like Desire2Learn and Exchange e-mail.

PLEASE NOTE: Your computer MUST BE equipped with a wireless network adapter to connect to OU's wireless networks. Wireless adapters come standard on almost all new computers.

Connecting to the wireless network with your computer or mobile device is simple:

1. Enable your device's wireless utility (e.g. AirPort for Mac Users).
   
2. Select OUWifi or OUGuest from the list of available networks.
3. Open your web browser and start surfing!
4. If you select OUWifi, you must complete Network Registration the first time you access the Internet. Devices without web browsing software must be manually registered by calling (405) 325-HELP.

Our goals for the wireless initiative are to enhance the teaching and learning environment in a secure, seamless way and to positively impact the quality of life on campus. OU IT consults regularly with campus leaders and groups so we can more effectively and efficiently respond to the technology needs and priorities of our students, faculty, staff, and researchers.

Currently, we are focused on installing wireless in PACCR classrooms that do not yet feature wireless. What is a PACCR classroom? ... (opens new window)