OpenPort
On-campus connections for laptops!
OpenPort is an open access, on-campus network. It provides Internet access to laptop and handheld users. The OpenPort network includes network jacks in the Cybraries and University Libraries. An active UBIT account is required to use this service.
Using OpenPort
To use OpenPort, you need the following:
- A 10/100 Ethernet adapter suitable for your computer
- A category 5 Ethernet cable
- UBITName and password
All computers used on OpenPort require a working Ethernet adapter, which should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. If your Ethernet adapter is not already installed and you do not feel comfortable installing it, or if you encounter problems during installation, contact UBMicro, UB Commons Suite 109, at (716) 645-3554.
You must configure your laptop for OpenPort before you can connect.
OpenPort connections are located in the University Libraries:
| Open Area | Individual Room |
Group Room | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Sciences 1 | Lower Level | 13 (Media rooms) | ||
| Mezzanine Level | 14 | |||
| Law 2 | 2nd Floor | 10 (222, 223, 225) | ||
| 3rd Floor | 25 | 2 (340) | ||
| 4th Floor | 1 | 2 (440) | ||
| 6th Floor | 2 (631) | |||
| Lockwood | 2nd Floor | 6 | ||
| SEL | 3rd Floor | 19 (+consultant) | 11 | 3 (344, 345, 346) |
| UGL | 1st Floor | 14 | 3 (123, 124, 125) |
1. Health Sciences Library OpenPort areas are open to all affiliated University community members. Preference is given to Health Science Students and Media needs. More information may be obtained at the reference desk.
2. Law Library reserves certain OpenPort areas for Law students; a number of locations are available to affiliated University community members. More information may be obtained at the reference desk.
Documentation
Support
OpenPort support is available through the on-site consultant.