# Device Registration

Before using the University Wi-Fi, personal devices must be registered. Once registered, devices will be authorized to connect to either:

- CU Registered Open
- CU Registered (an encrypted network with a unique, per-device password)

Devices registered using a CU account stay active for 9 months from their last use – after that, you'll need to register again.

### Getting Connected

<p class="callout warning">Some devices use a random MAC address by default – you'll want to turn that off before registering! [Here's how](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/page/mac-address-randomization#bkmrk-we-have-step-by-step).</p>

Check out the [locating your device's MAC address](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/page/locating-your-devices-mac-address) page for step-by-step instructions on connecting and registering common devices.

#### Devices with a web browser

*Computers, phones, and tablets*

- [Connect to **CU Registered Open**](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/chapter/wi-fi).
- Register your device — your MAC address will automatically be detected.
    
    
    - If you don't automatically get prompted to register: 
        - *On Apple iOS Devices*: Make sure **auto-login** is **enabled** in CU Registered Open settings.
        - Try forgetting the CU Registered Open network and setting it up again.
        - Open a web browser and visit any website to manually initiate the registration process.
    - Select which type of account you will be using to sign in 
        - If you have a CU or PASSHE account, you can register your device using it.
        - Otherwise, you will need to request a guest account. Guest accounts are limited to fewer devices and a shorter duration of network access.
    - Select **Register this device**
    - Log in using your CU, PASSHE, or guest account
    - Provide a **device nickname** that helps you know which device this is later
    - *Optional:* Specify your own **Wi-Fi password** for this device
    - *Optional:* Enter a **phone number** to receive a text message with your device registration information
    - Review and accept the terms of use
    - Click or tap **Create Device**
    - Your device will briefly disconnect from the Wi-Fi. When it reconnects, you will have network access.
- *Optional*: [Connect to **CU Registered**](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/chapter/wi-fi) using the unique password that was generated for your device.

#### Devices without a web browser

*Gaming consoles, media players, and TVs*

- [Find your device’s MAC address](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/page/locating-your-devices-mac-address).
- Head to our [registration portal](https://netreg.commonwealthu.edu) on a different device.
    
    
    - Log in using your CU, PASSHE, or guest account
    - Under **Devices**, click **Create Device**
    - Provide a **device nickname** that helps you know which device this is later
    - *Optional:* Specify your own **Wi-Fi password** for this device
    - *Optional:* Enter a **phone number** to receive a text message with your device registration information
    - Review and accept the terms of use
    - Click **Create Device**
- [Connect to Wi-Fi](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/chapter/wi-fi) — you’re good to go!

### Managing Devices

*Manage your devices at [netreg.commonwealthu.edu](https://netreg.commonwealthu.edu).*

View and manage your registered devices, update Wi-Fi passwords, and add or remove devices anytime. Log in with your CU, PASSHE, or guest account.

### Visiting campus?

No problem — guests can easily get online by registering for temporary access.

Here’s how it works:

- [Connect to **CU Registered Open**](https://kb.itd.commonwealthu.edu/books/network/chapter/wi-fi).
- When prompted, select **I am a guest**, then **request guest account**.
- Enter your name, email address, and mobile phone number.
- We’ll text you a temporary username and password.
- Follow the steps above to register your device.
- *Optional:* Check your email for a confirmation link, if you need guest access longer than 24 hours.