How to Connect to Grizznet-Secure and Find MAC Address

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This article will help the user learn how to connect to the Grizznet-Secure wireless network on a Windows or Mac device. If the user has not connected to Grizznet-Secure before it will give the user information on how to register their device on ClearPass to connect to the Grizznet-Secure wireless network.

Who is Eligible?

Active Faculty, Staff or Students

FAQ's

What is Grizznet-Secure? 

  • GrizzNet-Secure is an encrypted wireless network available in key public locations on campus.

Who can use Grizznet-Secure? 

  • All currently enrolled students, active staff, and faculty members are allowed to use GrizzNet-Secure. Please visit wifi.oakland.edu to download the certificate before arriving on campus.

Connecting to Grizznet-Secure

How to Connect to Grizznet-Secure on Windows 11

  1. On the bottom right corner of the screen, click on the Wi-Fi icon to open the wireless settings menu. 
  2. In the wireless settings menu click “Grizznet-Secure” then click “Connect.” 
  3. Login using your full OU email (netid@oakland.edu) and NetID password and click “Connect.”

How to Connect to Grizznet-Secure on a Mac

  1. In the upper right corner, click the Wi-Fi icon. 
  2. Within the Wi-Fi settings choose “Grizznet-Secure”. 
  3. Login using your full OU email (netid@oakland.edu) and NetID password and click Connect.

How to Register Your device to Grizznet

  1. After connecting to Grizznet-Secure, open a web browser and navigate to https://clearpass.oakland.edu/guest/auth_login.php?target=%2Fguest%2Fguest_ index.php.  
  2. Log in using your NetID (without @oakland.edu) and NetID password. Click “Create Device” on the left-hand side. 
  3. Enter a device name & enter the MAC address of the device. 
  4. Once entered click Create Device.

How to Get the MAC Address of a Device

How to Get the MAC Address of a Windows Machine

  1. Click on the Windows key at the bottom of the screen. 
  2. Type in CMD in the search bar and open the application called “Command Prompt.” 
  3. Type getmac into the Command Prompt window and press “Enter.” 
  4. There will be a section called “Physical Address,” your MAC address is the 12-digit alphanumeric that does not show “Media Disconnected” next to it.

How to Get the MAC Address of an Apple Machine

  1. Click on the apple on the top left corner 
  2. Click on “System Settings.” 
  3. Click on the “Wi-Fi” section. 
  4. Within the “Wi-Fi” section, click on “Advanced…” which will be near the bottom right. 
  5. The MAC address will be a 12-digit alphanumeric listed next to “Wi-Fi MAC address.”

Additional Support

  • OU Technology Center
  • 44 Oakland Center
  • Rochester, MI 48309-4479
  • (248) 370-4357
  • Office Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm
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