The ResAir service provides wireless network access in Passy Apartments, located on Passy Crescents. It operates on a 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n
wireless Ethernet compatible technology. To connect to ResAir, open an Internet browser and sign-in with a valid Passport York username and
password for a 10 hour session.
How to use ResAir
Setup and Configure: Make sure to set up the computer for ResAir wireless service. Hardware requirements and set-up instructions for compatible computer systems can be found here.
Select/Connect to the ResAir Network: After setting up and configuring the computer for ResAir service, select or connect to the ResAir network service. For more information about connecting, click here.
Log In: After connecting to the ResAir network, open a browser and sign in with a Passport York username and password. For more details, click here.
Start Surfing: After signing in, start using the ResAir Internet service.
Logging out of ResAir: Log-out by clicking on the ResAir pop-up window screen or shut down the computer to end the ResAir session. The ResAir session can also end if the wireless network adapter has shut down due to standby/sleep mode. ResAir sessions automatically ends after 10 hours. For more details, click here.
Self Help: For some helpful tips with ResAir service usage, click here.
Other Usage Notes
E-mail usage on ResAir: When trying to use York University Email service on ResAir, please see the instructions here .
VPN usage on ResAir: VPN service is not required, but its use is recommended'. For information about the York University VPN service, click here.
Airspace Policy: Guidelines for using the 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz radio spectrum at York University can be found here.
