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The check mark indicates which wireless network you are connected to. Drew's primary wireless network is called "drew". In some locations, the drew1x network is available, which offers 802.1x authentication.
The "drew" network
If using the "drew" network, the first time you connect any laptop to Drew's wireless network in a given usage session, you will have to authenticate to the network. To do this, open a web browser and access any off-campus/non-Drew website. Enter your Drew uLogin credentials (aka your Drew username and password) when prompted. IM and other Internet services on your computer will not work properly until then.
The "drew1x" network
This network does not require login information to use. It allows access to the internet and Drew web services available from off-campus, providing the same access you would have at any public WiFi hotspot.
The "drew1x" network
This network should be used if you need to reach internal Drew services such as network printers or shared network drives.
- Click the AirPort icon at the top of your desktop to open the menu.
- Choose drew1x.
- Enter your Drew credentials (username and password)
If you are familiar with 802.1x authentication, you can enter your credentials once and then access the network every time from then on. The drew1x network is not available in all locations on campus at this time, so configure your computer to access both networks. Configuring your Mac for 802.1x access is not supported by University Technology, so if you're unfamiliar with it then we recommend using the "drew" wireless network.