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AirHoya: Getting Started with a Macintosh OS X Computer

Requirements

• Macintosh laptop computer with OS X
• Apple AirPort wireless network adapter card

Before you buy an AirPort card, check to see if you already have one. Most newer Macintosh laptops have built-in AirPort cards. If your laptop is not AirPort-compatible, you may be able to use another brand.

• FAQ: Where can I get a wireless card?

Install the Wireless Card

To install a new AirPort card, follow the setup instructions that came with it. OS X should automatically detect and install the necessary software.

Configure Macintosh OS X to Connect to AirHoya

Click on the wireless icon at the top of your screen (if this doesn't appear, see There's no wireless icon). Airport: On should appear in gray; if it appears in black, Click on it. If you see a gray message telling you No Airport networks in range, move to another area. Click on Other....

Beside Name:, Type HOYAS (it must be in all capitals). Leave the password blank. Click on the OK button.

Your card should now be able to find the wireless network whenever you are in range. Once you have configured your Airport card, you are ready to use the wireless networking system.

Use the AirHoya Wireless Network!

Your should now be able to use AirHoya. When ever you turn your computer on in an area covered by AirHoya, your computer will automatically connect.

 

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There's no wireless icon at the top of my screen

Click on Go, then Click on Applications.

Double Click on the Internet Connect icon.

Click on Show Airport status in menu bar (a checkmark should appear beside it). The wireless icon should now appear at the top of your screen. Continue the configuration instructions above.