We currently do something similar as Bruce. Normal Self-registration
and sponsored registration
using clearpass guest, but large and/or multi-day events can get a PSK
SSID assigned if given
ample time and planning.
On 9/27/17 8:07 AM, Osborne, Bruce W (Network Operations) wrote:
Our process is not ideal.
Where possible, we try to avoid setting up special SSIDs. Our normal
Guest SSID allows for self registration for bandwidth-restricted
Internet access or sponsored registration for faster Internet access.
We utilize our ClearPass Guest management to create an expiring event
guest username with unlimited devices ending in “@event” instead of a
proper email address. The original plan was for our IT Communications
BRMs to create these accounts. Lately, our wireless team has been
doing that. Event coordinators need to test access ahead of time,
especially if it is “critical”. Otherwise, they are failing their job,
IMHO.
For major events, with special access we sometimes set up a PSK SSID.
In our experience, an open SSID is not good because you will pick up
every roaming mobile device, exhausting your DHCP address pool.
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*From:*Williams, Mr. Michael [mailto:[email protected]]
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*Subject:* Wi-Fi Request for University Conference event
Hello,
Here recently, we have received numerous requests for guest WI-FI
access during on campus conference events. In order to support these
events, we normally create a special open conference SSID that
requires a pre-shared key or passcode for authentication.
What we struggling with is how to set the level of expectation for
WI-FI functionality during these types events. Conference sponsors
inform us that Wi-Fi/internet access for conference attendees is
critical, or some special app must function flawlessly or their
conference event will be a bust.
We want to develop a formal conference request process that would
detail what type of Wi-Fi support we can offer, what level of user
experience to expect and what the sponsor responsibilities would be
during these conference events.
I am curious to hear how other university handle these types of
events. Does anyone have a formal process, that they are willing to
share, that addresses some of these concerns?
Thanks
Mike
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