Guests Wi-Fi
Note: Individual guest Wi-Fi access will timeout after 24 hours. However, guests attending a multi-day event will not be required to reconnect every 24 hours.
How to configure access for individual guests
- Under your computer's Wi-Fi settings, select 'uw-wifi-setup-no-encryption' from the list of available networks.
- In the Join 'uw-wifi-setup-no-encryption' pop-up window, scroll down and select the 'Click here if you are a guest user' option.
- Enter your first name, last name, and email address into each respective field. Click 'I Agree' to continue.
- A confirmation code will be sent via email. Enter the code into the pop-up window to connect to the Wi-Fi. There may be a 10-minute window for you to enter the code before the process times out and needs to be restarted.
How to configure access for events (setup for event organizers)
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Event organizer has to submit a request (rt-ist-csgs@rt.uwaterloo.ca)
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Request must include:
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The name of the event
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Start Date
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IST Service Desk will create the name and a password for the event and will sent the password to the organizer’s email address.
How to configure access for events (setup for event attendees)
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Under your computer's Wi-Fi settings, select 'uw-wifi-setup-no-encryption' from the list of available networks.
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In the Join 'uw-wifi-setup-no-encryption' pop-up window, scroll down and select the 'Click here if you are attending an event' option.
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Enter your first name, last name, email address, and password into each respective field. Click 'Submit' to connect your device.