How do I connect and register my phone, computer or entertainment devices to the northwood WiFi or dorm network ethernet port?

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I'm a Northwood student or staff member, how do I connect and access the Internet?

How do I connect and register my Computer/Tablet/Cell Phone to WiFi?

Disable MAC randomization/private addresses on your device
Connect your device to the northwood WiFi
Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.)
- If not automatically redirected, visit https://wifi.northwood.edu
Choose Students, Faculty, and Staff
Enter your Northwood username and password
Click Register My Device
- Wait for the countdown to complete
Close the web browser
Try to visit a web page again; it should now load

How do I connect and register my Gaming Console/Smart TV/Entertainment or other Devices to WiFi?

Connect your gaming console/smart tv/entertainment device to the northwood WiFi
- NOTE: Google Home, Nest, and Chromecast devices are not compatible with Open/WPA-2 Enterprise networks, like the Northwood WiFi, and therefore not supported. There are quite a few other devices on the market that also do not support Open/WPA-2 Enterprise networks so please be sure to check the manufacturer's manuals beforehand.
For Game Console (Xbox/PS/Nintendo) the registration process is now automatic. Kindly refrain from disconnecting your gaming console or registering it; it will automatically gain Internet access within 5-10 minutes.
For supported TV's, Smart Home Devices such as Roku, Amazon products and other devices:
1. Connect your smart tv/entertainment device to the northwood WiFi
  - Disable MAC randomization/private addresses on your device(s)
2. Go to a previously registered computer or mobile device
3. Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.)
4. Go to https://wifi.northwood.edu
5. Select Register a Smart Home Device or TV
6. Enter your Northwood username, password, and the wireless MAC Address of the device
  - If you're utilizing an Ethernet port for connection, please enter the physical MAC Address of the device instead
7. Choose the device type from the dropdown
8. Click Register
9. Your device will connect to the northwood WiFi after 5 minutes

How do I connect my device to the wired network via an Ethernet cable?

Dubois and Miner Residence Halls

Connect your device to one of the two green-labeled ports below the wireless access point on your dorm wall (ignore the blue and red ports as those are NOT active)
- If it's a computer, smart TV, or entertainment device, you'll need to register it after plugging it into a green active port by using the How do I connect and register my Gaming Console/Smart TV/Entertainment Device to WiFi instructions above
- For gaming consoles, the registration process is automatic. Kindly refrain from disconnecting your gaming console; it will automatically gain internet access within 5-10 minutes.

If you encounter any issues, submit a service request

Naegele and North Village Apartments

Connect your device to the one active green-labeled Ethernet port in your dorm
- If it's a computer, smart TV, or entertainment device, you'll need to register it after plugging it into a green active port by using the How do I connect and register my Gaming Console/Smart TV/Entertainment Device to WiFi instructions above
- For gaming consoles, the registration process is automatic. Kindly refrain from disconnecting your gaming console; it will automatically gain internet access within 5-10 minutes.

If you encounter any issues, submit a service request

I'm an on-campus visitor or NADA Hotel guest, how do I connect and access the WiFi?

Northwood University on-campus visitors and guests staying at the NADA hotel can connect to the northwood wireless network. Guest access is provided for a duration of 60 hours. For extended stays, users are required to self-register once the initial session expires.

Disable MAC randomization/private addresses on your device
Connect to northwood WiFi
If not redirected, open a web browser (Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari) and visit https://wifi.northwood.edu
Select Guests
Agree to the AUP
Wait for device registration countdown
Close and reopen browser to join the network
- Visitor and guest access will remain active for 60 hours. If users plan to stay longer, they must re-register once the initial session expires.

NOTE: As most other public WiFi services, northwood is not an encrypted network. Use https or other secure applications if you need to send personal or confidential data.

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Wed 5/10/17 10:26 AM

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