Getting Connected with Residence Halls
Make sure you are aware of the UW-Eau Claire's Computer and Network Usage Guidelines. Any devices detected within Housing & Residence Life network that are compromised by malware, spyware, viruses or personal routers/access points that are causing network problems or abuse or are in violation of the UWEC Copyright Policy, are subject to be removed from the network.
Connecting to the Wireless Network
Connect your wireless device that you'll use across campus (phone, tablet, laptop, watch) to the UWEC network. You will need your UWEC username and password to connect. You will use this network all over campus, including the residence halls.
For other devices such as gaming consoles, Smart TVs and other non-standard devices that you cannot authenticate to the UWEC network, use the UWECreshall network. You will need to first register your device's MAC Address at the My Devices Portal (https://mydevices.uwec.edu) in order to connect to this network.
My Devices Portal
Need help finding your MAC Address?
Find your MAC Address
For those devices which do not have a wired, Ethernet port, you may need to purchase a Wireless USB Adaptor. Many gaming consoles, desktops and other devices can connect this way. Some devices need specific manufacturer adaptors to work (ex: Apple devices, Nintendo, etc.).
Connecting to the Wired Network
We strongly encourage everyone to use the campus wireless network. Residents should use the network named UWEC whenever possible. This network will prompt you to login with your UWEC username and password to secure your connection.
If you still require a physical port to be activated in your room, please submit a request below. Wired connectivity is very limited and please know that device activation will be prioritized for those with academic needs first.
Since port activations are very limited throughout the Residence Halls, if approved, your request will be completed within 48-72 business hours upon approval. At the beginning of the semester we are very busy so these requests may take even longer.
Haymarket Landing student room ports are already activated for your use. There is no reason to submit a request.
There are currently no port activations available at Priory Hall.
Use of the campus network is subject to the UWEC Computer and Network Usage Guidelines.
Port Activation Form
Beginning on June 19, our Housing Portal is being upgraded, so please submit any new Ethernet Port Activations requests to the LTS Helpdesk at helpdesk@uwec.edu. Make sure to include your Residence Hall, Room Number and Ethernet (Port) number.
