Secure Wireless Configuration
Wireless Information
Hamilton College offers secure wireless network access in all campus buildings and most outdoor areas. Connectivity is supported by 802.11g/n wireless cards available on most modern laptops.
Prohibited/unsupported devices
The following device types are strictly prohibited on campus:
- wireless routers of any type
- wireless printers (these devices can be locally connected to a computer via USB cable, instead)
The following device types will not work on Hamilton's wireless network as they do not support enterprise level 802.1x encryption:
- Game systems - Xbox, Wii, Nintendo Switch and Playstation
- Streaming devices - Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast
- "Smart home devices" - Amazon Alexa and Google Home
Computer setup
Mobile device setup
Use these settings to configure your mobile device to use Hamilton’s secure wireless network;
- SSID: aps-hamilton
- EAP Method: PEAP or 802.1x
- Phase 2 Authentication: MSCHAPV2
- CA certificate: Use System certificate and type in hamilton.edu
- Login: Your Hamilton username and password
If you are connected to the aps-hamilton wireless network and wander outside coverage areas, your phone will automatically revert to your cellular service’s data plan.
Device-specific setup instructions
There is no guarantee that Hamilton’s wireless network will be compatible with all smartphones and mobile devices. The directions below are for the most-used platforms:
- Android
- iPhone/iPad/iTouch
- Kindle and Nook - Most of these devices can only be used with guest wireless.
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Last updated: May 30, 2024
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