Connecting to the jcu_iot Network

"jcu_iot" is a wireless network for devices that are unable to connect to "eduroam". Devices connected to "jcu_iot" do not have access to campus resources such as printers.

The "jcu_iot" network was designed to accommodate devices that cannot connect to the "eduroam" network (IE Amazon Alexa Devices, Gaming Consoles, etc). When connected to jcu_iot, you cannot use campus resources such as printers. In order to connect, you need your Private Pre-Shared Key(PPSK), this is your personal password for jcu_iot. It is not to be shared with others.

Prerequisites 

• Current JCU community member (Student, Staff, or Faculty)
• A computer or device that can access https://my.jcu.edu/portal/

This Article Covers:

• Obtaining your Unique PPSK
• Connecting to the "jcu_iot" wifi network

Obtaining Your Unique PPSK

1. Log into my.jcu.edu
2. On the left hand navigation, click on My Profile
3. On the top navigation for the My Profile page, click Access & Credentials
4. On this page will find instructions and your PPSK for the IoT network

Connecting to the "jcu_iot" wireless network

1. Choose "jcu_iot" from the list of available wifi networks on your device
2. Input the PPSK that was generated earlier in the process
3. Your device should now be connected to the wifi network, and have access to the Internet

Additional Information

• You are only able to connect 8 devices using this method. 
• PPSKs are case sensitive.
• PPSKs will be valid while you are an active member of the JCU community. For students, this means until you graduate.