Service CategoryNetwork

Well-connected on campus and on the go

The URZ is responsible for the expansion, operation and security of the University’s local area and Wi-Fi networks. Over a thousand Wi-Fi hotspots offer internet access at most campus locations and also in various parts of the city.

The URZ also operates a VPN server, which grants secure remote access to the University network. These and other network-related services ensure that students, employees and guests of Heidelberg University are able to surf the web or access their data safely, quickly and easily.

 

Services

WiFi via eduroam

The central WiFI access for University members and guests

WiFi via UNI-WEBACCESS

Open WiFi for conference participants and guests without eduroam access

VPN - Virtual Private Network

Encrypted and secure access to the University network from anywhere in the world

Domain Name Service (DNS)

Central DNS server for the University

LAN and WiFi for conferences

Provision of LAN and WiFi access for events at the University

Time Server

Synchronisation of clocks in computer systems.

Additional information

Wake-on-LAN

This how-to describes how university staff members can use “Wake-on-LAN” to start their computer at predetermined times via the network.