Network Access

Bruin OnLine provides eligible users with access to UCLA's network infrastructure, including wireless, VPN, proxy server, and dial-up access.

Wireless

• Coverage across campus, including Ackerman Union, Kerckhoff Hall and many library locations
• Optional portal sign-on, no VPN required
• 802.11b-compliant card required
• SSID/Network name is UCLAWLAN

Guest Access

• Guests with a UCLA "sponsor" may request a temporary network logon ID.
• UCLA faculty and staff with a valid BOL account may request temporary guest network logon IDs for their guests.
• UCLA faculty and staff with a valid BOL account may request guest network logon IDs in bulk (10, 25, 50, 100).

Proxy Server

• Provides off-campus users with access to restricted resources, such as library content
• Easy browser set-up, no additional software necessary
• Support for most Windows and Mac browsers

Virtual Private Network

• Provides users with campus IP address for access to restricted resources
• Offers secure campus network connections
• Support for built-in client within Windows
• Client software available for Windows and Mac

Dial-Up Service

• Free of charge (phone company may charge toll)
• Capacity for over 1,800 concurrent users
• Support for V.90 and V.34 protocols
• Four hour session limit, 20 minute idle timeout
• 310-206-8311