Basic Adapter Configuration - Macintosh OS X version 10.3.9 and later

Mac OS 10.5 Upon its release, Information Systems & Computing (ISC) will support Mac OS 10.5 for its clients, including off-campus students, only on new Macintoshes that ship with Mac OS 10.5 pre-installed. ISC strongly recommends that all other users adopt a "wait and see" approach, continuing to use previous versions of the Mac OS (including Mac OS 10.3.9 and 10.4.x) until the initial bugs in Mac OS 10.5 are identified and fixed. Preliminary instructions for connecting to AirPennNet via OS 10.5 are available.

Defining multiple wireless networks

If you access multiple wireless networks, you may find it useful to create locations that contain specific configuration information for each network you use.

1. From the Apple Menu. Select Location, then System Preferences.
2. Open the "Network" pane (icon) under "Internet & Network."
3. Select "New Location" from the Location: drop down list.
4. Name your location (for example "AirPennNet"). Configuration information for AirPennNet in all areas will be identical.
   Note: Different locations may be required for access to other wireless networks on campus. Contact your Local Support Provider (view Faculty or Staff LSP list) or Information Technology Advisor (view Student ITA list) to learn how to create a discrete location for your school or center's wireless installation.
5. Set "Show:" to AirPort.
6. Set "Configure" to use DHCP Server.
7. Select "Apply Now" to save this location for your AirPort card.

Switching between wireless networks

Once you've defined discrete wireless locations, you can easily switch from network to network based on your location. To change location:

1. From the Apple Menu. Select Location.
2. Select the location you would like to use from your list of defined locations.

You may not be authorized to use some campus wireless networks even though your wireless device discovers them. Contact your Local Support Provider (view Faculty or Staff LSP list) or Information Technology Advisor (view Student ITA list) to learn how to obtain access to other wireless networks on campus.