You are invited to explore the Palos Verdes Library District's fast Internet network using your own wireless-enabled laptop computer. Free access is provided at all PVLD locations when the libraries are open. Simply connect to the PVLD wireless network (pvldwifi) and launch your Web browser. A login screen appears where you can type in an email address and begin surfing immediately.

Hardware Requirements

You will need a WiFi-compliant 802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g wireless Ethernet device installed in your laptop or a laptop with built-in Wi-Fi capability.

Software Requirements

• Use a web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari.
• Set your TCP client software to obtain addresses automatically from a server (DHCP).
• Configure TCP/IP software by opening the Network Connections icon in the Control Panel. Right click on Wireless connection and choose Properties. Under Protocol settings, select TCP/IP. Set the IP address to obtain an IP address automatically. Leave all other fields blank. Restart the laptop for the changes to take effect.
  

Troubleshooting

• If the login page says that you are already logged in but you cannot surf to different web pages, try typing "logout" [without quotes] in the address bar.
• Some pop-up blockers will prevent the login process to complete. It is suggested that you temporarily disable all pop-up blockers or add 192.168.130.1 to allowed pop-ups before logging in.
• For bandwidth considerations, peer-to-peer networking software (P2P) is not allowed on the Wi-Fi network. If connected to P2P programs, our software will detect it, disconnect you from the wireless network, and your MAC address placed into "quarantine" where it is blocked until unblocked by an administrator (it sounds severe, but it is only meant as a deterrent). Be sure to turn this software off before connecting to the Wi-Fi network. If you are in quarantine, please turn off your P2P software and let the Reference Desk know that you were disconnected. The librarian will call IT and they can remove you from quarantine.

Limitations and Disclaimers

• The Library's wireless network is not secure. Information sent from or to your laptop can be captured by anyone else with a wireless device and the appropriate software, within three hundred feet.
• Library staff is not able to provide technical assistance and no guarantee can be provided that you will be able to make a wireless connection.
• The Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of equipment or for laptop configurations, security, or data files resulting from connection to the Library's network.