UWNet - Types of Access

This document describes the different types of wireless access provided on the UW campus.

UWNet

  • SSID: UWNet
  • Also known as: Aruba, New Wireless, Upgraded Wireless
  • Locations: Campus buildings broadcasting the SSID of UWNet
  • Includes NetID or guest login (replaces separate guest wireless system)
Types of Access
Login Type Login Duration Intended Users
NetID

Remainder of the semester.

Note: User remains authenticated for the remainder of the semester in Aruba buildings.

 UW-Madison faculty, staff, and students
Email address 2 weeks (subject to change) Guests without NetIDs

UWNet Legacy System

  • SSID: UWNet-BuildingName
  • Also known as: Cisco, classic wireless, legacy wireless
  • Locations: Campus buildings broadcasting the SSID UWNet-BuildingName
Types of Access (Legacy)
Login Type Login Duration Intended Users
NetID Until user moves to a different building location UW-Madison faculty, staff, and students

See Also


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Doc ID:
25584
Owned by:
ELIZABETH C. in Network Services
Created:
2012-08-12
Updated:
2026-05-11
Sites:
DoIT Help Desk, Network Services