In order to connect an Internet of Things (IoT) device to the UConn network, you must register your device by providing the device's MAC address. Every network-connected device has an IP address and a unique MAC address that identifies it on the network.
The MAC address, sometimes referred to as a Physical Address, can be found in the device’s About, System Information, or Network Settings page. A MAC address comprises 12 letters and numbers typically separated with colons or hyphens, such as xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx or xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx.
This article covers how to find the MAC address on devices commonly registered with ITS.
Gaming Consoles
At the home menu, go left to select Settings, and then choose Network Settings
Select Settings and Connection Status List.
Scroll to the bottom area to find the MAC Address.
Select Settings on the home screen.
Scroll down to System.
Select System Information.
The wired and wireless MAC Addresses are listed at the bottom of the screen.
Select Settings on the home screen.
Scroll down to Network.
Scroll down to View Connection Status.
The wired and wireless MAC Addresses will be listed on this screen.
To connect to the UCONN-GUEST network, give the Wireless MAC Address to the ITS Tech Support Center.
Go to the home screen.
Choose System Settings at the far right of the home screen.
Choose Network Settings.
Select Wireless Network.
Select Configure Network.
Select Additional Settings.
Select Advanced Settings.
The Wireless MAC Address should be listed in the middle area.
Press the Xbox button on the controller to open the guide.
Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Network settings.
Choose Advanced Settings.
On the right side of this screen, there are headings for Wired MAC and Wireless MAC Addresses.
To connect to the UCONN-GUEST network, give the Wireless MAC Address to the ITS Tech Support Center.