Accessing Guest Wi-Fi

Overview

You have three options for guest Wi-Fi access when visiting the University of Pittsburgh:

  • Eduroam Guest Wi-Fi is the best option for visitors from UPMC and other Eduroam-affiliated institutions. No time limits or additional device configuration required.
  • Pitt Guest Wi-Fi provides access for alumni, parents, and others. No device configuration or password required. 
  • MyResNet Guest Wi-Fi is ideal for visitors to Pittsburgh campus residence halls and requires sponsorship from a resident student.

Use our comparison table to learn more about which option best meets your needs:

 

Detail

Pitt Guest Wi-Fi

The University of Pittsburgh is a member of Eduroam, a fast, reliable, and secure global Wi-Fi network developed for the research and education community. If you are visiting Pitt from an institution that also participates in Eduroam, just follow these steps to connect:

  1. Select "Eduroam" from the list of available Wi-Fi networks.
  2. Enter the email address and password from your home institution.

Pitt Guest Wi-Fi (Anyroam)

Pitt Guest Wi-Fi provides access for alumni, parents, and others. It does not require a password or a University-affiliated sponsor access.

1. When you arrive on campus, connect your device to the network named Pitt Guest Wi-Fi.

2. Read the Terms of Use and click Accept.

3. You will be connected and redirected to the University's main website (www.pitt.edu). 

MyResNet Guest Wi-Fi

MyResNet can be used to provide guest access to visitors to University residence halls on the Pittsburgh campus, including Bouquet Gardens, Centre Plaza, Darragh Apartments, Forbes-Craig Apartments, and Oakwood Apartments. 

Resident students can grant access to their guest’s device. 

Terms of Use

The University of Pittsburgh provides Wi-Fi as a courtesy to visitors and guests. By clicking on the Create or Submit Request button on the Pitt Guest Wi-Fi site and making use of this service, you agree to follow all applicable University policies and procedures on network access and use. You also agree that the University may, at its sole discretion, suspend or revoke your access to the network if you violate these policies and procedures or any applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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