For 2.4 GHz wireless LANs, there are several sources of interfering signals, including 2.4GHz wireless phones, some microwave ovens, X10 wireless cameras, Bluetooth wireless devices, and other wireless LANs. These devices use the same frequency and there are no inherent mechanisms built into the associated technologies which will stop them from interfering with each other. Devices and technologies using a 2.4Ghz range can cause intermittent failures. Troubleshooting this can be difficult.  Click here for more information on Bluetooth and wireless interference. 

Some people also configure their wireless settings incorrectly on their computers to enable their computer to broadcast a wireless network in "AD HOC" mode. All wireless network users should verify they do not have "AD HOC" mode enabled in their wireless settings. Click here for more information on disabling Ad-Hoc mode. 

ITS needs help from all members of the campus community in minimizing the potential interference from those devices. ITS will not actively scan the airspace for potential interfering devices however, ITS reserves the right to restrict the use of all 2.4 GHz radio devices in all buildings and all outdoor spaces on the Hamilton College campus which cause interference with the wireless network.

You can E-mail the Network Services Team at: ns@hamilton.edu

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