Connecting to AirPennNet
AirPennNet is the University’s campus-wide wireless network permitting secure and convenient network access in campus buildings and residence halls. AirPennNet offers secure access to PennNet (the University's data network), encrypting user data over the wireless airwaves. AirPennNet is available in most but not all campus buildings.
Automatic configuration through AirPennNet-Guest
AirPennNet-Guest delivers a wizard called JoinNow to assist University of Pennsylvania students, faculty, staff, and guests with a PennKey to configure and connect their devices to AirPennNet. When in a campus wireless zone:
- Connect to the wireless network: AirPennNet-Guest
- Open a web browser and click on the "Connect Using my PennKey" button.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to configure your device to connect to AirPennNet.
Which devices can be configured automatically using Connect to AirPennNet?
- Android devices
- Apple iOS devices (iPhone, iPad)
- macOS
- Microsoft Windows
- Some Linux builds
Which devices can be configured manually to connect to AirPennNet?
While not a complete list, many individuals at Penn have been able to manually configure the devices listed below:
- Blackberry 10
- Most versions of Linux and Unix
Your Local Support Provider or College House Technology technician should be able to assist you in configuring these devices.
What are the settings needed to connect to AirPennNet if I configure my device manually?
Wireless Network Name (SSID) : AirPennNet
Security Type : WPA2-Enterprise
Encryption Type : AES
EAP Method : TTLS
Phase 2 (Inner Method) : PAP
Root CA Certificate(s) : Can use system default certificates on device, when available
- Install USERTrust RSA Certification Authority (this root certificate is pre-installed on most OSes so you likely will not have to install it manually)
Domain : Blank
- Some devices may require a domain, in which case use "upenn.edu"
Anonymous Identity (Outer Identity) : Leave blank
Username (Identity) : your PennKey username
Password : your PennKey password
Your Local Support Provider or College House Technology technician should be able to assist you in configuring these devices.
What about other types of devices?
Other devices are best suited for the AirPennNet-Device network. (See the Smart Devices)
Updated 07/16/2024