How do I disable IPv6 on Mac OS X?
Description: The University has noticed that some Apple computers have experienced issues connecting reliably to the UNC wireless network.  Turning off the IPv6 protocol may reduce the occurrence of these issues.  To do so please follow the instructions based on your version of Mac OS X.  Mac OS X (10.5.x and 10.6.x) Mac OS X (10.7.x [...]
» Subjects: Networking, Software, WiFi, Wireless Networking

Connecting to the UNC Network – Step 2: Windows 7/Vista Wired Configuration
Description: Getting connected to the UNC-Chapel Hill network involves two actions: registering your network card(s) and configuring your computer for the network. If you purchased a CCI computer and attended the configuration session at CTOPS then your computer should be pre-configured and ready to plug in without following these steps. Before you can register and configure [...]
» Subjects: Connecting to the Network, Networking » Tags: networking, Windows 7

What are the UNC Wireless Networks?
Description: This is a brief description of the most common Wi-Fi Networks (SSIDs) that are seen on-campus.
» Subjects: Connecting to the Network, Networking, Wireless Networking » Tags: UNC-Guest-PSK, UNC-PSK SSID, UNC-Secure, wi-fi, wireless

Windows 8 and RT UNC Secure Configuration (Onyen Restricted)
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» Subjects: Connecting to the Network, Microsoft, Networking, Software, WiFi, Wireless Networking » Tags: wifi, Windows 8, Windows RT

What is the UNC-PSK SSID? (Onyen Restricted)
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» Subjects: Campus Information, Networking, Wireless Networking » Tags: access point, networking, pre-shared key, SSID, UNC-PSK SSID, wireless

What is the Guest Access vlan?
Description: Currently, the Guest Access vlan uses UNC-Guest SSID and is available for select 802.11 wireless locations including Athletics Pressbox, Friday Center, School of Government and Business School. Should you need access in one of these locations, please contact the appropriate IT support person at each of these locations to obtain the necessary SSID value to [...]
» Subjects: Networking, Wireless Networking » Tags: Guest Access, networking, Public Access, Tar-Heel, Tar-Heel SSID, UNC-Guest-PSK, wireless

Connecting to the UNC Network – Step 4: Mac OS X Wi-Fi (Wireless) Configuration
Description: This document will walk you through the steps of configuring your computer’s Wi-Fi connection to access the UNC Wi-Fi network. Before following the steps below, make sure your Wi-Fi card is registered and configured for DHCP. See the document Connecting to the UNC Network – Getting Started if you have not already done this. If [...]
» Subjects: Connecting to the Network, Networking, Wireless Networking » Tags: AirPort Wireless LAN Card, Internet, Macintosh, networking, wireless

Connecting to the UNC Network – Step 1 and 2: iPhone and iTouch
Description: Connecting your iPhone or iPod Touch (iTouch) to the UNC Wi-Fi Network: 1. Go to the Home screen and touch Settings. 2. Touch Wi-Fi. 3. If your Wi-Fi setting displays Off place your finger on the switch and slide it to the right to switch it to On. 4. If you’re on-campus connect to the [...]
» Subjects: Networking

What is the UNC-PSK SSID? (Onyen Restricted)
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» Subjects: Networking, WiFi

How do I get Networking and IT support in my apartment?
Description: If you live in an on-campus apartment (Baity Hill, Mason Farm, Odum Village, or Ram Village), then you are supported the same as if you were in a residence hall. There is no on-site support for off-campus apartments. If you live off-campus and need support with connecting to your network, you should contact the owner [...]
» Subjects: Networking » Tags: networking, support