Network Connection
Wireless Network Access
Connect your devices to Stockton University's wireless networks easily with the step-by-step
instructions below. Choose your preferred connection type to get started.
Connection Steps:
Stockton-Secure-WiFi
Preferred secure connection for Stockton students, faculty, and staff.
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Step 1
Select "Stockton-Secure-WiFi" from available networks
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Step 2
🔐 Enter your GoPortal username and password when prompted
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Step 3
✔️ Accept the security certificate if requested
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Connected!
🔁 Your device will now connect automatically on campus until you change your GoPortal
password!
ℹ️ Stockton GoPortal users can connect up to 3 devices simultaneously.
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Stockton-WiFi
Quick, temporary internet access available for guests and campus visitors.
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Step 1
Select "Stockton-WiFi" from
available networks
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Step 2
📲 Open your web browser
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Step 3
☑️ Accept the Acceptable Use Policy
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Connected!
🕰️ You will have internet access for 12 hours.
After 12 hours you will have to follow these steps again to regain access to the Internet.
⚠️ Stockton's uest network has limited bandwidth and access to internal resources.
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Wireless Network Access
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Device-Specific Connection Guides
Need help connecting your device? Select your device type below to view easy, step-by-step
instructions with visuals.
Apple Devices
Apple Mobile Devices
- Select Settings
- Select WiFi
- Under Choose a Network, select Stockton-Secure-WiFi
- Enter your Username and Password and select Join

- When prompted, select Trust on the wifi.stockton.edu certificate

Includes iPad, iPhone, and iPod.
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Apple Laptops / Computers
- Click the Apple Logo in the top-left
- Select System Preferences
- Click Network and select WiFi from the left
- Select Stockton-Secure-WiFi from the Network list
- Enter your Username and Password and select Join
- Click Apply and close the configuration window
Includes Mac, Mac Pro, MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air.
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Windows Devices
Windows 10
- Select Settings
- Select Wi-Fi
- Ensure Wi-Fi networking is on
- Select Stockton-Secure-WiFi
- Enter your Username and Password and select Connect
- If you are prompted for a certificate, choose Accept
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Android Devices
Android Mobile Devices
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- Select Apps
- Select Settings
- Select WiFi
- Under WiFi Networks, select Stockton-Secure-WiFi
- Enter the following settings:
EAP Method: PEAP
Phase 2 Auth: MSCHAPV2
CA Certificate: Use system certificates
Minimum TLS version: TLS v1.0
Online Certificate Status: Do not validate
User Certificate: Unspecified
Domain: stockton.edu
Identity: [Your Username]
Anonymous Identity: [Your Username]@ac.stockton
Password: Your Password
6. Uncheck verify server certificate if applicable
If any settings are not available to be configured, ignore those settings listed here.
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Chromebooks
Chromebook
- Click on the Quick Settings Panel at the bottom right of your screen
- Click on “no-network”
- Select the Stockton-Secure-WiFi network
- Enter the following settings:
EAP Method: PEAP
Phase 2 Auth: MSCHAPV2
CA Certificate: Use system certificates
Minimum TLS version: TLS v1.0
Online Certificate Status: Do not validate
User Certificate: Unspecified
Domain: stockton.edu
Identity: [Your Username]
Anonymous Identity: [Your Username]@ac.stockton
Password: Your Password
6. Uncheck verify server certificate if applicable
If any settings are not available to be configured, ignore those settings listed here.
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Housing Connection
For help, call 609-652-4309 or send e-mail to Helpdesk@stockton.edu
Students residing on campus are able to connect to Stockton's LAN which will provide them with very fast access to the Internet. You will need an ethernet
cable to access this resource along with a computer that has an available network
jack. A
Stockton's wireless network also support for a variety of gaming consoles and entertainment devices. Students are reminded that the illegal downloading of music and video files is a
violation of the Acceptable Usage Standards of Computing and Communication Technology and Federal copyright law. Also, please be aware that Internet of things (IoT), Smart
Home devices, and network printers may not work well on our network as they are designed
by their manufacturer for a consumer home network. Many protocols required for their
use may not work or be available on our network.
