Using Devices on the Campus Networks

Information Technology Services (ITS) provides both wired and wireless network solutions throughout campus. This page will discuss key information regarding devices able to connect to University networks as well as links to information technology policies. 

Network Related Policies

All users connecting to Syracuse University networks are responsible for reading and understanding the University's Information technology policies.

• Information Technology Resources Acceptable Use Policy

• Email Policy

• Remote Access Policy

• Wireless Network and Systems Policy

Network routers

To better accommodate the varied devices students connect to the wired (Ethernet) network in residence halls (e.g. personal computers, gaming consoles, voice-over-Internet devices, and TiVo), ITS has approved the use of personal network routers in student rooms (sometimes called "broadband routers or "cable/DSL routers"). Routers must not have wireless capability (i.e. Apple Airports are not allowed) because wireless devices disrupt the network (wired and wireless). Information about purchasing and installing a router is available on the router web page.

Copyright Infringement

Any reported downloading or sharing of illegal copyright protected data (music, movies, software, games) will result in the student's computer being removed from the network (wired and AirOrangeX) until the matter can be resolved. Further information is available on Syracuse University's Copyright and File Sharing web page.

Self-installed wireless access points

Installing commercially available wireless network access points in the residence halls is strictly prohibited. Installation of these devices will disrupt the network (wired and wireless) and result in a student's network port being disabled. 

Devices Supported on Campus Networks

The following devices are supported on various campus networks. Please see the sections below for details on limitations for connecting to AirOrangeX. 

• Personal Computers
• Smartphones, tablets, and iPod/iTouch
• eReaders
• Printers (wired only)*
• Streaming Devices*
• Internet Connect TVs*
  *- These devices are not able to connect to all campus networks. See the sections below to review which network to connect to. 

For instructions and further details on available networks, including deciding which device to use on which network, head over to the Networks home page. 

Need to configure to a wireless network? Details and step-by-step instructions are available on the Wireless Internet Connections page. 

Devices Not Allowed on AirOrangeX

The devices listed below are not allowed or supported on AirOrangeX. In many cases, these devices can connect to the wired network unless specified. If your devices is not listed here, please review the list of devices not allowed on any campus network.

Some devices can connect to the Gadgets&Games network without any registration required if located in a residence hall. Devices connected to Gadgets&Games will not be able to interact with campus resources such as Blackboard or Myslice.  Gadgets&Games is only available in the residence halls and should not be used on any device capable of registering and connecting to the secure wireless network AirOrangeX.  

Please reference the table below for connecting your Smart TV or streaming device.

Devices Not Allowed on Any Campus Network (Wired or Wireless)

• Airports
• Wireless Access Points

• Wireless Routers

• Computers as an Access Point
• MiFi
• Mobile Hotspots
• Kingston Wi-Drive
• Lighting Controllers (e.g. Philips Hue, Lifx+, Koogeek)
• Range Extenders
• Smart Home Devices

These devices can cause problems on campus networks for other users and/or do not have the ability to properly configure to an enterprise network.