Students, faculty and staff can access the internet using the SMC wireless network with their laptop or other wifi-enabled device. To use the network, a laptop computer must have a wireless network card or an Ethernet adapter. Wireless network coverage is available in most parts of the main campus and off-campus locations. Ethernet ports are available in the Library for users without wireless.
What you need to get connected
- You need a laptop computer or other wifi-enabled device.
- You need your SMC network username and password
- You need to login to the network (see Authentication)
- You need a wireless network card that supports the 802.11b or 802.11g protocols
Security Concerns
- Please do not leave your laptop unattended! The College is not responsible for stolen equipment.
- Please avoid extending network and electrical cables across aisles where they might be safety hazards.
Follow the Computer Use Policies
The use of the campus network at the Library requires adherence to the SMC Library Computer Use Policy and the SMC Student Computer Use Policy. Misuse of computing and network resources or non-compliance with written usage policies may result in loss of your network access via this service.
Need Help?
If you have questions please read our FAQ, use our Tech Support Chat or fill out our Problem report form and a Library staff member will contact you.
You will need to use the wireless configuration utility provided by your operating system or wireless card vendor to configure access to the wireless network. The SMC wireless network is running two SSIDs. Please select one of the following SSIDs.
SSIDs and their Security Levels
| SSID Name |
Encryption |
Security |
| smcwifi-open |
None |
None |
| smcwifi-wpa |
WPA |
Good |
Note: There are known problems with Windows 7 systems connecting to Enterprise WPA networks. We recommend users running Windows 7 connect to the smcwifi-open SSID.
- Right click on your Airport icon to see access points available.
- Choose smcwifi-open or smcwifi-wpa.
WPA is more secure but Open may be easier to setup.
Wireless Configuration for Apple iOS devices (iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad)
- From the Home screen, tap Settings, then tap Wi-Fi.
- Tap Wi-Fi and enable Wi-Fi if it is not already on.
- Tap smcwifi-wpa.
- You will be prompted to login with your SMC network username and password.
Proxy Server Settings
As of Fall 2011, SMC wireless users are no longer required to use a proxy server.
Authentication
When you first start your web browser you will be prompted to login. You must login before you can access the network. Use your SMC Student Network account username and password to login. If you do not know what your SMC Student Network username is, you can login to Corsair Connect and find that information at the bottom of the main Corsair Connect page.
You may see a Security alert. Answer Yes to the prompt, which is warning you that the security certificate was not signed by a recognized certificating authority.
Login screen for wireless network connections
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are there wireless access points at SMC?
Over 95% of the Main campus and off-campus sites have wireless coverage. Currently, there are access points at the Library, the Cayton Center, the Cafeteria, the Clocktower and Bookstore areas (outside), the Humanities and Social Sciences buildings (HSS), Drescher Hall, the Business building, at the Madison Campus, at AET, and at the Bundy campus. Several of these access points also reach some of the adjacent areas.
Where do I get a cable or a network card?
Network cards and patch cables are available at most computer retailers. The College does not provide these accessories.
Can I print from my laptop?
We currently don't have printer access available from student laptop computers. It is advised that you save your files to a memory stick or send them to yourself in email and print them from campus computers.
Who is eligible to use this service?
All currently-enrolled students, faculty and staff with a valid SMC network account are eligible to use the network ports and the wireless network at SMC.
What network services are available?
Only web access is allowed (http and https). Campus network ports and the wireless network do not allow access to any non-web services such as telnet, FTP, SMTP, POP, etc.
It doesn't work!
Try closing and restarting web browsers. Firewall or security software on your laptop can also prevent you from accessing the network. Check your network settings. Make sure you are not trying to use any non-SMC proxy server, nameserver or gateway. You may wish to consider using Library wired network connections instead of the wireless; this method can be easier to configure.
I tried all of this and it still doesn't work!
Please go to our problem report form and use our live tech support chat or our email contact form and we will help you.