Stay Connected. Be Engaged.

Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø offers several wireless networks to help you stay connected and productive. Connect to the 5GHz (fastest) or 2.4GHz (legacy) WiFi network for your compatible laptops/mobile devices and the registered network for your IoT (Internet of Things) devices. While on a Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø transient bus, connect to our 3rd-party network. Campus guests and those from participating institutions of the Eduroam project can connect to specialized, designated networks.

Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi (5GHz-supported devices only) and Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-LegacyWiFi (2.4GHz-supported devices) are secure and encrypted wireless networks geared for use on cell phones, laptops, and tablets by Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø students and employees.

How to Connect to Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi or Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-LegacyWiFi

  1. Select Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi or Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-LegacyWiFi from your device's wireless network list.

  2. Enter required information. Connect.
    Select Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi

Androids & Chromebooks

Some Android phones and Chromebooks may require you to specify the following settings:

  • EAP Method: PEAP
  • Phase 2 Authentication: MSCHAPV2
  • Domain/Suffix Domain: valdosta.edu
  • Certificate: select Do not validate (This may be a necessary workaround due to an undisclosed device bug.)
    • The Do not validate setting may not appear by default on some newer Android phones. Instead, select Use System Certificates and a drop-down menu should appear below this one where you can choose Do not validate.
  • Identity: Enter your MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Username (without the @valdosta.edu)
  • Password: Enter your MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Password
  • Anonymous Identity: Leave blank

 


Apple & Other Devices

Enter your MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø username only and password into the appropriate fields and Join the network. 
If prompted, choose to Trust the certificate

     Login with your MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Account

 

 

 

 


Expired Password/Connection: If it has been more than 180 days since your last connection to Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi/Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-LegacyWiFi or if maintenance has occurred that prevents you from connecting, you may need to select the Forget Network function on your device to remove the invalid Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-WiFi/LegacyWiFi connection and then complete the steps above to establish a new connection.

Need help? Call Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357 or submit a ticket at .

Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-IOT (campus-wide) and Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-IOT-5G (Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø residence halls only) is the wireless network designed specifically for Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as gaming consoles, smart TVs, streaming devices, and more.

You must first register your IoT device before connecting to this network. (Limited to 5 devices)


Register Your IOT Device

  1. On a computer or device other than your IoT device, visit  
    Enter your MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø credentials; click Log In.  

  2. Click Register your device.
  3. Enter requested information and then click Register Device. 
  • Enter the IoT device MAC Address (also known as WiFi or physical address) separated by colons (example AA:BB:CC:11:22:33). Find Your MAC Address 
  • Enter a Device Name that you can easily recognize

Optional: To share access to your device with others, enter their MyÏ㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø username. Use a comma to separate each user (ex. user1, user2, user3).
NOTES:

  • Currently this feature is not available campus wide, but only at select locations.
  • AirGroup/AirPlay uses device ownership and location information to limit the printers and Apple TVs available to network users.
  • A personal device is automatically shared with other devices owned by the same user. 

Register Additional Devices:

Click Register Your Device on the left bar and repeat the process.  

Manage Your Devices:

Click Manage Your Devices to edit, share, remove an existing device, or to add an additional device. 

Restart your IoT device & connect to Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-IOT or Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-IOT-5G.  

Need help? Call Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.HELP (4357) or submit a ticket at  

Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-Guests is the wireless network designed solely for use by visitors of Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø, such as parents or vendors. Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍøors must create a guest account which will be valid for a limited time:

Available Monday thru Sunday, 7AM - 11:00PM (EST) | 10-hours session duration


How to Connect to Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-Guests WiFi

1. Choose Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-Guests from your device network list and tap Register with Email or Mobile #.
  • AT&T users must register with an email to receive login credentials.

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2. Fill out the required fields; tap Register. You will receive a text message or an email from ClearPass@valdosta.edu that will include your guest username and password. Check your Inbox or Spam folder.

3. Enter the provided Username and Password. 

4. Read and Accept the Use Policy; tap Log In to connect.

Enjoy Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-GUESTS wireless network!

Need help? Call Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357.

During normal business hours.

Grant Presenter Access to Guests

Full-time Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø faculty and staff members can grant Presenter access to guests who are using the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-Guests WiFi network. This special access allows guest presenters to connect and project their personal device (i.e., laptops, smart phones, and tablets) wirelessly to the university's audio/video system that is available in many classrooms and presenter locations.

*All guest presenters must first connect their device to the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø-Guests network.

EMPLOYEES:

  1. Log in to the IOT Registration Portal at using your Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø username and password.

eduroam is a secure and encrypted wireless connection that is available at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø to students, researchers, faculty, and staff associated with another higher education institution that is participating in the eduroam project. eduroam is available at all University System of Georgia (USG) institutions and globally. 

CONNECT: Select eduroam from your list of networks and enter the email address and password from your home institution.

To learn more about eduroam, visit and

Need help?
Call Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357 or submit a support ticket at .

WAAV-Valdosta-#### is a third-party open WiFi connection that is available on Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø shuttle and athletic buses that allow you to stay connected even when you are on the go.

The hashtags are replaced by the four numbers assigned to the bus you are on.

Open WiFI on Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Buses

Need help? Call Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center at 229.245.4357 or submit a ticket at .

Got questions? Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø the Wireless FAQ page.

Need more help? Contact Ï㽶ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Solutions Center.