OSU has a variety of wireless networks depending on the audience and their need. Generally, we recommend that students use the OSU_Secure network when on campus.
Information Services advises students purchasing laptops and tablets to purchase a device with a dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) wireless adapter so that they are able to access the network at the higher speed 5 GHz band.
Please consult the OSU Computer Helpdesk if you have questions about purchasing or upgrading equipment that lets you access the high-speed network.
To connect to an OSU wireless network, the device should first be registered to Maintain (link opens in new window). Maintain is a network management software that registers users onto the wireless network on campus. Then you'll be ready to connect.
If you live in a dorm on campus, you'll be able to use the ResNet wireless network (in addition to the wired ResNet network). And all persons who have an ONID account may access the OSU_Secure wireless network throughout campus.
OSU_Secure is an option for those on campus who require data encryption while accessing the Internet. It uses a 48-bit initialization vector and a 128-bit encryption key and utilizes Temporary Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) to achieve security.
We strongly recommend that you connect to the Internet using a secure connection, even if you just plan to hang out on Facebook for a bit.
For complete instructions, please see the OSU_Secure helpdoc (scroll down the page for the list of supported operating systems and links to specific setup instructions).
