Library Wi-Fi network upgrade, March 4

Thursday, March 3, 2022 - 10:20

UMass Chan IT department will be performing the Wi-Fi network upgrade for the new access point units that were recently installed in the Library. The cutover to the new network is planned for this Friday, March 4 at 6:00 p.m. IT will have staff and vendors onsite to support the cutover.

Users will be required to reconnect and accept the new network once IT completes the cutover.

Update on the Library Wi-Fi upgrade project

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 - 09:22

The Library Wi-Fi upgrade project continues this weekend (December 11-12) with work taking place on the 3rd floor from 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Please plan accordingly.

Also, installation of Wi-Fi units on the 1st floor still needs to be completed.

There may be significant noise while this work is occurring. Ear protection is available from the Library Service Point on the first floor.

Wi-Fi upgrade in the Library coming

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 15:39

Wi-Fi service in the Library will be upgraded on three consecutive weekends from 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The dates are:

  • First floor: November 20-21
  • Third floor: November 27-28
  • Second floor: December 4-5

There will be significant noise at times and Wi-Fi connection disruptions on the specified floor. Ear protection is available from the Library Service Point on the first floor. Please plan your day accordingly.

Library Skylight Replacement Project: Lighting

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 - 13:11

The next phase of the Library Skylight Replacement Project will take place beginning Monday, November 1 at 6:00 a.m. New lighting will be installed over the central portion of the first floor. Some construction noise is expected; we apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause to our users. See the full details at the Library Renovation Projects page for more information.

Skylight Replacement Project (June-August 2021)

Wednesday, May 19, 2021 - 09:30

Starting July 2021, the three skylights situated above the main seating section of the Library (curved couch, large tables, and outside the computer classroom) will be replaced. Scaffolding and safety barriers will be installed in July, and work is expected to continue into mid-August. All three skylights will be removed and reinstalled with a new energy efficient skylight system.