The Grizzlies wireless network is an un-encrypted wireless network that is available in all Campus Housing buildings.Access to this wireless network is available to all University students, faculty and staff. Being a resident of campus housing is not required.
Who is Eligible?
Active Faculty, Staff or Students
General Information
Oakland University provides the internal network with a next-generation firewall, but personal anti-virus software is not provided to students. University Housing highly recommends that you install and maintain security software on your computer. If you need recommendations for this type of program, technicians at the University Housing Technology Helpdesk will be able to provide you with suggestions for both free and paid-for options. Students should also keep their operating systems up-to-date with the latest patches and hardware drivers.
Any device that connects to OU’s network must be registered with our Clearpass registration system using a valid OU ADMNET username and password.There are no limits to the number of devices you can register, but students are responsible for any network activity that occurs on these devices, regardless of who is using them.
All of the residence halls and student apartments have access to the University Housing wireless network. All of our Aruba wireless access points are 802.11ac capable and broadcast in both the 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz frequencies. Due to the technological limitations of 2.4Ghz wireless networks, it is highly recommended that students connect with an 802.11ac adapter for their wireless devices in order to take advantage of the performance benefits of the 5Ghz wireless technology. OU cannot guarantee reliable and consistent service on the 2.4Ghz WiFi network.
The network name (SSID) for all of the University Housing Wireless Network is: grizzlies.
If you are living in a room that contains wireless network equipment (i.e., a wireless access point) please be advised you are prohibited from tampering with the device in any way. Students who are found to be tampering with wireless equipment will be held responsible for any damage to the unit, and will face disciplinary action.
Wireless streaming from “device to device” for most multimedia services (such as Chromecast devices) is unavailable over the wireless network. If you are unsure whether your device will stream on the wireless network, please contact the University Housing Technology Helpdesk for more information.
1 and 2 mbps data rates are disabled on the University Housing wireless network to promote faster network speeds for all users. Any devices that require these data rates to connect to a wireless network will be unable to do so. This includes the Nintendo Wii; however, there are several inexpensive adapters for the Wii system that will allow the Wii to connect to the networks wired ports, where available.
Students may not change the existing Internet service package by purchasing and installing any broadband Internet services in their rooms, as it violates Oakland University’s network usage policies. Violation of this policy will result in judicial action.
If at any time you are experiencing trouble with your network connection in the residence halls or student apartments, please contact the Housing Technology Helpdesk. The Helpdesk is located in 423 Hamlin Hall and can be reached at (248) 370-2534 or wireless@oakland.edu.