Secure Connection

The LangaraSecure wireless network uses the XpressConnect utility to set up laptops with wireless profiles.

This utility will automatically configure the necessary parameters to allow you to make a secure connection. This configuration will not replace or interfere with other wireless connections you make off-campus.

XpressConnect requires one of the following operating systems:

1. Windows XP SP2 or newer
2. Windows Vista
3. Windows 7
4. Mac OS X Tiger (10.4)
5. Mac OS X Leopard (10.5)
6. Mac OS X Snow Leopard (10.6)

To Run The XpressConnect Utility Setup For LangaraSecure

1. In your PC or Mac's wireless network interface search for wireless networks.

1. Connect to the “Langara” wireless network.
2. Open a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari. You’ll be redirected to a portal page.
3. Click on the "Automatic Setup" icon, highlighted in red below. 

1. Once the new windows loads, click on the Start button. 

1. A prompt will appear asking you if you allow this program to run. Click "Allow."
2. Enter your Novell user ID and Password. This is what you use to login to lab or office computers on campus.

1. The utility will automatically setup the LangaraSecure profile. If everything goes well, you’ll see the following: 

1. A new browser window will open and take you to www.langara.bc.ca.

If it doesn't work...

If you’re having problems connecting to “LangaraSecure” you can follow the following steps.

1. Get the latest drivers for your wireless network card from the manufacturer of your wireless device. For example if you bought a dell laptop, you can visit www.dell.com and download and install the latest drivers.
2. Install the latest system updates or the latest firmware. For example, you can use Windows update to install all the latest patches. Mac users can run SoftwareUpdate from the Apple menu.
3. For really old wireless network cards, you get higher performance if you purchase a new USB wireless card.
4. Use the “Langara” wireless network instead of “LangaraSecure”. Enter your ID and password in the fields below the "Automatic Setup" icon you clicked in Step 4 above.
5. Call the IT Service Desk at 604-323-5999.