The following types of devices are not supported on Stockton WiFi networks:
- Network Printers
- Smart Home Devices like security cameras, smart bulbs, smart plugs, roombas, etc.
- Devices that rely on Network Discovery protocols to operate, such as those needing
a companion mobile app on the same network.
Gaming & Media Devices
Students living on campus are able to connect their game consoles and media streaming
devices to the network by using Stockton's self managed device registration system,
NetReg.
Below, you will find instructions for locating the MAC address for various devices
that can be registered on the network.
Playstation Consoles
Playstation 5
- From the home screen, select the gear icon (settings) in the upper right.
- Select System.
- Select "Console Information".
- Note the MAC address (Wi-Fi) displayed at the bottom of the list.
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Playstation 4
- Turn on your Playstation 4 without any disk in the drive and wait for the menu to
pop up.
- Navigate to the "Settings" icon (located on the far left).
- Select the "System" icon under the Settings menu.
- Select "System Information."
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Playstation 3
- Navigate to "Settings" and select "System Settings."
- Scroll down and select "System Information."
- Your MAC Address will be the first item listed.
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Xbox Consoles
Xbox One
- Navigate to My Games and Apps
- Select Settings.
- Select Network.
- Select Advanced Settings.
- The MAC Addresses for the wired and wireless adapters should be displayed.
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Xbox 360
- Navigate to My Xbox on the Xbox Dashboard.
- Select System Settings.
- Select Network Settings.
- Select Configure Network.
- Under Basic Settings check to make sure IP Settings is set to Automatic.
- Go to Additional Settings.
- Select Advanced Settings.
- The MAC Addresses for the wired and wireless adapters should be displayed.
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Nintendo Consoles
Switch
- Select "System Settings" from the HOME Menu.
- Scroll down through the menu and select "Internet."
- The Nintendo Switch console's MAC address will be listed under "System MAC Address."
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Wii U
- From the Wii U Menu, select "System Settings."
- Using the Left Stick select the "Internet" icon and press the A Button.
- Select "View MAC Address" and wait a moment for the MAC address to be displayed.
- When you are finished, tap "Back."
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3DS
- From the HOME menu, highlight and select the System Settings Icon.
- Select "Internet Settings."
- Tap "Other Information."
- Tap "Confirm MAC Address." Your system's MAC Address will be displayed on the screen.
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Amazon Alexa & Fire TV
Fire TV/Stick
- From the Main Menu go to Settings
- Select "System"
- Then go to "About"
- Toggle down to Network
- Look for the MAC Address (Wi-Fi)
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Alexa/Echo
- In the Alexa app, open the left navigation panel and then select Settings.
- Select your device and then select Update Wi-Fi. OR If you're adding a new device
to your account, select Set up a new device instead.
- On your Echo device, press and hold the Action button until the light ring changes
to orange. Your mobile device will then connect to your Echo device.
- A list of available Wi-Fi networks appear in the app.
- Select ANY Wi-Fi network. Scroll down on this screen until you see the mac address.
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Google Home
Google Home
- Connect to your Google Home using bluetooth.
- Once connected begin the process to connect to Wi-Fi.
- After you pick the room you are installing the Google Home in and select a Wi-Fi network,
press the three vertical dots in the upper right corner of the screen while the Google Home is searching for the
network. An option to view your MAC address should appear, and after pressing that,
the app should display the MAC address.
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Roku
Roku
- From the Roku home screen, select Settings.
- From the Settings screen, select Player Info.
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Apple TV
Apple TV
- Go to the main menu on your Apple TV, and select "Settings."
- In the Settings Menu, select "About."
- Here you can find your MAC Address, listed as either the "Wireless" or "Ethernet"
(depending on the connection you are using).
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For additional support, please visit, call, or email the ITS Help Desk at (609) 652-4309
or helpdesk@stockton.edu.