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What network do I join?

1. What Network do I join?

Network Name Who Should Use This Typical Devices Instructions
Lions Faculty, Staff, and Students Personal Laptops, Phones, and Tablets Get Connected - Lions Wi-Fi
Lions Guest Campus visitors and event guests Any visitor device

Get Connected - Campus Visitor

Get Connected - Event Guest
Lions Secure University-owned devices Work laptops, desktops, and managed devices Get Connected - Lions Secure

2.

Don't Connectingforget to Lions Guest

Lions Guest Network connection will expire after 5 days. After this, you will need to re-enroll your device. 

How to Connect:

    Navigate to the WiFi section of your system settings

    Join the Network labeled Lions Guest

    A webpage will open, review the TermsRecommended and Conditions, Check the box next to I agree to the Terms & Conditions, should you agree.

    Select Start

    The next screen will prompt, Have you been provided an access code for an event, class, etc.?
      No - Register as Guest
        Type in the WiFi password you were given in the Voucher field and select Continue You will now be connected to Lions Guest Yes - I have a code
          Proceed to step 6 I have a Piedmont Email
            Proceed to Section 3 - Connecting to the Lions Network
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            Enter an email address or Phone number where you will receive a security code.

            After entering your information, please solve the Captcha

            Select Send

            Should you leave the webpage, copy the Wireless Verification Code sent to your email or text message, Rejoin the Lions Guest network and select I already have a verification code.

            Enter your Wireless Verification Code, solve the Captcha, and select Continue

            You will now be connected to Lions Guest

            Please review the recommended WiFi settings to disable 'MAC Randomization' after completing these steps. 
            How to disable MAC Randomization


            3. Connecting to the Lions Network

            If you need WiFi during this process, connect to the Lions Guest network using the instructions above.

            You can enroll up to 8 Devices on the Lions Network. If you need to remove/reset the amount of devices that you have, please contact the IT Helpdesk! 

            Mobile Instructions (iOS/Android)

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              Scan the QR Code OR Open a Web browser and visit https://cloudpath.piedmont.edu/ Review the Terms and Conditions, Check the box next to I agree to the Terms & Conditions, should you agree. Select Start Login using your @piedmont.edu or @lions.piedmont.edu credentials A QR Code will be displayed, long press the QR code and scroll to select Join Network
                You may also use the Personal WiFi Password as the Network password in the NetworkWi-Fi Settings section of your device. Your phone will now be connect to Lions

                Whenever you connect, a copy of your WiFi password will be sent to your Piedmont or LIONS email address!

                If you do not disable MAC Randomization, you will quickly use your 8 slots for enrolled network devices.

                Please review the recommended WiFi settings to disable 'MAC Randomization' after completing these steps. 
                How to disable MAC Randomization

                Laptop Instructions (PC/MacOS)
                  Open a Web browser and visit https://cloudpath.piedmont.edu/ (you may do this from your phone/tablet as well) Review the Terms and Conditions, Check the box next to I agree to the Terms & Conditions, should you agree. Select Start Login using your @piedmont.edu or @lions.piedmont.edu credentials Underneath the QR code that is displayed, you will be provided a Personal WiFi Password Open the Network Settings on your Mac or PC device; Select the Lions network, and enter your Personal WiFi Password Press Connect/Join, you will now be connected to Lions

                  Whenever you connect, a copy of your WiFi password will be sent to your Piedmont or LIONS email address

                  Console Instructions (Xbox/Playstation/Switch)
                    Open the Network Settings on your console Complete the steps above to obtain your Personal WiFi Password Enter your Personal WiFi Password as the network password. You will now be connected to Lions on your console.

                    4. Lions Secure Network

                    How to Connect:
                      Your Piedmont issued device will automatically be connected to Lions Secure. Should your device not connect, please contact the IT Department.

                      💬 Support Contact Info
                      For any issues or questions regarding Network Connectivity, please contact IT support by submitting a ticket through our helpdesk system.
                      📞 (706) 894-4205

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