Campus Wireless/Wi-Fi Access information
Last Updated: June 30, 2023 2:36:18 PM PDT
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Find out how to get access to wireless/Wi-Fi network on campus.
Faculty, staff, and students
Wireless networking encrypted with Wi-Fi Protected Access-Enterprise (WPA2-E) technology is mandatory, using an Active Directory (AD) username and password.
- UC San Diego students, faculty, and staff should use UCSD-PROTECTED.
- Residential students, faculty, and staff should use RESNET-PROTECTED.
Guests
Instructions for connecting to the guest networks.
- Use UCSD-GUEST (unencrypted)
- If your home institution is eduroam-enabled, you may use the eduroam network, which is more secure
Tips for a strong Wi-Fi connection
The Campus Wi-Fi network has thousands of “access points.” As you move across campus your device falls out of range and begins looking for a new connection. Here are some tips for better connections:
- Reset at your destination: Turn off/on mobile device Wi-Fi to reconnect to the strongest access point.
- Outside coverage is limited: IT Services provides Wi-Fi in every building but only in limited outdoor areas.
- Forget past networks: Reduce problems by “forgetting” old Wi-Fi networks.
- Turn off your hot spot: Personal hotspots use the same frequencies as campus Wi-Fi and can create interference for users.
Help us improve UCSD wireless
Learn more about how to improve wireless in your area.
Need help? Visit the ITS Service Desk Support Portal
- Email: servicedesk@ucsd.edu
- Phone: (858) 246-4357 or ext. 6-HELP
- Walk up: