Wireless Internet Access

What is wireless Internet access and how do I use it at the Peru Public Library?

What is wireless?

• Wireless Internet access uses radio frequency signals to exchange information between your computer and the Internet.
• No cables are required.

Why wireless?

• Wireless allows library users to bring their own computers to the library and to get Internet access.
• Wireless enables the library to offer this service without having to go through the expense of installing new wiring.
• Library users can use their wireless laptop computers to get Internet access at any table or chair in the library and are not limited to the normal computer areas of the library.

How do I use wireless at the library?

• The Peru Public Library uses the WiFi standard (also known as IEEE 802.11g or 802.11b).
• You will need to bring your own laptop computer to the library and it will need to have built-in WiFi or you will need to install a WiFi network card.
• Most WiFi equipment will be compatible. However, the library can make no guarantees as to compatibility of your equipment with the library's network.
• If you need to print, please save the work to disk, then login to a workstation and send print jobs to a printer.

Will I need any special settings or passwords to connect?

• No, the library's network is open to all visitors.
• No special encryption settings, user names, nor passwords are required.

Can the library help me configure my computer?

• Sorry, everyone's computer is different and you are responsible for knowing how to configure your own equipment.
• Some helpful tips are included on this page.
• The Peru Public Library cannot be responsible for any changes you make to your computer's settings.
• If you need additional assistance, you may need to contact the manufacturers of your hardware or software.

  General Information for all systems

  NOTE: The following instructions are general guidelines and require that you understand how to configure and restore the settings of your own computer. It is best to try to use the Internet before attempting any of the changes suggested on this page.

   

  Wireless Card Settings:
  Use the software that came with your wireless card or computer to configure the settings and to verify a connection to the library’s wireless network.

  • SSID = PERU-WIFI
  • Mode or Network Type = Access Point or Infrastructure
  • Network Properties = DHCP
  • WEP = Disable WEP encryption