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XpressConnect 4.0.x (Windows)
contains SecureW2 Enterprise Client 3.5.x

XpressConnect 4.0.x is the University's supported and recommended authentication application for accessing AirPennNet via Windows. XpressConnect embeds the supported SecureW2 Enterprise Client 4.0.x supplicant within its installation package. To connect to AirPennNet, you need a wireless device on your notebook that supports at least 802.11g (WiFi) and preferably 802.11n. Most notebook computers come equipped with this wireless capability.

Windows 7 Compatibility

XpressConnect version 4.0.x functions correctly in Windows 7.

Obtaining XpressConnect

XpressConnect is available free of charge to members of the Penn community.

From on-campus:

  1. If your notebook is within an AirPennNet service area, the AirPennNet-Help network also is available. Connect your notebook to the AirPennNet-Help SSID.
  2. Open your web browser.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install XpressConnect.

From off-campus:

  1. Download XpressConnect 4.0.x for Windows.
    Note: Internet Explorer users may need to append .msi to the filename after downloading XpressConnect to the desktop.
  2. Run the installer from the desktop and follow the on-screen prompts. You may need to restart your system to complete the installation. After completing the installation, delete the installer file from the desktop.

Documentation

The following documentation is available for this product:

Support

Primary computing support is usually located in the schools, units, and residences, close to the faculty, staff, and students being served. Contact lists are available for:

To look up your local support provider, select your University affiliation above. You also may call First Call at 215-573-4778 to request a referral if you are not sure who to contact.

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