How do I register my devices to the Northwood network?

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Connect to the northwood wireless network
Open a Web Browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc) and try to visit a webpage
- You should be redirected to our registration page, if not visit https://wifi.northwood.edu
Choose the link Register a Computer | Tablet | Cell Phone
Enter your Northwood username and password
Click Register My Device
When the countdown is complete Close the Web Browser, and try to visit a web page, the page should now load

SUPPORTED DEVICES	NON-SUPPORTED DEVICES
Smart TVs Gaming Devices (XBox, PS4, Etc) Amazon Echo Devices	Nest Cam, Nest Mini, Nest Hub, Nest Hub Max Google Home and Google Stadia Google Chromecast

Connect your entertainment device to the northwood network
- Wireless (WiFi) Connection - Skip to step 2 *Google does not allow their Google Home, Nest or Chromecast devices to connect to WPA-2 Enterprise or unsecured networks like the northwood wireless network. Until Google changes their architecture these products are NOT supported at Northwood University. Click Here to provide feedback to Google with a tweet or direct message.
- Wired (Ethernet) Connection - Most dorm ethernet ports are inactive upon move-in other than the one active green label ports in Dubois, Miner and North Village West Halls. If you need a port activated, or if your green designated port does not work, please submit a service request.
Ensure your device is compatabible with the northwood network (shown in the table above)
Go to a computer or mobile device that has already been successfully registered to the NU network (see step 1 above)
Open a Web Browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc)
Visit https://wifi.northwood.edu
Choose the link Register a Gaming Console | Smart TV | Entertainment Device only
Enter the your Northwood username, password and applicable (wireless or wired) MAC Address of the device as indicated on the registration page
Choose the device type from the dropdown
Click Register
Your device will be able to connect to the Northwood network 5 minutes after successfully registering

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