Residential Village Wi-Fi Networks

This article explains the different wireless networks in NKU's Residential Village, the requirements to join each wireless network, as well as the access of each wireless network.

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Norse_Net

The main wireless network on campus, Norse_Net, extends to the Residential Village. If you already use Norse_Net on campus, you should automatically connect to it in the Residential Village. If not, you can connect to it using your NKU username and password.

Requirements

Norse_Net requires an active NKU account. When connecting to the Norse_Net, you will need to enter your NKU credentials to access the wireless network. If asked for a domain, enter "hh.nku.edu".

How to Connect

1. Open the Wi-Fi settings on your device, then click or tap "Norse_Net".
2. You will see a message asking if you wish to continue connecting.  Click "Connect".
3. Enter your NKU username and password.
4. You will then be connected to Norse_Net.

NKU MyWifi

NKU MyWifi allows you to set up a private wireless network for your room (and common areas within your building).

With NKU MyWifi, you can:

• Connect your wireless printer and game systems
• Stream from your phone to TV

Requirements

NKU MyWifi requires users to set up a private network, then connect their devices (such as game systems).

How to Set Up a Private Network

1. Visit nku.campuswifi.net, tick the "Agree to Terms and Conditions" box, then log in with your NKU username and password
2. Enter or generate a WPA2 password for your network.

3. A QR code will be generated for devices with a camera and QR reader.  Scan the QR code to securely onboard your devices. For devices without a camera, you will need to select the NKU MyWifi network on the device and enter the generated WPA2 Password to connect.
4. A list of your connected devices will show on this page as well.

Norse_Guest

Norse_Guest is the recommended wireless network for any NKU guests, such as parents, friends of students, or vendors.  NKU students can also use Norse_Guest if they cannot connect their device to the NKU Residential Wireless wireless network.

Access

Guest accounts will only have access to the Internet.  The Norse_Guest wireless network grants NKU Faculty, Staff, and Students limited access to NKU internal services such as shared drives (J: and K: drives).

How to Connect

Open the Wi-Fi settings on your device.

Note: If you are connecting an iPhone or iPad, first tap the information icon for NORSE_GUEST.  Turn off "Private Address".

1. In the Wi-Fi settings on your device (an iPhone is shown here), and select "NORSE_GUEST".