Overview
The following fast, reliable Wi-Fi networks are available across the Pittsburgh and regional campuses to support teaching, learning, and research:
Detail
Academic and Administrative Areas - All Campuses
Location
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Available Network(s)
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Network Name (SSID)
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Support
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Academic / Administrative Buildings - All Campuses
Campus Shuttles - Pittsburgh Campus
Outdoor Wi-Fi - Pittsburgh Campus:
- Benedum Hall Plaza
- Cathedral Lawn (Heinz Chapel and Bigelow Blvd. sides)
- Hillman Library / Posvar Hall Corridor (bench area)
- Petersen Events Center Lawn
- Soldiers and Sailors Lawn (Nordenberg Hall side)
- William Pitt Union Grounds (Fifth Ave. and Bigelow Blvd. sides)
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PittNet Wi-Fi
(requires a University computing account)
Eduroam
(requires a University computing account)
Pitt Guest Wi-Fi*
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WIRELESS-PITTNET
EDUROAM
PITT GUEST WI-FI
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Technology Help Desk:
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Residential Buildings - Pittsburgh Campus
Location
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Available Network(s)
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Network Name (SSID)
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Support
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All Traditional Residence Halls - Pittsburgh Campus
Apartment-Style Housing:
- Bouquet Gardens
- Centre Plaza
- Darragh Street Apartments
- Forbes-Craig Apartments
- Oakwood Apartments
- Residences on Bigelow
- Ruskin Hall
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Residence Hall Wi-Fi
(MyResNet)
Eduroam
(requires a University computing account)
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MYRESNET
EDUROAM
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Technology Help Desk:
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Apartment-Style Housing:
- College Garden Apartments
- Hyacinth Place
- Mayflower Apartments
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Comcast Internet Support:
Verizon FiOS:
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Additional Housing:
- Hampton Inn
- Pennsylvania Apartments
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PittNet Wi-Fi
(requires a University computing account)
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WIRELESS-PITTNET
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Technology Help Desk:
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Off-Campus Housing
How much bandwidth do you need?
Those working or learning remotely should have service that provides at least 25 Mbps per user.
If you’re living in a home or apartment with several individuals, your level of service will need to accommodate everyone. Most residential ISPs provide bandwidth for the premises, which is divided among all users and devices.
To find an internet service provider with coverage in your neighborhood:
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Go to https://broadbandnow.com/Pennsylvania to search for providers by zip code.
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Compare pricing and plans from available providers, such as Comcast Xfinity or Verizon FiOS.
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Fiber and cable services are faster and more reliable than DSL. Satellite service is prone to slow speeds and weather disruptions—Pitt Digital does not recommend satellite service.
Residential Buildings - Regional Campuses
Location
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Available Network(s)
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Network Name (SSID)
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Support
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Bradford Campus (UPB)
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PittNet Wi-Fi
(requires a University computing account)
Eduroam
(requires a University computing account)
Pitt Guest Wi-Fi*
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WIRELESS-PITTNET
EDUROAM
PITT GUEST WI-FI
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Technology Help Desk:
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Greensburg Campus (UPG)
Johnstown Campus (UPJ)
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Residence Hall Wi-Fi
(MyResNet)
Eduroam
(requires a University computing account)
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MYRESNET
EDUROAM
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Technology Help Desk:
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UPMC Hospitals - City of Pittsburgh
Location
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Available Network(s)
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Network Name (SSID)
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Support
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UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
UPMC Mercy
UPMC Montefiore
UPMC Presbyterian
UPMC Shadyside
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Eduroam
(requires a University computing account)
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EDUROAM
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Technology Help Desk:
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*Pitt Guest Wi-Fi provides access for alumni, parents, and others. It does not require a password or a University-affiliated sponsor access.