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Dialing-up Bruin Online

Dialing-up to Bruin Online

  • What is the Bruin OnLine modem dial-up access number?

    • Bruin OnLine Regular
      • Telephone Number: (310)206-8311
      • V.90 Modems (56 Kbps
      • PAP Enabled
      • Maximum Connection Time- 4 hours, with a 20 minute idle-time limit

    For more information about the modem pools and usage statistics, access www.bol.ucla.edu/services/dialup/.

  • How fast are the modems associated with the BOL modem pool?

    Keep in mind that you will not achieve a true 56.6Kbps connection. This is due to many factors, including line noise between your computer's modem and the Bruin Online modems, as well as FCC limits.

    • The Bruin Online Modem Pool can achieve speeds of 46000bps to 53000bps on a compatible v.90 modem

  • How can I configure my computer to connect to Bruin OnLine?

    Configuring your computer to connect to Bruin OnLine depends on what type of computer you have and which operating system (OS) you are running.

    For instructions on how to configure your computer to connect to Bruin OnLine if you are:

  • How can I connect to BOL from the residence halls?

    Since the dorms have been equipped with Ethernet ports in every room, the dial up number has been disabled from the residence halls. In order to connect to the Internet from the residence halls, you must have an Ethernet card and use the Ethernet ports found in each room.

    For more information on connecting to BOL from the residence halls, contact the STC at x53400 or visit their Web page http://www.resnet.ucla.edu.

  • Are there any Ethernet ports on campus available to BOL users?

    Yes, there are public Ethernet ports scattered around campus. There are ports throughout Powell Library, Young Research Library (YRL), and the Biomedical library. You will need a laptop with an Ethernet card in order to access this service. On connecting to these ports and opening your web browser, you will be prompted for your UCLA Logon ID and your password in order to use the service.

  • What computer labs on campus can I use with my UCLA Logon ID?

    There are a number of computer labs scattered around campus that are available to UCLA students, faculty, and staff with UCLA Logon IDs. The CLICC Lab (145 Powell) is an example of a lab on campus. To access the computers in most of these labs you will need a UCLA Logon ID.

    For a complete list of on-campus labs, access http://www.computerlabs.ucla.edu/.

  • What do I do if I live outside the 310 area code and would like to access UCLA services?

    There are many alternatives to connecting to the Internet other than paying long distance telephone charges. One suggestion is to sign up with another Internet service provider (ISP). Some ISPs offer high speed connections such as DSL and Cable-Modem access. If you would like access to UCLA restricted resources such as the Library databases and the Bruin OnLine software using another ISP, you will need to configure your computer to properly access the Bruin OnLine Proxy Server.