Connect to the PSU Secure Wi-Fi Network
The recommended wireless (Wi-Fi) network for anyone with an Odin account is the PSU Secure network.
If you’re using a device that does not have a cellular data connection, connect to the PSU Guest Wi-Fi network before following the steps below.
Navigate to wifi.pdx.edu in your device’s web browser.
Select Configure via temporary agent (Recommended).
If you are prompted to download an App Store application, select the option to install the application. It will automatically configure the connection on your device.
Once the application is installed, return to wifi.pdx.edu.
Select JoinNow and enter your Odin username and password when prompted.
Overview of All Available PSU Wi-Fi Networks
The following Wi-Fi networks are available on the PSU campus:
PSU Secure → The recommended option for anyone with an Odin account, this wireless network encrypts the internet traffic from your computer to the wireless access point, providing additional security for your data.
PSU Registered → This network is for devices such as gaming consoles and streaming media devices, that do not support 802.1x (WPA2-Enterprise) authentication. Instead, this network uses WPA2-Personal (PSK) authentication.
PSU Guest → Visitors to campus who need Wi-Fi access for 24 hours or less can use this network.
Eduroam → This network allows students and faculty visiting from across the globe to access the internet using PSU’s Wi-Fi with their home school’s credentials. Refer to Wi-Fi Roaming Service with Eduroam for more information.
Wireless Machine Authentication
Wireless machine authentication takes place whenever a computer with Wi-Fi is powered on to provide a persistent wireless connection. Additionally, wireless machine authentication keeps users on the PSU network even after changing Odin passwords, facilitates faster logins, and ensures Remote Assistance (Bomgar) can continue even if the machine is logged out.
Wireless machine authentication is automatic for all PSU-owned machines. Users do not need to do anything for it to be set up.
Robertson Life Sciences Building
The PSU Secure network is also available at the Robertson Life Sciences Building (RLSB). However, neither the PSU Registered nor PSU Guest networks are available at this location. Instead, guests and individuals having trouble accessing the PSU Secure network are encouraged to use the OHSU Guest network.
Additional Resources
For additional support, please contact the OIT Help Desk.
The most effective way to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connection issues is in person. If possible, please bring your device to the OIT Help Desk in the Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) Student Services Lobby.