Game consoles, smart TVs, streaming devices, some smart devices, and wired (ethernet) desktops can be connected to the Rutgers Residential Network (ResNet) which is available only in the Residence Halls. To connect your phone or laptop to the wireless network for use across all Rutgers buildings, please reference the instructions on how to connect to RUWireless Secure. 

To configure your device for Resnet, obtain your device MAC address and proceed to the ResNet Device Registration portal to register your device so it can access the network. Instructions on how to use the portal and how to locate your MAC Address for common devices can be found below. Please note, your device will only connect after it has successfully been registered via the portal. 

Anyone connecting to the Rutgers Network must follow the Rutgers Acceptable Use Policy for Computing and Information Technology Resources [PDF]. If you are caught violating this policy, your connection may be terminated without warning.

Wired Devices 

In order to connect a wired device to ResNet, you must have an ethernet cord connecting your device to the black or grey port in your room. If your device does not have an ethernet port you may purchase an adapter to use for a wired connection. In this case, please use the MAC Address of the adapter when using the portal.

Wireless Devices

For wireless-only devices, such as Google Home or Amazon Echo products, first connect it to the IOT wireless network. 

• Network SSID: RUIOT (note: must be all uppercase)
• Password: resnetiot (note: must be all lowercase)

Some devices may require your phone to be on the same network as your device to complete the setup process or change settings on your device. In this case you will have to add your phone in the Registration portal as well. Phones are only allowed to be on the IOT wireless network to assist with configuring your smart device, and must promptly be removed from the portal once the setup process is complete. 

Note that prior to trying to connect a phone or tablet, you will have to go into the settings on your phone/tablet for the RUIOT network and turn off the Private Wi-Fi Address setting, if it is there. 

Using the ResNet Device Registration Portal

1. Go to the ResNet Device Registration portal on a device that is already connected to the internet.
2. Login with your NetID and password. 
3. On the portal click Add Device. Then enter the device's MAC Address, a Name for the device, whether it is wired or wireless, and the Device type.
   
        
   
   
4. Click Add and it will begin to search for your device. When it is found on the network, it will display that your device was added successfully. Note that this process may take a few minutes. 
5. If your device is not found on the network you will need to connect it via an ethernet cord for wired devices, or by connecting to the wireless network: RUIOT with password: resnetiot. Once connected, you must go back to the ResNet Device Registration portal and click Check Connections under the Pending Connection section to complete the registration process. Note that this process may take a few minutes. 
   
        
   
   
6. Your device must show up under the My Registered Devices section of the portal before it can connect to the ResNet network. If your device still can not connect, please contact the OIT Help Desk. 

Device is not connecting

• The ResNet Device Registration portal is only for use on the ResNet Network located in the Residence Halls. Devices registered through this portal will not work on RUWirelessSecure.
• If you add your device using the portal before you connect it to the port in your room for wired devices, or to the RUIOT Network for wireless devices, you must go back to the portal and click Check Connections under the Pending Connection section. 
• If you receive an error message, please contact your local IT Help Desk. 

Supported devices

The following is a list of devices that have been tested on the residential network. This is a live list, as testing is done continually, and is subject to change.

Supported in Residence Halls	Approved in Residential Halls, Connection Not Guaranteed	Prohibited in Residence Halls
Xbox One (Wired, Wireless) Xbox X (Wired, Wireless) PS4 (Wired, Wireless) PS5 (Wired, Wireless) Nintendo Switch (Wireless) Roku/Roku Express (Wired, Wireless) Android TV (Wireless) Amazon Fire TV (Wireless) Google Home (Wireless)	Smart Bulbs (Wireless) Smart Outlet (Wireless) Love Lamps (Wireless) Scales (Wireless)	Networked Printers Routers Video Doorbells Security Cameras

How to locate your MAC Address

Locating a device's MAC address is dependent on its manufacturer. Below is a list of commonly used devices and instructions on how to locate the MAC address. 

Windows

1. Open the Windows start menu, then type cmd in the search bar.
2. Press Enter to open Command Prompt.
3. Type ipconfig/all
4. Press Enter.
5. Under the Ethernet adapter section. The Physical Address is the MAC address.

Mac

1. Go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Network.
2. Make sure that the Ethernet interface is selected on the left side.
3. Click on Advanced on the right, and then the Hardware tab. 

PlayStation

1. Power on without a disc in the system.
2. On the main menu navigate to Settings.
3. Click on Network.
4. Navigate to View Connection Status.
5. You will see the Wireless Mac Address and the Wired Mac Address.

Xbox One

1. Go to My Xbox in the dashboard and select Settings.
2. Select Network.
3. Select Advanced Settings from the Network Settings tab.
4. At the bottom of this screen, you'll see a heading for Wired MAC and Wireless MAC. 

Xbox Series X or Series S

1. Navigate to the Settings page.
2. Select Network.
3. Select Advanced Settings.
4. Under IP settings, the MAC address will be listed next to Wired MAC and Wireless MAC on the right-hand side of the screen.

Switch

1. Select System Settings from the HOME Menu.
2. Scroll down through the menu and select Internet.
3. The Nintendo Switch console's MAC address will be listed under System MAC Address.

Apple TV

1. Go to Settings.
2. Then select General.
3. Click Network.
4. The mac address will be listed as Ethernet Address.

Android TV

1. Go to Settings > Network > Status. The mac address will be listed.

Roku

1. The mac address is printed on the bottom or back of the Roku player.
2. Alternatively, from the Roku home screen, select Settings > About. The mac address will be displayed.

Amazon Echo

1. Download the Amazon Alexa app to your phone and sign in with your Amazon account.
2. Connect to the wireless network transmitted by your Echo device.
3. The wireless MAC address for your Echo can be found at the bottom of the Echo Setup screen in the Alexa app.

Google Home

1. Turn on your Google Home.
2. Open the Google Home app on your tablet or smartphone.
3. Choose the Google Home from the list of available devices nearby and tap on Set Up.
4. Allow your device to connect to your Google Home.
5. Type in the Google Home location and tap on Continue.
6. The wireless MAC address is in the bottom right of your device’s screen.

Google Home Mini

1. Turn on the Google Home Mini.
2. Open the Google Home App on your tablet or phone.
3. Choose the Google Home Mini from the list of nearby devices and select Set Up.
4. When asked about your Wi-Fi info, tap on the three dots in the top right corner of your screen.
5. The MAC address of your Google Home Mini should be in the window that pops up.