Overview
The document outlines the device policy for student housing, which specifies some allowed and not allowed devices, and provides a guide to connect certain devices to the internet. The document also encourages the users to contact the help desk if they have any questions or doubts about the policy.
Instructions
Devices allowed in Student Housing
Devices allowed in Student Housing
- Personal computers (both laptop and desktop)
- Tablets
- Gaming consoles
- Cell phones
- Smart TV's
- Voice assistants (Alexa, Siri, etc.)
- VR Headsets (Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, etc.)
- Other network-connected devices (robot vacuums, smart lights, etc.)
To connect certain devices like streaming devices or gaming consoles, please follow the guide here to connect: https://service.purdue.edu/TDClient/32/Purdue/KB/ArticleDet?ID=621
Devices not allowed in Student Housing
- Routers
- Networking Switches
- Any other device that extends connectivity to another device (wireless extenders, access points, etc)
This list is not exhaustive; if you have any questions, please contact the help desk.
Still need help? Click the 'Purdue IT Request' button to start a ticket.