Sharing the wireless network in your phone with a computer (Hotspot)
You can use the instructions below to share the wireless network in your phone (iPhone or Android) with your computer (hotspot).
Fixed: Aalto network services unavailable in Otakaari 5 and Otakaari 7
Update 28 August: Aalto network services work normally in Otakaari 5 and Otakaari 7 buildings. The issue was fixed on 27 August 2025 at 13.17.
Original news:
Aalto network services are down in Otakaari 5 and Otakaari 7 buildings. The reason for the downtime is a local power outage in both buildings.
We are working on fixing the issue as soon as possible.
We apologise for the inconvenience.
Original news:
Aalto network services are down in Otakaari 5 and Otakaari 7 buildings. The reason for the downtime is a local power outage in both buildings.
We are working on fixing the issue as soon as possible.
We apologise for the inconvenience.
What can I do?
Use your mobile hotspot to set up a connection to your computer/laptop. Remember to also use Aalto VPN to set up a remote connection to use Aalto’s services.
Questions?
For more information, please contact IT Service Desk (servicedesk@aalto.fi).
Establishing a remote connection (VPN) to an Aalto network
Read instructions on how to establish a remote connection to an Aalto network
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