NIU Wi-Fi Access and
Secure Access to the NIU Network

NIU Wi-Fi Access

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.

Wireless in the Residence Halls

The residence hall network uses Cisco's Network Access Client (NAC) to ensure that computers connecting to the network are secure and up-to-date. Anyone using the residence hall wireless network must download and install NAC the first time they get online. NAC will verify that proper anti-virus software and all critical Windows updates are installed. See housing.niu.edu/housing/restech/helpdesk/nac.shtml for details.

If you live in the residence halls and need help getting online in the residence halls, call the ResTech Helpdesk at 815-753-6267.

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 at www.webmap.niu.edu. 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