Going Wireless at NCI-Frederick

There are two networks to join on the “LAWN”. The Nework Names (SSIDs) and respective capabilities are as follows:

The following products are compatible with our NCIPRIV Network and need to be purchased by the user:

• Cisco 802.11 a/b/g wireless adapter, Cisco part # AIR-CB21AG-A-K9 (Note: This is a 32-bit card bus adapter. PC must have an available Type II slot.)
• Cisco 802.11b 350 series wireless adapter, Cisco part# AIR-PCM350
• Apple 802.11g Airport Extreme
• Intel Proset (Note: Must have Intel Client, Microsoft will not work.)

If you already have your Card, simply call the ABCC Help Desk at 301-846-5555 to register. Once you have registered your card with the ABCC Communications Office, you can submit a request to have a technician assist you (Computer Services 301-846-5115) or follow the installation instructions below. In either case, a minimal understanding of the NCI-Frederick wireless system is suggested before joining the “LAWN” (Local Area Wireless Network).

Please read the following before selecting a Software and Instruction Option below. VPN is also available to use on the NCIPUB network VPN is secure and allows full network access but we suggest you stay put. It doesn’t lend itself well to roaming. Please remember there is no AppleTalk™ on the wireless so have a technician assist you in configuring your resources to be IP compatible.

Software and Instruction Options:

Windows XP, 2K, 98 with 802.11b Cisco Card

Windows XP with a generic 802.11b or g card. Note: Will only allow access to NCIPUB

Windows XP, 2K, 98 with regular Cisco a/b/g PC Card (coming soon)

Mac OSX with registered Apple Airport or Extreme Card