Step-by-Step FLASHZONE: Welcome to the Flashzone information page. Flashzone is the name of Kent State's Wireless network.

Where is it ? To view the current wireless coverage map, visit http://newmedia.kent.edu/flashzone/map.htm

What's new ? In order to make using Flashzone easier, we've introduced a new way of connecting to Flashzone. A new network, called Flashzone-WPA, offers connections that do not require the use of VPN software. On campus you will see both of these networks. Connecting to Flashzone-WPA is a three step process:

Does it require a password ? Yes ! The Flashzone-WPA network requires that you have visited Flashword and setup your Question/Answer Profile AND changed your password. If you have not done so, please visit http://flashword.kent.edu now to do so.

How to get connected ? Connecting to Flashzone-WPA is a three step process:

  1. Connect to the Flashzone wireless network to view the directions and download utilities to configure Flashzone-WPA for you. Most notebooks with wireless cards will prompt you that a wireless network is in range.
  2. Follow the instructions to set up the connection to Flashzone-WPA.
  3. Connect to Flashzone-WPA

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