Northern Illinois University

Information Technology Services


Date Last Reviewed:08/09/2011

NIU Wi-Fi

This is the only wireless site available until a connection to NIU Wi-Fi has been established.
To set up a connection, choose one below:

  • NIU WPA - for a device purchased before 2007.
  • NIU WPA2 - for most devices purchased after March 2006. WPA2-enabled devices have a "Wi-Fi certification" sticker.

The NIU Wireless security certificate

You may need to manually download the NIU Wireless Security Certificate.

You may need to enable the security certificate if it downloaded automatically. 
 - Enable the NIU security certificate on Windows 7 and Vista
 - Enable the NIU security certificate on Windows XP

NIU Wi-Fi coverage: see the Interactive Campus Web Map.Choose Wireless Internet under Legend.

Need help? Bring your device to the ITS Contact Center, TS 114, at the south end of the Public Safety and Health Services building. Look for the burgundy awning.

Secure Access to the NIU Network

SSL AnyConnect is a secure connection when an NIU IP address is needed.

https://secure.niu.edu

NOTE: Additional step required after a Manual Installation

  • The "Connect to:" field will be blank. Enter secure.niu.edu .

    Learn more > General information about SSL AnyConnect VPN