Duquesne University continues to implement wireless services across several areas of the University campus to promote the ease of mobile computing. This service allows all of the University community to gain entry to the campus-wide network from wireless-enabled computers where coverage is available.

The DuqNet wireless network implements WPA2-Enterprise security and therefore some computers will not be able to connect to DuqNet without a hardware or software upgrade. If your laptop is less that two years old, you should be able to configure it for DuqNet. Sometimes it is only necessary to download and install the newest driver for your wireless network card. Some older wireless network cards do not support WPA2 security and you will have to purchase a new one. Please contact the CTS Help Desk if you have questions with the wireless setup or wireless connection (412.396.4357). Also see the Frequently Asked Questions section to this page.

DuqNet (Wireless Network) Setup Instructions

Please read these steps carefully and follow them in order to configure your laptop for DuqNet:

• All software upgrades must be complete before configuring your laptop for DuqNet. You will need to utilize alternate Internet access (e.g. your home) to download any software upgrades on to your laptop.
  
  
• Read Duquesne's Wireless Airspace Policy
  
  
• Initialize your MultiPass account You will need this password to setup and use your wireless connection.

  • Click the link for: Initialize MultiPass Account.
  • Follow the on-screen prompts to create your password.
  • Note: This password will expire in 4 months and you will have to visit www.duq.edu/multipass to unlock it and/or reset it. You will then need to reconfigure your connection using the following instructions.
    
    
• Configure your laptop. Follow the step by step instructions from CTS for configuring Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac OSX for DuqNet.
  
  
• Problems? Follow the link below to check the compatibility of your wireless network card with the WPA2-Enterprise standard.

  http://certifications.wi-fi.org/wbcs_certified_products.php

• If your laptop's wireless card is not on this list, you will not be able to connect to DuqNet.
  
• If you need a new wireless card, you can visit the DU Computer Store located inside the Student Union to purchase one. Or call them at 412.396.5645.
  
  
• Please contact the CTS Help Desk if you have questions with the wireless setup or the wireless connection (412.396.4357).

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas are covered by the wireless network?

DuqNet (the wireless network) covers the whole Law School building. You should get a good signal in every classroom, the student lounge, and the law library.

How do you sign-up for wireless networking?

You sign-up and configure your laptop using the instructions detailed above.

How much I will be charged for wireless access?

Access to the wireless network at the Law School is free for DU Law School students.

How long I will be able to access the wireless network?

Registered Law School students will be permitted to use DuqNet for as long as they are regular students. You will be able to use your laptop during the breaks between semesters.

After you graduate or if you leave the Law School, your computer will be removed from the wireless network.

What if my MultiPass password changes?

Every time your MultiPass password changes, you will have to reconfigure your laptop for the wireless network. You should follow the same steps as for the initial setup.

What if I buy a new laptop during the school year?

If you purchase a new laptop or if you replace the wireless network card, you will have to configure it for DuqNet as you did for the initial setup.

Do you have wired network outlets available for use?

There are a limited number of carrels and tables on the first and ground floors of the law library that are equipped with active network outlets. If you have a laptop computer with a network card (built-in or PC card) then you can have your computer configured for the campus network. Please contact Milan Komljenovic, 412.396.5533, komljeno@duq.edu) to have your laptop registered and configured for the wired network.

Need additional information?

If you need any additional information about the wireless network at the Law School, please contact Milan Komljenovic, Manager of Information Technology in Room 128 (phone 412.396.5533, email: komljeno@duq.edu).