Connecting a Game Console to ISU's Network

Game Consoles belong on DeviceNet. To connect your device follow instructions below.

• Platform
  • All
• Audience Affected
  • Students

Connecting to Campus Network

To connect to DeviceNet you will first need to register your device. 

1. Go to ISU Devices Portal 

Note: You must already be on campus Internet to use this site.

2. Enter BengalWeb Username
3. Enter BengalWeb Password
4. Click Sign On
5. Select Add to add a new device
6. Enter Device name
7. Enter Device ID/ MAC Adress
8. Enter Description of device (Optionally)
9. Example:

• Device Name: John's Xbox
• Device ID: D6:8F:28:84:5D:7D
• Description*: (Optional)

8. Select Submit

Finding MAC Address

Note: MAC Address is necessary to register a device.

1. Xbox One:
   • Go to My Games and Apps
   • Select Settings
   • Select Network
   • Select Advanced Settings
   • Note the MAC Address
2. Xbox 360:
   • ​​​​​​Select Systems on the dashboard
   • Select Network Settings
   • Select  Configure Network
   • Check Basic Settings
   • Ensure The IP address is set to automatic
   • Select Additional Settings
   • Select Advanced Settings
   • Note the Wired MAC Address
3. PlayStation 4:
   • Go to the Settings in the PS4 menu
   • Scroll to Network
   • Scroll to View Connection Status
   • Note MAC Address
4. PlayStation 5:
   • Go to the Settings in the PS4 menu
   • Scroll to Network
   • Scroll to View Connection Status
   • Note MAC Address
5. PlayStation 3:
   • Turn on PS3 without a disk
   • Select Settings from home screen
   • Select Network Settings
   • Select Settings and Connection Status List
   • Scroll to find the MAC Address
   • Note the MAC Address
6. Wii/Wii U
   • Select the Round Wii button in bottom left of the Wii Channel menu
   • Select Wii Settings
   • Scroll over a page
   • Select Internet
   • Select Console Information or View MAC Address
   • Note the MAC Address on the first line
7. Gamecube:
   • Remove the Broadband adapter from the Gamecube
   • Note: The MAC Address printed on the underside of the adapter, and a broadband adapter is required.

For additional assistance, please contact Information Technology Services - Client Experience & Solutions Group (208) 282-4357 or through  chat