Wireless Internet Access¡ª Setting Up Your Own Wireless Network is Prohibited

ITS is responsible for coordinating Wireless Local Area Network hardware across the CU Boulder campus to ensure optimal network coverage, secure access, and general network stability. Wireless technology is easy to deploy, but is highly sensitive to overlapping frequencies. In addition, access points can act as routers or DHCP servers if configured incorrectly, which can disrupt service to other network users. For these reasons, ITS is charged with managing wireless technology on campus in a centralized fashion to ensure functionality, maximum bandwidth, and security.

ITS has installed wireless access points in many locations on campus which have been paid for with student funding; and the list of covered locations is expanding. In other locations, departments have provided funding for ITS to install permanent wireless networks in their areas. If your department is interested in getting wireless networking in your area, ITS can provide site surveys and cost estimates for a professional wireless installation which includes ongoing support and maintenance. Contact the Wireless Access Team for more information.

If you have already set up a wireless access point, it is important to contact the ITS Wireless Team because incorrectly configured access points can disrupt network services for many other campus network users. ITS will work with the access point owner to be sure it is set up correctly and does not interfere with other wired and wireless networks.