Lobo-WiFi

UNM's Wireless Network

Limited Wireless Network Capacity Statement

Read the Wireless FAQ before you connect to the wireless network.

Connect to Lobo-WiFi

Whether your wireless capable computer, PDA, or other device auto detects an available network or it must be manually configured to join an available network, you can select an available UNM wireless connection — technically known as Service Set IDentifier (SSID) — to join.

Currently, there are two wireless connections (SSIDs):

• Lobo-WiFi allows Web browsing (both http and https) access for IT-supported VPN clients, DNS and DHCP services, as well as secure email.

• The Lobo-Sec connection is a secure and encrypted wireless network. In addition to being redirected to a Web page for authentication, Lobo-Sec will require additional configuration for Windows and for Macintosh.

Read UNM's Wireless Standard (Office of the CIO).

Register a Non-IT Supported Wireless Network

Wireless Quickstart

Where are IT-supported wireless networks located?

Most buildings and some open areas on the UNM Main campus have wireless access. See the sidebar on the right for building list and Fast Info.
Campus coverage map available also.

What do I need to connect to the wireless network?

A desktop or laptop computer equipped with a wireless network card.

Where can I get a wireless network card?

You can purchase the preferred Cisco wireless network card at the Bookstore.

I already have a wireless network card, but not a Cisco card, will my card work?

Most 802.11g and 802.11b wireless cards will work. In some cases, both the "g" and "b" cards may require a firmware update available from the manufacturer's web site. The Macintosh AirPort Extreme / AirPort card is compatible with the IT-supported wireless network. Check for available AirPort card firmware updates with Mac's Software Update utility.

Help!

If you have questions or, you need help connecting to UNM Wireless, get help at the nearest IT computing pod or visit IT Customer Support Services or call 277.5757.

Find additional help at Fast Info.

The 2007-2008 expansion of UNM Wireless is possible in part thanks to a generous donation from New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union.