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How do I connect my Xbox One to the internet?
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WKU ITS recommends using a wired connection to get the best network connection experience.
Wired Connection
- Ensure that your Xbox has been set to Automatic for DHCP by following these steps first:
- Press the Menu button on the controller.
- Select Settings.
- Select Network.
- Select Advanced Settings.
- Select IP Settings.
- Select DHCP Settings
- Select Automatic.
- Plug in the ethernet cable into your console and into the network port on the wall. You should receive an internet connection.
- If you are unable to get an internet connection, restart your console.
- If you are still unable to get an internet connection, please submit an online request or contact the ITS Service Desk.
Wi-Fi Connection
- Press the Menu button on the controller.
- Select Settings.
- Select Network.
- Select Set up wireless network.
- Select WKU-WIRELESS.
- You should now be connected to WKU-WIRELESS. If you are still unable to use the wireless network successfully please locate the MAC address. Follow the steps below to locate the MAC address:
Note: The Xbox One will have a different address for the wired and wireless adapter.
- Press the Menu button on the controller.
- Select Settings.
- Select Network.
- Select Advanced Settings.
- The MAC address will be displayed on the right side.
- With your MAC address ready, please submit an online request or contact the ITS Service Desk.