All users of the library's wireless service must abide by the Computer and Electronic Access Policy .

How do I use wireless at the library?

You will need to bring your own laptop computer with a WIFI network card to the library. The library uses the WiFi standard IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g.

Will I need any special settings or passwords to connect?

The library's wireless Internet access is open to all visitors. No password is required. If your laptop is configured to obtain an IP address automatically you will be able to connect immediately. If your computer does not connect, use the suggestions below on configuring your computer. Because each person's laptop is different you will be responsible for knowing how to configure your own equipment.

Where can I connect my laptop?

The WIFI signal will work anywhere in the building. Signal strength diminishes somewhat in the far corner of the library near the Biography Section.

General Information for All Systems: 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 (network name) = BettLib1 or BettLib2
• WEP = disable WEP encryption
• Mode or Network Type = Infrastructure mode or Access Point

Windows 98
Network Settings:

1. From Control Panel, select Network.
2. Locate the TCP/IP protocol and go to Properties. If more than one
   TCP/IP protocol is listed, look for the one associated with your wireless adapter.
3. For IP Address, select "Obtain an IP address automatically."
4. For DNS, select "Disable DNS."
5. For WINS, select "Use DHCP for WINS Resolution."

Windows NT
Network Settings:

1. From Control Panel, select Network.
2. Locate the TCP/IP protocol and get into its Properties. If more than one TCP/IP protocol is listed, look for the one associated with your wireless adapter.
3. Select "Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server" and click OK.

Windows 2000 & XP
Network Settings:

1. From Control Panel, select "Network and Dial-up Connections" or "Network and Internet Connections > Internet Connections."
2. Right-click on "Wireless Network Connection" or "Local Area Connection" and click Properties.
3. Locate the Internet TCP/IP protocol and get into its Properties. If more than one TCP/IP protocol is listed, look for the one associated with your wireless adapter.
4. Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and "Obtain DNS server address automatically."
5. For XP, right click on "Wireless Network Connection" and select "View available Wireless Networks." Select the name of the wireless network available at the library and click "Connect." The network name is BettLib1 or BettLib2.

Internet Explorer Tips:
Please note that depending on your version of software, there may be
variations in the procedures.

1. From Control Panel, select Internet Options > Connections tab.
2. If you also have a dial-up connection, it should not be set to "Always dial my default connection."
3. LAN Settings should be "Automatically detect settings" and leave the Proxy server settings blank.

Macintosh
Network Settings (OS 8 & 9):

1. Select: Apple Menu > Control Panel > TCP/IP.
2. Connect via "AirPort" or other wireless (WiFi) ethernet.
3. Configure "Using DHCP Server."
4. Leave Name Server and Additional Search domains blank.

Network Settings (OS X):

1. Select: Apple Menu > System Preferences > Network button.
2. Select TCP/IP tab and Configure "Using DHCP."
3. Above the TCP/IP tab, you may need to Configure via "AirPort" or other wireless (WiFi) ethernet.
4. Leave Domain Name Servers and Search Domains blank.