Northwestern's wireless network provides secure, mobile Internet access for faculty, staff, and students from wireless access points located throughout the Evanston and Chicago campuses. Guest Wireless access is also available.

When searching for available networks, choose Northwestern. This secure network does not need VPN and requires a valid NetID to access.

Connect to the Northwestern network from a laptop, smartphone, or other mobile device using wireless access points conveniently located in campus buildings, residence halls, and public spaces including the Norris University Center and the Northwestern University Library.
 
To use the wireless service, look for the "NU Wireless Access" signs located throughout the Evanston and Chicago campuses or where indicated on the University’s interactive campus maps.  

Connect to Northwestern Wireless

	Step-by-Step Walkthroughs	How-To Videos
Mac OS X	Mountain Lion (10.8) or Lion (10.7)	Connect a Mac to Northwestern Wireless
	Snow Leopard (10.6)
Windows	Windows 8	Connect to Northwestern Wireless Using Windows 8
	Windows 7	Connect to Northwestern Wireless Using Windows 7
	Windows XP
	Windows Vista
Mobile	iPhone or iPad running iOS	Connect an iPhone or iPad to Northwestern Wireless
	Android	Connect an Android Phone to Northwestern Wireless
	Blackberry
	Windows Phone 8	Connect to Northwestern Wireless Using Windows Phone 8
Linux	Ubuntu

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