Campus Wi-Fi

Connect to Wi-Fi

  • Attention iPhone and iPad users! Click here for important information related to iOS14 and the Private Address setting.
  • IMPORTANT: If you are a new student and have not yet changed your password, go to passwordchange.bju.edu, change your password, and complete the password registration process. Be sure your password meets the specified requirements. If your password has expired, please go to the password change site to reset it. If you have problems resetting your password, call IT Support at extension 3880.
  • The two main wireless networks for the university are BJU-Campus and BJU-ResNet. “ResNet” covers the residence halls and “Campus” covers most other locations. The instructions below refer to BJU-Campus, but those living in the residence halls will also want to connect to BJU-ResNet. You only have to register a device once.
  • Keep in mind that device settings and operating systems vary. The instructions below are intended as a guide and are not designed to cover every device variation. If you have questions, visit Technology Resources in AL 207.

Setup for the BJU Network on a Windows 8/10 Device

FORGET PREVIOUS BJU WI-FI NETWORKS (FOR FIRST-TIME SETUP, SKIP TO “CONNECT TO NETWORK”)

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon at the bottom right of the taskbar, and open Network & Internet Settings.
  2. In the Wi-Fi tab, click “Manage Known Networks.”
  3. Select and Forget each BJU network.

CONNECT TO NETWORK

Connect to BJU-Campus using your BJU username and password. If prompted, confirm by clicking Connect again.

REGISTER YOUR COMPUTER

If your computer is already registered, you can skip this step.
  • Try to access any off-campus website. If your computer is not registered, you should be re-directed to nsapp.bju.edu/registration.
  • If you are not redirected automatically, you can type nsapp.bju.edu in your web browser address bar and press the Enter key.
  • In the registration page, enter your username and password and click Download. A progress bar will appear and will take about 45 seconds to complete.
  • When the registration process has finished, close the window and try going to an internet website. If the website opens in your browser, you are successfully connected to Wi-Fi!

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you cannot access the internet, try the following actions and attempt to go to an internet website after each one.
  • Close your web browser and reopen it.
  • Turn Wi-Fi off and back on again.
  • Restart your computer.
  • Other problems may prevent a connection; visit Technology Resources in room 207 of the Alumni Building for more assistance.

Setup for the BJU Network on a Windows 7 Device

  • Windows 7 is no longer a supported operating system. You should upgrade your computer to Windows 10 as soon as possible. In the meantime, you may visit Technology Resources to get your computer connected to the network temporarily.
  • Windows 10 download tool (You will need a valid Windows 10 key to upgrade.)

Setup for the BJU Network on a Mac

DELETE PREVIOUS BJU WI-FI NETWORKS. (FOR FIRST-TIME SETUP, GO TO “CONNECT TO NETWORK”)

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon at the top right of the taskbar and select Open Network Preferences.
  2. In the Wi-Fi tab, click Advanced.
  3. Select each BJU network and click the minus button to remove them.

CONNECT TO NETWORK

  1. In your Wi-Fi settings, connect to BJU-Campus.
  2. When prompted, enter your BJU username and password. (Enter your username with all lowercase letters.)

REGISTER YOUR COMPUTER

If your computer is already registered, you can skip this step.
  • Try to access any off-campus website. If your computer is not registered, you should be re-directed to nsapp.bju.edu/registration.
  • If you are not redirected automatically, you can type nsapp.bju.edu in your web browser address bar and press the Enter key.
  • In the registration page, enter your username and password and click Download. A progress bar will appear and will take about 45 seconds to complete.
  • When the registration process has finished, close the window and try going to an internet website. If the website opens in your browser, you are successfully connected to Wi-Fi!

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you cannot access the internet, try the following actions and attempt to go to an internet website after each one.
  • Close your web browser and reopen it.
  • Turn Wi-Fi off and back on again.
  • Restart your computer.
  • Other problems may prevent a connection; visit Technology Resources in room 207 of the Alumni Building for more assistance.

Setup for the BJU Network on an iOS Mobile Device (iPhone, iPad, iPod)

FORGET CURRENT BJU WI-FI NETWORKS. (FOR FIRST-TIME SETUP, SKIP TO “CONNECT To Network”)

  1. In the Wi-Fi tab in Settings, tap the information icon (i) next to the network name and choose Forget this Network.
  2. Repeat this action for both BJU-Campus and BJU-ResNet.

CONNECT TO NETWORK

  1. In the Wi-Fi tab in Settings, connect to the BJU-Campus network.
  2. Enter your BJU username and password (ensure your username is in all lowercase letters).
  3. Tap “Trust” if prompted to trust radius.bju.edu.

TURN OFF PRIVATE ADDRESS OPTION

Click here for important information related to iOS14 and the registration of your device on the BJU wireless network.

