Connect a Device to the NMU Network

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For full access to the Internet and NMU network services over the NMU on-campus wired and wireless areas, you must register each network interface (wired and wireless are separate entries) on your computer. Before you register, you will only be able to access limited on-campus Web sites, and you will not have E-mail access.

 

Keep the following mind while registering:

  • Must be on-campus and using the NMU WiFi or Ethernet network to register.
  • Users will be required to register their machine once per semester.
  • NMU issued computers with have both the wired and wireless connections registered when registering using either connection.
  • Your NMU account must be active in order to have computers and devices registered. 
  • You are limited to registering 3 devices via the "register.nmu.edu/device" option.

There is no limit to the number of computers you can register. However, please note that your NMU ID will be attached to each computer you register, and you will be responsible for the actions performed using this machine.

Choose a device type below for instructions on registering it. 

Computer Registration information

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For full access to the Internet and NMU network services over the NMU on-campus wired and wireless areas, you must register each network interface (wired and wireless are separate entries) on your computer. Before you register, you will only be able to access limited on-campus Web sites, and you will not have E-mail access.

With the growing availability of wired and wireless network access points across campus, it has become necessary to know who is using our network. It is our intention to prevent unauthorized use of the network, to protect our network community from unwanted access attempts, and to better track the movement of stolen equipment. Registration has been implemented in order to provide security to our network systems and to prevent unauthorized malicious, or illegal use of the NMU network system.

There is no limit to the number of computers you can register. However, please note that your NMU ID will be attached to each computer you register, and you will be responsible for the actions performed using this machine.

Computer registration for NMU's network.

  • Must be on-campus and using the network to register.
  • Users will be required to register their machine once per semester.
  • Computers with wired and wireless connections will require that both connections be registered.

Computers can be registered by opening a web browser and going to http://register.nmu.edu.

Instructions for registering and de-registering devices are linked below:

Classroom Resources

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Classrooms at NMU have technology available in them, and these technologies vary by building and room. The Jamrich building is teeming with technological resources. This page will provide a brief summation of available technologies. Assistance with these technologies can be received from IDT by phone at (906) 227-2290.

Detailed information on the active learning technology can be found here. 

Connecting to Projectors Wirelessly

Classrooms in Jamrich are equipped with displays and projectors with WePresent. WePresent is a professional presentation device, allowing up to 64 users to give presentations from a Windows or Mac computer, tablet, or smartphone. WePresent also works with touch screens and interactive white boards.

MirrorOp software is now used to connect your device to the projection system in NMU classrooms.

Connecting a Projector Wirelessly Using MirrorOP

Displays

Jamrich building displays can be found at each end of the building on the ground floor and at the elevators in the upper floors in Jamrich. These displays show a map, faculty office locations, and an updated room schedule which will include available class cancelation information.

There are also displays in the lounge areas typically displaying campus announcements but can be used by students. On/off buttons are on the back side of the display in the bottom right corner. HDMI and VGA ports on the walls will also be available for use with displays. The displays will automatically switch to the HDMI or VGA source from the computer when connected. These displays do not have a WePresent attached to them. 

Since the classrooms in Jamrich will not be locked, students can also utilize the available equipment. Equipment available in classrooms includes displays, projectors, Blu-ray players, and WePresents.

Projectors

Projectors in Jamrich have WePresent attached so a computer can connect wirelessly as well as via VGA, Mini DisplayPort, RCA, and Headphone at instructor stations.

Blu-Ray Players

Blu-Ray players are available in some Jamrich classrooms, and they can be used to play Blu-ray media and movies. More information on Blu-ray can be found here. 

Document Cameras

Document Cameras, available in classrooms across campus, allow you to display books, documents, and other objects to the entire classroom. 

Smartboards

​Available in classrooms around campus, Smartboards are 'touch' screen LCD screens that require the Smartboard software and special 'markers' and 'erasers'. The Windows software can be downloaded here, and the Mac here. 

Network

Many classrooms on campus have network access via wireless (LTE or WiFi) and wired (Ethernet). Some areas on campus, such as Jamrich, Cohodas, LRC, UC, Hedgcock, Berry, Dome, and Presque Isle Commons (Temaki and Tea and Smoothie King) will have NMU_GUEST WiFi access. Information on connecting to the network can be found here. If you are having trouble connecting, please call the HelpDesk at (906) 227-2468.

USB Power Connections

Some Jamrich lounge areas offer USB power connections. HDMI and VGA ports will also be available for use with displays. 

Changing your NMU password

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Your NMU network password is used for your NMU services, such as MyUser, MyWeb, MyNMU, and your Exchange account. If you use your NMU email in Outlook or on your phone email, you will have to change your password there as well. If you forgot your password, follow these instructions.

  1. Go to https://myuser.nmu.edu/user Choose Mange User Account.

  2. Click on the "Change Password" tab located at the top of the page.

         

  1. Follow the instructions on the page, as listed below, and click "Submit." The page will not change, but confirmation text will appear in green.
    • must be 8 to 16 characters in length
    • first character must be a letter of the alphabet (a-z)
    • must contain at least one numeric (0-9) character
    • must contain at least one special character, special characters are ~!%^*_+-{}|[]\:?./
    • spaces are not allowed
    • passwords are case sensitive
    • passwords may not be reused for two years 

Adding a Security Exception to Your Browser

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NMU creates its own SSL security certificates used for some network services. These certificates are already installed on NMU issued computers but you may need to install them on your personally owned device in order to access some of the NMU network services. Installing the NMU SSL certificates is the preferred solution. Instructions are available on the "Add the NMU SSL Certificate" page.

Another option is to allow an exception for the NMU network service you are trying to access. Here are instructions for doing so with popular web browsers.

Firefox

    Click "Advanced" at the bottom of the page, click "Add Exception...", then click an “Confirm Security Exception” button at the bottom of the page and the web page will be added to an exception list. 

   

   

   

Chrome

    Click "Advanced" at the bottom of the page, then click "Proceed to address-of-the-website (unsafe)"

   

   

Safari

    Click "Show Certificate", review the certificate content is from NMU, then click "Continue"  to get to the website.

   

   

Edge

    Click "Details" and then "Go on to webpage"

   

   

Internet Explorer

    Click "More Information” the click "Go on to webpage (not recommended)"
   

Accessing EduCat using personally owned devices

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To access EduCat classes or content you will need:

Depending on your instructor's course video content, this software may or may not be needed for playing videos.

 

You might also need: 

 

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