KSU Network Frequently Asked Questions
If you are connected via wireless connection, make sure your connection is strong
enough. If you are connected via an Ethernet cable, please make sure the cable is
securely plugged into the correct location. Occasionally, the KSU campus will lose
internet connectivity due to storms, power outages, or other occurrences. When the
campus loses its Internet, contact the Help desk and IT will work to fix the issue
as quickly as possible. Please report outages to the IT Help desk.
Yes, you may connect up to 15 devices to the KSU Network.
Click here to learn more about connecting devices to KSU wi-fi.
- Try restarting your computer.
- Make sure that you have a data cable and it is plugged in securely at both ends.
- Check the connection to your computer’s network card and the connection to the internet data jack in your room or apartment.
- Check for flashing green and yellow lights near the network port on your computer.
- A green light on, yellow light flashing usually means the connection is working. If this is not the case, the network card is not configured correctly, the internet data jack that you are plugged into is not working, or your data cable is bad.
- Try plugging the data cable into another internet data jack in the room.
- Inspect your data cable, make sure there are no visible signs of damage. Try to borrow a different cable from a friend and try to connect using this cable.
If the problem persists, contact the IT Help Desk at (502) 597-7000.
A network can be one computer connected to the Internet, or two or more computers
connected to each other (and also to the Internet). In a wireless network, the computers
are connected by radio signals instead of wires or cables. Advantages of wireless
networks include mobility and no unsightly wires. Disadvantages can include a slower
connection than a wired network.
The wireless networks are used for your convenient, but if they are not properly secured,
connecting to one might be risky, our wireless is properly secured. Whenever possible,
only connect to wireless networks that require a network security key or have some
other form of security, such as a certificate. The information sent over such networks
is encrypted, which can help protect your computer from unauthorized access. Always
keep in mind, if you do connect to a network that is not secure, be aware that someone
with the right tools can see everything that you do, including the websites you visit,
the documents you work on, and the user names and passwords you use. You should not
work on documents or visit websites that contain personal information, such as your
bank records, while you are connected to that network.
Make sure you have correctly logged into the machine with your username and password.
If you still do not see your network drives, please log off of the machine and log
back in again. This will refresh the connection with the network.
- Check the network cable and make sure it is plugged in completely in both the wall and your computer. (Note: Make sure that you are using a network cable and not a phone cable).
- Try using your co-workers/roommate’s network cable. If it works with their cable then most likely you need a new cable.
- Try using your co-workers/roommate’s network port.
Yes, Wifi access is available on campus.
Click here to learn more about connecting devices to KSU wi-fi.
Yes, residence halls have access to the KSU wireless and wired network.