REGISTER YOUR DEVICE

If your device is already registered, you can skip this step.
  • Try to access any off-campus website. If your device is not registered, you should be re-directed to nsapp.bju.edu/registration.
  • If you are not redirected automatically, you can type nsapp.bju.edu in your web browser address bar.
  • In the registration page, enter your username and password and tap Download. A progress bar will appear and will take about 45 seconds to complete.
  • When the registration process has finished, close the window and try going to an internet website. If the website opens in your browser, you are successfully connected to Wi-Fi!

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you cannot access the internet, try the following actions and attempt to go to an internet website after each one.
  • Close your web browser and reopen it.
  • Turn Wi-Fi off and back on again.
  • Restart your device.
  • Other problems may prevent a connection; visit Technology Resources in room 207 of the Alumni Building for more assistance.

Setup for the BJU Network on an Android Mobile Device (including Kindle Fire)

FORGET CURRENT BJU WI-FI NETWORKS. (FOR FIRST-TIME SETUP, SKIP TO “CONNECT TO NETWORK”)

  1. In Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi.
  2. Tap the BJU network name (on some phones, tap and hold).
  3. Tap Forget for both BJU-Campus and BJU-ResNet.

CONNECT TO NETWORK

  1. Return to your Wi-Fi settings.
  2. Under “Wi-Fi networks,” tap BJU-Campus.
  3. Set “EAP method” to PEAP. (You may need to select “Advanced Options” to access some settings.)
  4. Set “Phase 2 Authentication” to MSCHAPV2.
  5. Under “CA Certificate,” choose Do Not Check, Do Not Validate, or Unspecified on most older Android versions.
  6. For newer Android versions, under “CA Certificate”(if available), you may need to choose Use system certificates. Online Certificate Status should be set to Request certificate status. Domain should be entered as bju.edu.
  7. In advanced settings, check for MAC address type and make sure the device is using the “Phone Mac” and is not randomizing the MAC Address. Click here for helpful information related to changing the MAC setting.
  8. Under “Identity,” enter your BJU username in all lowercase letters.
  9. Leave “Anonymous identity” blank.
  10. Enter your BJU password.
  11. Tap Save.

REGISTER YOUR DEVICE

If your device is already registered, you can skip this step.
  • Try to access any off-campus website. If your device is not registered, you should be re-directed to nsapp.bju.edu/registration.
  • If you are not redirected automatically, you can type nsapp.bju.edu in your web browser address bar.
  • In the registration page, enter your username and password and tap Download. A progress bar will appear and will take about 45 seconds to complete.
  • When the registration process has finished, close the window and try going to an internet website. If the website opens in your browser, you are successfully connected to Wi-Fi!

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you cannot access the internet, try the following actions and attempt to go to an internet website after each one.
  • Close your web browser and reopen it.
  • Turn Wi-Fi off and back on again.
  • Restart your device.
  • Other problems may prevent a connection; visit Technology Resources in room 207 of the Alumni Building for more assistance.

Setup for the BJU Network on all other Devices

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my internet activity tracked?

Internet accountability will be tracked to the owner of the device, so please use discretion when loaning your device to a friend. Do not let any device out of your sight while another student is using it, and be sure to password protect all devices with a lock screen. If you have any questions regarding the filtering system at BJU, please click here for more information.

What if I sell my device to another person on campus?

You must contact Technology Resources to let them know that you are selling your device. Technology Resources will de-register the device so that you will no longer be associated with the internet activity on the device.

What happens if my username changes?

In some cases, your BJU username may change. For example, if you become a graduate assistant, you will receive a different username and email address. If your device was registered under a previous student username, you will lose network access when that account expires. Visit Technology Resources (AL 207) for assistance with resolving this problem.

What if I couldn’t get the instructions to work?

For support, visit Technology Resources (AL 207).

Can I connect to the BJU network with a network cable?

Students may connect to the internet using an ethernet cable where ports are available. Not all ports in a room may be active. If your device does not connect, try another port. Report issues to IT Support at ext. 3880.

Do I need anti-virus protection?

The University requires that all computers have anti-virus protection. All students with a Windows computer must have a reputable anti-virus on their computer. Mac users are strongly encouraged to install a security suite as well. Some acceptable free anti-virus programs include Windows Defender (pre-installed on Windows 8 & 10), Microsoft Security Essentials, AVAST!, and AVG. Students are to make certain that the anti-virus software is able to work through the BJU proxy. Technology Resources is able to assist with this configuration. Computers that do not meet this qualification will have their internet disabled until the program is installed and the definitions are current. There is a grace period so that the student may take measures to install one.

Can my internet access be disabled?

Yes, under some situations, IT may temporarily block your access to our network. If we suspect your device is vulnerable or compromised, we may block your access but will notify you of what action to take. Not enabling operating system updates may result in the internet access being disabled. Please make sure that your operating system is receiving updates regularly. If you have a Windows machine, this would be your Windows Updates, or if you own a Mac, this could be updates from the Apple store. Linux users are also required to enable these updates as well.
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