Supported Devices
Below is a list of all devices allowed and known to work on the Utica College Network.
Computers running the following Operating Systems:
- Windows: Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10
- Macintosh: OS 10.7 "Lion", 10.8 "Mountain Lion", 10.9 "Mavericks", 10.10 "Yosemite", and 10.11 "El Capitan"
- Linux: Any workstation or home version is allowed
- Chrome OS: Any current version is allowed
- Microsoft: Xbox 360 and Xbox ONE
- SONY: PS3, PS4, PSP, and PlayStation Vita
- Nintendo: Wii U and 3DS
- Apple: iPhone, iPad, and iPod
- Android: All
- Microsoft: All
- Blu-ray DVD players
- Smart TVs
- Printers that connect directly to a computer by a USB port and have their wireless settings disabled.
Prohibited Devices
These devices will not work with the Utica College network, and in some instances usage of a device from this list can have a negative impact on the college wireless network.
Computers running the following Operating Systems:
- Any Operating System not expressly listed above
- Any version listed as a Server Operating System (Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, etc)
- Any version of a home use Operating System that is being used in any way to operate as a Server, such as file sharing, DHCP, or any other server functionality.
- Microsoft: Xbox
- SONY: PS2
- Nintendo: Wii and DS (any version)
- Wired or Wireless Routers - these interfere with the Utica College network, and will be disabled.
- Wireless Printers, or Printers with Wireless send to features. All printers must be connected directly to a computer by a USB cable.
- Network Printers, or any printer that attempts to be connected to an Ethernet port, such as a HP LaserJet Printer.
- Wireless steaming devices- Chromecast, Apple TV, etc.
Recommended System Specifications
ResNet's recommended system specifications are the specs you should look at when deciding on a new computer.
PC Recommended System Hardware | |
| Operating System | Windows 8.1 or 10 |
| Processor Speed | 1.6 GHz dual-core equivalent or better |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Drives | CD-ROM, DVD-ROM |
| Networking | Ethernet and/or Wireless (5 GHz card) |
| Cables | Cat5 or Cat6 Cable (Recommend 25 Feet) |
| Other | Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB |
| Browser | IE 9, Firefox and Chrome |
Mac Recommended System Hardware | |
| Operating System | Mac OS X 10.7 "Lion" or Later |
| Processor Speed | Intel Core i5 Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Drives | CD-ROM or DVD-ROM |
| Networking | Ethernet and/or Wireless (5 GHz) |
| Cables | Cat5 or Cat6 Cable (Recommend 25 Feet) |
| Other | Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB |
| Browser | Safari, Firefox and Chrome |
Minimum Requirements
Utica College ResNet reserves the right to refuse service and support for any computer below these specifications.
PC Minimum System Requirements | |
| Operating System | Windows Vista SP 2 |
| Processor Speed | 2.4 GHz or equivalent |
| RAM | 1 GB (2 GB preferred) |
| Drives | CD-ROM or DVD-ROM |
| Networking | 10/100 Ethernet Card or Wireless G |
| Cables | Cat5 Cable (Recommend 25 feet) |
| Other | Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB Ports |
| Browser | IE 6.0 SP1 and Firefox (Latest) |
Mac Minimum Requirements | |
| Operating System | Mac OS 10.7 "Lion" Until Apple discontinues support status. |
| Processor Speed | Any Intel Chipset |
| RAM | 1 GB (2 GB preferred) |
| Drives | CD-ROM or DVD-ROM |
| Networking | Ethernet and/or Wireless G |
| Cables | Cat5 Cable (recommend 25 feet) |
| Other | Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor |
| Browser | Safari and Firefox (Latest) |
How to Turn Off Wireless on Your Devices
Many devices today offer built in wireless services for home user convinience, but in many cases these interfere with the campus wireless network.
Please follow the instructions below to disable the wireless broadcasting on your device. This helps to ensure your wireless Internet access and that of those nearby. Also, please note Utica College does not support the connection of these devices to the campus network.
Device Type
HP
Most HP Printers
Use the menu to navigate to Setup, then Network, then Wireless Radio (on some models, this is towards the bottom of the scrollable menu). Turn the Wireless Radio OFF.
- From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Wireless button.
- Open the following menus:
- Wireless Menu
- Wireless Direct
- On/Off
- Touch the Off menu item. The product saves the setting and then returns the control panel to the Wireless Direct menu.
HP Photosmart d110
Some models may allow you to press the blue "wireless" button on the bottom front of the printer to turn the light out and service off. You may need to hold the button for 5 seconds to turn the light out.
If this is not successful, use the menu to navigate to Settings > Wireless > Wireless settings > Disable Wireless > OK
HP Photosmart c4780
- From the front panel, choose "Scan".
- Scroll up or down to find Networking.
- Select this, then turn off Wireless.
Canon
Canon MG3600 Serie
Follow the procedure below to disable the wireless LAN.
- Make sure machine is turned on.
- Press and hold Wi-Fi button and release it when ON lamp flashes.
- Press Black button twice and press Wi-Fi button.
- When the ON lamp changed from flashing to lit and the Wi-Fi lamp goes off, the wireless LAN is disabled.
Sony
PlayStation 4
The PS4 has the ability to broadcast a wireless network. Please follow these steps to make sure that feature is disabled or your device may get blocked from the network.
Go to Settings > Remote Play Connection Settings > Connect Directly With PlayStation Vita System should be unchecked.
