Wireless in Farmers Branch
The City of Farmers Branch now offers free wireless Internet access for properly equipped laptops, PDAs, and other devices. Access is available at the Manske Library, Community Recreation Center and Senior Center. Advantages of such access include:
  • No waiting for a free PC and no standing in line!
  • No time limits - connect as long as you like!
  • Fast access!
  • No cables!
What you need:
  • A laptop, pocket PC or handheld device with 802.11b or 802.11g wireless capability. Your existing device may already have this capability built-in. If not, you can purchase a wireless networking card for most laptops and many handhelds at any major electronics retailer.
  • Web Browser - You can use any standard Internet-ready browser on any operating system.
    No additional software is required. The City encourages you to have virus-scanning software on your computer. In addition, you can protect yourself by keeping your computer up-to-date with critical operating system patches.
  • Network name (SSID) - Pick up a flyer at the Manske Library, Community Recreation Center, or Senior Center for SSID information. 
  • DHCP and Wireless Mode - Your computer should be setup for dynamic DHCP by selecting “Obtain an IP address automatically” in TCP/IP properties. The wireless mode should be set to “Infrastructure.”

Coverage will vary throughout each building. Most wireless software has an indicator that tells you a signal is being received. Make sure the link quality and signal strength are both at least "good." If not, move about the room to a location that allows a stronger signal.

Locations

Manske Library
13613 Webb Chapel - 972-247-2511
Wireless is available throughout the building,and is brought to you by the
Friends of the Library.

Community Recreation Center
14050 Heartside - 972-247-4607
Wireless is available in the south wing and main lobby.

Senior Center
14055 Dennis Lane - 972-241-8636
Wireless is available throughout the building.

 FYI

Please make sure your wireless device is fully charged. Access to an electrical outlet may not be available.

Printing is not available via the wireless connection. Printing may be available at the public Internet computers.

Staff cannot assist you in configuring and/or troubleshooting your equipment.

The City cannot guarantee that your wireless equipment is compatible with the City’s network.