SPS Information Technology

While On Campus (Eduroam)

Choose eduroam and use your NetID@northwestern.edu and password to connect a computer, smartphone, or tablet. This secure network does not need VPN and requires a valid NetID to access. The eduroam network will also allow Northwestern students, staff, and faculty to use their NetID credentials to access wireless network services while visiting eduroam-participating institutions.

To learn more visit the Northwestern IT Knowledge Base.

Device Wireless Access at Northwestern

Choose Device-Northwestern to connect a wireless device such as a game system, printer, AppleTV, or other. Don’t use this network for your computer, tablet or phone because it does not have the same level of security as the eduroam wireless network.

Click the “Register your device” button on the right to get your personal device connected and also setup sharing.

For detailed instructions visit the Northwestern IT Service Catalog.

Departments can also setup sharing by geographical location (eg, room, floor).  This requires submitting a TDX ticket. Click the “Share your Departmental device” button on the right.

To learn more visit the Northwestern IT Service Catalog.

When Visiting Northwestern (Guest-Northwestern)

If you are a visiting guest, choose the Guest-Northwestern network when visiting the University for short- term access to the wireless network to perform general Internet activities. This network does not have the same level of security as the eduroam wireless network and should not be used to transmit sensitive information.

To learn more visit the Northwestern IT Knowledge Base.

Available to

• Students
• Faculty
• Staff
• Campus Visitors

Cost

None to use. Costs for new installation can be found on the Northwestern IT Service & Equipment Charge List.

How to Request Service

For Eduroam or Guest wireless, follow the Knowledge Base articles in line above for setup instructions.

To register a gaming system, printer or media sharing device , click the orange “Register your Device” button on the right. For detailed instructions, visit the IT Service Offering.