Cat's PAWS (Private Access Wireless Service)
UVM Network Services offers a secure and managed wireless networking solution that features an authentication system in conjunction with wireless infrastructure management tools. There is no charge to use Cat's PAWS network.
Departments can request Cat's PAWS access points be installed in their area and charges will apply for this work. Network Services consultants will plan your wireless coverage area and deploy access points to ensure optimum network performance. Clients typically find it beneficial to have both the high speed of wired and the mobility of wireless service.
Getting Connected
Things You Need to Know
Wireless Policies
Wireless FAQ
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
UVM GuestNet
UVM GuestNet is an easy way for current UVM Students, faculty, and staff to grant(or "sponsor") temporary Internet access to their visiting colleagues, families, and friends. Have your UVM sponsor take this link to create your account.
To get connected to Cat's PAWs, you will need:
- A laptop computer with a Wi-Fi wireless card.
- A UVM netid.
- Download and install the VPN client from: https://www.uvm.edu/software.
Enterprise-sized wireless networks such as Cat's PAWS are different from the wireless access you may have at home. Home wireless typically has a single access point and little if any security.
Cat's PAWS users should not assume the network allows unlimited mobility while connected. If the Cat's PAWS signal becomes weak as you move from one access point area to another the security features of the network may terminate your connection and require you to re-authenticate.
If you allow your laptop to hibernate for an extended period of time, Cat's PAWS may also require re-authentication.
To avoid unintended loss of connectivity, we recommend that you gracefully terminate your connection before moving to a different area or allowing your laptop to hibernate for an extended period of time.
Wireless access points should only be installed by UVM Network Services. Students, staff and faculty may not allow a third-party provider to supply access on campus or install their own access points. If you suspect an unauthorized access point is interfering with your Cat's PAWS service, please contact Network.Services@uvm.edu.
The currently deployed 802.11b uses the unlicensed 2.4GHz spectrum, which is used by other wireless devices. Some devices that cause known conflicts include 2.4GHz cordless phones and some microwave ovens. In order to minimize interference and assure the highest level of service to the wireless users, Network Services recommends minimizing the use of these devices in Cat's PAWS areas.
Last modified June 09 2009 03:45 PM
