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Dialing Phones On the Campus Telephone System
Instructions for dialing from phones on the campus telephone system.
Voicemail: How to Record Greetings Off-Campus
Voicemail: How to Record Greetings Off-Campus
Voicemail: How To Record Greetings On Campus
How To Record Greetings On Campus
Should I bring my own wireless router to campus or use a personal wireless access point?
Information on why you do not need to bring a wireless router or personal access point to campus
Updating Phone Numbers and Campus Directory Preferences
You can update your campus phone number and add/edit/remove your mobile (or other) phone number. Change what phone number is displayed in the global address book or the internal phone/e-mail campus directory.
What spaces on campus are available to use for a Zoom meeting?
If you are joining or hosting a meeting individually you can meet anywhere, including your office. Find out what other spaces on campus already equipped for Zoom meetings.
Configuring Off-Campus Access to the HWS Network [Windows]
Instructions for configuring a PC for Virtual Private Network access.
Connecting to HWS Network from Off-Campus (VPN)
Configuring Off-Campus Access to the HWS Network [MacOS]
Instructions for installing and configuring a Mac for Virtual Private Network access.
Campus E-mail Lists
Information about all distribution and LISTSERV discussion lists.
Are there any areas on campus where there isn’t coverage, or where the signals will be weak?
Common outdoor areas (e.g. quads, the Hill) will be covered by wireless. The far edges of campus, leading into the Geneva community will have decreasing access the further you are from HWS, depending on the antenna in your device.
I want to send a message to everyone on campus, except for students, how do I do that?
Sending messages to all faculty and staff.
Will I be required to use only wireless to connect to the Internet?
No, Ethernet jack locations remain unchanged and are available throughout campus.
What are the differences between using HWS-Private vs. HWS-Public? Are there advantages to one?
HWS-Private is intended to provide users with HWS credentials more bandwidth, enhanced security and encryption, and access to all of the services on the HWS network.HWS-Public is primarily for visitors and guests to campus who need access to the Internet.
What areas does the wireless network cover?
The wireless network covers all areas of every campus building and many outdoor areas (e.g. patios, quads, and athletic areas). All residences, including student rooms and lounges, have access to the wireless network.