We provide a high-speed campus ethernet data network interconnecting university buildings on three campuses. The wired campus network provides faculty, staff and students the fastest and most secure access to campus servers, the Internet and our research networks. All campus wired network connections are switched, not shared, ensuring performance and reliability.
We maintain and manage UofL's wireless (Wi-Fi) network on all campuses with 802.11n dual band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi. With four different types of wireless access, we have options for the best connectivity and extended, certified access depending on your needs and UofL sign-in level.
Our GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows users in a remote location or on a public network to securely connect to protected university resources not usually accessible off-campus. Requesting an account and installing software is needed.
We protect the university's network by using firewalls to block unauthorized access. Some approved exemptions are given to those who have need for a new firewall rule or changes to existing firewall rules. For systems needing additional protection, custom firewall rules can also be requested.
With an Internet of Things (IoT) network requirements, we can assist with robust connectivity and sufficient bandwidth for your devices. Our support also includes implementing encryption and access controls as vital to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and breaches.
For approved exemptions to university's networking policies, it is possible to obtain a static IP address on a device connected to our wireless network.
Services for setting up user authentication. We utilize modern authentication for single-sign-on and enable Microsoft/Office 365 advanced security sign-in features with client applications. Support is available if you have an application using POP, IMAP or other basic authentication.