WSU Tri-Cities

Computing and Networking

Troubleshooting WSUTC_ENC wireless connection problems

If you are having problems connecting to the WSUTC_ENC wireless network you can bring your computer by our office anytime during our normal office hours and we can help you get your problem resolved. Below is a list of common problems and how to solve them.

  • Problems connecting to WSUTC_ENC
    • Try manually adding the network
    • For Windows try un-checking the box to verify server identity if it works with that box unchecked you need to update your certificates. Our server uses the Starfield certificates located at https://www.tricity.wsu.edu/certs/
    • For OS X delete the stored 802.1X profile then disable/enable your wireless
  • Problems detecting the WSUTC_ENC network. There can be sevral reasons for this here are some things to try.
    • Check that your wireless is switched on (can you see other networks?)
    • Refresh the network list
    • Update your wireless driver (for Windows computers)
    • Manually add the network
    • Select the option for connecting to a hidden network or connect to a non-broadcasting network
  • Problems with the wireless disconnecting and reconnecting.
    • Try to find an updated wireless driver (for Windows computers)
    • Select the option for non-broadcasting or hidden wireless network
    • Delete the WSUTC_PUB network from your list of prefered networks
  • Your wireless is showing that you are connected to WSUTC_PUB network instead of WSUTC_ENC
    • If WSUTC_PUB is in your prefered network list you should remove it
    • Check which network you are on. You may be on the WSUTC_ENC network even if your system says that you are on the other network. (iPhone/iPod touch commonly have this issue)