CSU Wireless & Laptops for students
Wireless networking is the technology that enables laptops to communicate with the network without network cabling.
CSU has recently invested in state of the art wireless network infrastructure so enabled laptops can;
- use e-mail
- surf the internet
- take lecture notes
- send messages
- research information where and when required.
Charles Sturt University, in conjunction with its preferred suppliers DELL and IBM, is offering students an opportunity to acquire a recommended laptop computer at a very competitive price to enhance your studies and lifestyle at University.
For more information, you can visit the CSU Laptops for Student sites at Dell or IBM to view availability and price of current products. Laptop's for Students is all part of a DIT initiative, called CSU Wireless, made possible through CSU’s strategic alliance with global partners, Dell and IBM.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime with CSU Wireless
What is CSU Wireless
CSU Wireless is the new wireless access network, offering fast, secure wireless connectivity to the CSU Network and the Internet. CSU Wireless is available in both outdoor and indoor locations across Albury, Bathurst, Dubbo, Ontario (Canada), Orange, Thurgoona and Wagga Campuses. CSU Wireless will also be extended to Canberra and Goulburn Campuses in the near future.
CSU Wireless uses the latest Wireless Technology (IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g) offering students and staff the ability to work from libraries, lecture and tutorial rooms, common areas and outdoor locations using their own wireless enabled Laptop computers.
CSU Wireless is available to all current CSU Students and Staff with a valid CSU Login ID and Password and who have access to a Laptop PC with compatible wireless technology installed.
Laptops for Students FAQs
Q. Why do I need a laptop?
A. You don’t, but it may be an advantage.
- The laptops you purchase via CSU and our partners are wireless enabled, ready to use.
- Allows you the ability to move around at your will, giving you many more opportunities to study in different places. No more waiting for a computer to become free. You control your own access.
- Allows you to stay in touch with others anywhere, anytime
- Allows you to work together, collaborate.
Q. What benefits do I get by buying through this program?
A. Through our alliances, the advantages are many and varied
- Very competitive educational pricing, with good quality, fully feature options
- Wireless enabled to allow access anytime, anywhere
- Getting connected is easy with assistance available
- Extended warranty available from vendor
- Limited help desk support via on-line request forms or telephone
Q. What Models are available to me?
A. Visit www.dell.com.au/csu or www.thinkpad.com/au/charlessturt to view availability.
Q. What do I do in the event of a failure.
A. Each supplier has a toll free support number to call. Students deal direct with the supplier who has significant investment in regional repair agencies for fast assistance.