Kutztown University provides several ways to connect devices to the internet. 


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Golden Bears

The Golden Bears wireless network provides a secure wireless connection for KU faculty, staff, and students across campus.


We strongly recommend that students, faculty and staff use Golden Bears for all personally owned laptops, desktop computers, phones, and tablets. 


The ResNet Wi-Fi open network is available only in residential buildings and should be used only for smart TVs, game consoles, or other devices unable to connect to Golden Bears.

Steps to Configure Golden Bears

  1. Connect to BearNet and sign in with your KU username and password.
  2. Navigate to https://securewifi.kutztown.edu in your device’s web browser and follow the on-screen instructions to install a security certificate for Golden Bears (see below for device-specific instructions).
  3. Once the security certificate profile is successfully installed, you will receive a confirmation email from info@securew2.com. Your device should automatically prefer Golden Bears in the future.

 

Most devices should automatically switch to Golden Bears once the above steps have been completed. Some devices (iPhones) do not automatically switch. In this case, please manually switch to Golden Bears in Settings.

Device-Specific Installation Instructions

Need additional help? View device-specific installation instructions by selecting your device type below.


ResNet Wi-Fi

ResNet Wi-Fi provides internet access for dorm-bound devices. This includes game consoles, smart TVs, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.


To connect an applicable device to ResNet Wi-Fi, look up its MAC Address (see detailed instructions here) then navigate to the Self-Registration Portal on a device with a web browser and log in with your KU credentials. Enter the MAC address when prompted to register your device.

 

BearNet Secure

BearNet Secure provides secure internet access for devices managed by Kutztown University. This includes staff and faculty laptops, tablets, and most internet-capable devices with a KU asset tag. 

 

BearNet Secure access is preconfigured on KU devices. Contact the IT Help Center if your device is unable to connect to BearNet Secure.