Wireless Network

Welcome to the Hampden-Sydney College Computing Center homepage for wireless access. Wireless access points have been installed in various locations around campus that enables anyone to connect to the Hampden-Sydney network with a compatible wireless device.

All public wireless access points made available by Hampden-Sydney are set to the SSID of HAMS-WLAN-BLUESOCKET, in administrative and academic facilities, or STU-WLAN, in student housing areas. These SSID's are open and no encryption code or password is required. After connecting to the wireless network, open a web browser and you will be directed to the Hampden-Sydney Wireless Network login screen. On the left side of the screen you will need to enter your HSC username and password (This is the same username and password that is used for campus e-mail) do not put "@hsc.edu". After successfully logging in, the web browser should then direct you to the requested web page. Guests can also connect to the campus wireless network by providing a valid e-mail address at the Guests login.

Requirements
You will need an 802.11a/b/n compatible wireless network card in order to obtain a wireless connection.

Please click here for the Wi-Fi coverage map for campus.

If you need assistance connecting to the campus wireless network, please click here for instructions!

Coverage Areas

Academic / Administrative Buildings

 

Student Housing

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact the Computing Center Helpdesk at x6911 on campus, or 223-6373 from off campus.