Wireless Network Coverage on Main Campus Improves

Earlier this year, the New Mexico Educators Federal Credit Union awarded a generous contribution to UNM for Information Technology Services to expand indoor and outdoor wireless coverage on Main Campus. ITS surveyed students for their priority areas for wireless networking service. Those priorities determined project phasing, and outdoor areas between the Duck Pond and the New Mexico Student Union Building have now been networked for wireless.

To learn more about the implementation, ITS invites you to visit its Web site at: Wireless Implementation.

The wireless expansion project, which will continue through August 2009, will be using the new UNM Wireless Standard, which can be found at: UNM Wireless Standards.

This standard is based on industry best practices and is designed to ensure that IT resources are effectively managed in support of the University’s mission. The intent of the standard is to protect devices connected to the UNM network and to provide a consistent experience for wireless users throughout campus.

ITS staff will work with the IT Agents from each division to ensure a smooth implementation in each area. IT Agents will become familiar with the Wireless Standard, will be provided with information to disseminate to their constituents and have agreed to work with ITS staff so that the implementation is as smooth as possible across Main Campus.

If you have any comments or concerns, contact IT Agent who represents your area.

Media Contact: Steve Carr, (505) 277-1821; e-mail: scarr@unm.edu