The Pod-O-Lee network team is continually working to upgrade our dormitory network. Our goal is to bring a stable, reliable, and fast connection to your rooms. Here is an overview of what is happening and what you can expect in the near future.

What we are planning and working on

  • New access points in blocks D and E: We are planning to install new wireless access points (APs) in blocks D and E to improve Wi-Fi coverage and capacity. Installation dates and any brief outages will be announced in advance.
  • New Ethernet cables: A wired connection is still the most stable option we have at the dormitory. We are arranging the purchase of a new batch of Ethernet patch cables. Once they arrive and are in stock, you will be able to pick them up from the televizors (our volunteer IT support staff) in your blocks.

Does your laptop lack a LAN port?

Many newer ultrabooks and MacBooks no longer have a standard RJ-45 port for an Ethernet cable. If you want to enjoy the full speed of a wired connection in your room – for gaming, downloads, or video calls without lag – all you need is an external USB or USB-C Ethernet adapter. Our televizors can also help you connect it.

Example from Alza: a USB-C to RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet adapter.

An important request: interference and personal hotspots

Good dormitory Wi-Fi takes teamwork. Radio spectrum is a shared medium, and Wi-Fi offers only a limited number of non-overlapping channels that all nearby devices must share. Our data shows dozens of mobile hotspots and private routers broadcasting nearby. This leaves the dormitory access points with less airtime, resulting in slower and less stable connections for everyone.

A personal hotspot in your room uses airtime on the same channel as nearby devices. It makes the connection worse not just for you, but also for your neighbours, often through walls. Please turn off your personal hotspot. This will reduce congestion and make the network faster and more stable for everyone.

If you need to connect more than 3 devices over Wi-Fi or 1 device over Ethernet, please contact our network team at admin@pod.cvut.cz.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience!

The Pod-O-Lee club