Wireless

Biola’s wireless network is available in two different flavors: BiolaGUEST and BiolaSECURE.AC. Both networks are built on advanced Cisco wireless technology for increased reliability, manageability and security. The map below shows the current wireless coverage across campus, but we are constantly adding more wireless access points to increase the wireless coverage area. Full coverage was extended to Sigma Chi, Stewart Hall and the Cafe in the spring/summer of 2008, and we will continue to expand wireless coverage in the 2008/2009 school year.

BiolaSECURE.AC

The BiolaSECURE.AC network encrypts all network traffic using WPA2, providing the same security as a wired ethernet port. It is also covered by Clean Access, providing protection from infected computers on the network.

Wireless configuration is now easier with the new implementation of XpressConnect, an application that automates the wireless setup process. Once the setup is complete, connecting to BiolaSECURE.AC will be as easy as any other wireless network you have used. If you do not have the time or simply do not want to go through the setup process, the BiolaGUEST wireless network is available for quick internet access where no special setup is required. However, keep in mind that BiolaGUEST is subject to the limitations mentioned below.

BiolaGUEST

We also provide limited wireless services to on-campus guests without requiring authentication or extra software. Connecting to BiolaGUEST works the same as connecting to any other open wireless network. However, BiolaGUEST lacks the high level of security and protection of the BiolaSECURE.AC network.

BiolaGUEST only allows access to these types of service:

FirstClass (BUBBS) access
Unencrypted (http) and encrypted (https) web traffic
Virtual Private Network (VPN) traffic

BiolaGUEST has these additional limitations:

Bandwidth limit of 256kbps download and 128kbps upload speeds
2 hour session limit
Network traffic is not encrypted
No Clean Access protection