Connect to Penn

Welcome to Penn! Follow these steps to get your devices ready to use with Penn's networks.

Get Connected

To connect to Penn's wireless network for the first time, first connect to the Connect to AirPennNet network, and then open a web browser. You'll be redirected to the JoinNow application and guided through the setup process to configure your computer for wireless access. Thereafter your computer will automatically connect to the AirPennNet wireless network. You can repeat the process on your smartphones and tablets, too. See the full list of connectable devices in Penn residences.

Get Protected

Download and install [PLACEHOLDER: Personal antivirus solution] free of charge. This will help keep your computer clean and safe from viruses and malware. Penn provides [PLACEHOLDER: Personal antivirus solution] for all current students, faculty, and staff so you never have to worry about purchasing antivirus software. Everyone needs to have antivirus software installed, even on Macs!

Get Free Software

Penn provides a wide range of recommended software for its users. These applications may be useful as you begin your Penn career. A full list of Penn's recommended and supported software, including download links, is available at the Supported Computing Products page.

Get Help

Every person at Penn has a designated Local Support Provider (LSP) who can help with your computer problems and questions. To find your LSP, use these lookup tables:

Visit the ISC Client Care page to get information about software and hardware, services, configuration, and more!