This article provides a comprehensive FAQ guide to GrizzNet-Secure, Oakland University’s encrypted wireless network, including setup, access, hardware requirements, and troubleshooting tips.
Who is Eligible?
Active Faculty, staff, students, guests.
Information:
What is GrizzNet-Secure?
- GrizzNet-Secure is an encrypted wireless network available in key public locations on campus.
What kind of hardware do I need to use GrizzNet-Secure?
- To use GrizzNet-Secure, you will need a wireless network card that is 802.11b compatible. Most cards sold today work with 802.11b and are marked so on the product packaging.
Who can use GrizzNet-Secure?
- All currently enrolled students, active staff, and faculty members are allowed to use GrizzNet-Secure in the Oakland Center, Kresge Library, Dodge Hall of Engineering, and other locations.
- Students living in university housing can access their wireless network in the residence halls.
Which wireless network cards do you recommend?
- Although any 802.11b network card should function correctly on GrizzNet-Secure, we have tested wireless cards from Intel, Proxim, and Apple.
Where do I go if I need help with my wireless network card?
- The OU Help Desk, located at 202 KL, can help you if you have problems installing or using your wireless network card.
Where is GrizzNet-Secure available on campus?
- Grizznet-Secure is available in all campus buildings except for housing.
How do I start using GrizzNet-Secure?
- To start using GrizzNet-Secure, simply click on the Wi-Fi button on your desktop, and GrizzNet-Secure should pop up as an option.
- To join the network, you’ll have to enter your netid@oakland.edu for the username and your NetID password for the password.
What do I do if I start experiencing problems with GrizzNet-Secure?
- First, check to see which SSID you are connected to. The SSID is the local name of the network you are on. If you are in the residence halls, your SSID should be grizzlies.
- If you are elsewhere on campus, your SSID should be GrizzNet-Secure.
- You can check your SSID by looking at the Internet Settings on your device. Additionally, ensure you have opened a web browser and logged on to GrizzNet-Secure, as described above.
- If you continue to experience problems, please contact the OU Help Desk for additional troubleshooting.
Can I go between buildings on campus and remain on the wireless network?
- While GrizzNet-Secure is available in several buildings, you may lose connection between buildings and have to re-establish network connection if you roam between buildings.
How private is the information I send and receive on GrizzNet Secure?
- Wireless networks in their nature are not overly secure. Some applications can “sniff” wireless networks, reading data destined for other computers. As such, you should always be aware that people around you may intercept any data you send or transmit, such as Instant Messages or web pages.
- For more information, please contact the Help Desk.
Additional Support
- OU Technology Center
- 44 Oakland Center
- Rochester, MI 48309-4479
- (248) 370-4357
- Office Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm