Entertainment Device Registration

Summary

This article will help you register and connect Xbox, PlayStation, Apple TV, Internet Enabled TV, Roku, and other streaming devices on campus.

Body

Your Xbox, PlayStation, Apple TV, Roku, Smart TV, or other streaming device will require an extra step in order to connect to network on campus.


Disclaimers

Wireless printers are not supported. Please connect your device directly to them via USB.

Samsung TVs don't work on the network. This is due to Samsung devices not supporting enterprise networks; we have an open ticket with Samsung on this issue. In the meantime, we recommend buying a streaming device that can connect to your Samsung TV's HDMI port.

TCL Fire TVs at first will need to be connected to a hotspot in order to obtain the MAC address.

If you need more Ethernet ports than are available in your room, use an Ethernet switch. (Do not use a router, as it will cause network issues)


How to Connect Your Device

You will need to register your device’s MAC address (wired or wireless, depending on connection type) at registermydevice.olivet.edu in order to connect your entertainment devices. | Need help finding your MAC address?

Ethernet (best performance)

  • Find your device’s wired MAC address (not the wireless one). Here’s how.

  • Connect your device to the Ethernet port in your room.

  • On your computer or mobile device connected to ONUnet (Olivet ethernet or the WiFi network named “ONU”) visit registermydevice.olivet.edu.

  • Log in with your ONUnet credentials. (This is your username without @olivet.edu.)

  • Create a device entry and enter the wired MAC address. Here’s how.

WiFi via “game-stream”

  • Find your device’s wireless MAC address (not the wired one). Here’s how.

  • On your computer or mobile device connected to ONUnet (Olivet ethernet or the WiFi network named “ONU”), visit registermydevice.olivet.edu.

  • Log in with your ONUnet credentials. (This is your username without @olivet.edu.)

  • Create a device entry and enter the wireless MAC address. Here’s how.

    • For Apple TV Sharing (Ethernet only): While registering, check “Enable AirGroup” and add your friends’ ONUnet usernames (without @olivet.edu.) so they can connect to your Apple TV.

  • Wait one full hour before trying to connect. Registration can take some time to process.

  • Manually connect to the hidden “game-stream” network:
    • Choose “Other Network” on your device.
    • Type in “game-stream” as the SSID.
    • Set security to “None” (no password).

Still having trouble connecting? See Common Wireless Connection Issues before contacting support.


Supported Devices

Device Wired Wireless Notes
Apple Laptop ✔️ ✔️  
Windows Laptop ✔️ ✔️  
Chromebook ✔️ ✔️  
Android Smartphone ✔️  
iPhone / iPad
(iOS 11 or later)
✔️  
Android / Amazon Tablet
(Android OS 12 or later)
✔️  
Gaming Console ✔️ ✔️  
Handheld Gaming Device ✔️  
Amazon Fire TV ✔️ ✔️ May require IT support
Amazon Echo ✔️ May require IT support
Roku ✔️  
Chromecast ✔️  
Apple TV ✔️ ✔️  
Smart TV (most brands) ✔️ ✔️ May require IT support
Samsung TVs Not Supported
Google Home / Apple HomePod ✔️  
Printers Not Supported (USB only)
Pura 4 (smart diffuser) Not Supported
Owlet (baby monitor) Not Supported
Smart Lights Not Supported
Frameo Digital Picture Frame Not Supported

Need Help?

If you're having issues, contact the IT Help Desk:

(815) 939-5302 | it@olivet.edu

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Article ID: 143415
Created
Thu 5/19/22 4:18 PM
Modified
Thu 6/4/26 10:36 AM