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Connecting with Wireless - Students, Employees, and Guests

Welcome! To keep our network secure, we ask everyone sign in or register as a guest in accordance with Lewis & Clark’s Acceptable Use Policy. If you run into any snags while setting up your device for the first time, our team is happy to help at the IT Service Desk in the Watzek Library or at 503-768-7225.

Guests should connect to the LC Guest network 

To get connected, please select your location from the list:

Please connect to PioNet-Resident or PioNet-Guest.

 

PioNet-Resident

PioNet-Guest

iOS
  1. Go to Settings > WiFi
  2. Select the PioNet-Resident network
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Trust the lc-clearpass-01.lclark.edu certificate
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet-Resident WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. You are now connected to PioNet-Guest
Android
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet-Resident from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. CA certificate: Use system certificates
  5. Domain: lclark.edu
  6. Ensure the “Anonymous Identity” field is blank
  7. Select Connect
  8. You are now connected to the PioNet-Resident WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. You are now connected to PioNet-Guest
Android (Legacy)*
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet-Resident from the list of available networks
  3. For the CA certificate, choose “Do not validate”
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet-Resident WiFi network

*https://www.xda-developers.com/android-11-break-enterprise-wifi-connection/

  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. You are now connected to PioNet-Guest
Windows 11
  1. Click the WiFi icon in the Taskbar
  2. Select PioNet-Resident from the list of networks
  3. Confirm that you want to connect by clicking on Connect
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet-Resident WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. You are now connected to PioNet-Guest
macOS
  1. Click on the WiFi icon in the menu bar
  2. Select PioNet-Resident from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Continue if you get a certificate warning
  5. Enter your computer’s administrator password if prompted
  6. You may need to repeat these steps a few times
  7. You are now connected to the PioNet-Resident WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. you are now connected toPioNet-Guest
Ubuntu Linux

  1. Add a New Wi-Fi Connection:

    • Click on the “Add” button to create a new Wi-Fi connection
    • Enter the SSID PioNet-Resident

  2. Configure Security Settings:

    • Go to the “Wi-Fi Security” tab.
    • Set the “Security” to “WPA & WPA2 Enterprise”
    • Choose “PEAP” from the Security menu
    • Enter your identity (username) and password.
    • Click “Save” to apply the settings

  3. Connect to the Network:

    • Select PioNet from the network list and connect
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “PioNet-Guest”
  2. you are now connected toPioNet-Guest

When connected to PioNet-Guest and PioNet-Resident, your device will have access to the internet. If you require access to internal Lewis & Clark systems, please request access to and use our VPN Solution.

This is what the Wireless Access Point looks like in the Residence Hall rooms:

Aruba AP-505H wireless access point

Connecting with Ethernet in the Residence Halls

There is an ethernet port (wired) connection for every bed on campus. All you should need to do is plug in, and your computer gets all the information it needs from our network. Look for the wireless access point in your bedroom and you will find four ethernet ports on the bottom or the side. Only one WiFi box is available in any room with at least one bed. You may need to use a longer ethernet cord to accommodate your particular situation.

If you would like a longer complimentary ethernet cord, please contact us at the Service Desk

If you plug into the ethernet port and still can’t connect, please locate the following information:

  1. You have a Aruba wireless access device in your residence room, please provide the listed MAC address on the front or your building and room number and contact the Service Desk.

Please connect to PioNet or LC Guest.

 

PioNet

LC Guest

iOS
  1. Go to Settings > WiFi
  2. Select the PioNet network
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Trust the lc-clearpass-01.lclark.edu certificate
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Android
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. CA certificate: Use system certificates
  5. Domain: lclark.edu
  6. Ensure the “Anonymous Identity” field is blank
  7. Select Connect
  8. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Android (Legacy)*
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. For the CA certificate, choose “Do not validate”
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network

*https://www.xda-developers.com/android-11-break-enterprise-wifi-connection/

  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Windows
  1. Click the WiFi icon in the Taskbar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of networks
  3. Confirm that you want to connect by clicking on Connect
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
macOS
  1. Click on the WiFi icon in the menu bar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Continue if you get a certificate warning
  5. Enter your computer’s administrator password if prompted
  6. You may need to repeat these steps a few times
  7. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Ubuntu Linux

  1. Add a New Wi-Fi Connection:

    • Click on the “Add” button to create a new Wi-Fi connection
    • Enter the SSID PioNet

  2. Configure Security Settings:

    • Go to the “Wi-Fi Security” tab.
    • Set the “Security” to “WPA & WPA2 Enterprise”
    • Choose “PEAP” from the Security menu
    • Enter your identity (username) and password.
    • Click “Save” to apply the settings

  3. Connect to the Network:

    • Select PioNet from the network list and connect
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi

The LC Guest network provides free, internet-only access for visitors. Please note that this is an unsecured network and does not permit connection to internal Lewis & Clark systems. If you require access to Lewis & Clark systems, please connect to PioNet or request access and use our VPN Solution.

Please connect to PioNet or LC Guest.

 

PioNet

LC Guest

iOS
  1. Go to Settings > WiFi
  2. Select the PioNet network
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Trust the lc-clearpass-01.lclark.edu certificate
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Android
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. CA certificate: Use system certificates
  5. Domain: lclark.edu
  6. Ensure the “Anonymous Identity” field is blank
  7. Select Connect
  8. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Android (Legacy)*
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. For the CA certificate, choose “Do not validate”
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network

*https://www.xda-developers.com/android-11-break-enterprise-wifi-connection/

  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Windows
  1. Click the WiFi icon in the Taskbar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of networks
  3. Confirm that you want to connect by clicking on Connect
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
macOS
  1. Click on the WiFi icon in the menu bar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Continue if you get a certificate warning
  5. Enter your computer’s administrator password if prompted
  6. You may need to repeat these steps a few times
  7. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Ubuntu Linux

  1. Add a New Wi-Fi Connection:

    • Click on the “Add” button to create a new Wi-Fi connection
    • Enter the SSID PioNet

  2. Configure Security Settings:

    • Go to the “Wi-Fi Security” tab.
    • Set the “Security” to “WPA & WPA2 Enterprise”
    • Choose “PEAP” from the Security menu
    • Enter your identity (username) and password.
    • Click “Save” to apply the settings

  3. Connect to the Network:

    • Select PioNet from the network list and connect
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi

The LC Guest network provides free, internet-only access for visitors. Please note that this is an unsecured network and does not permit connection to internal Lewis & Clark systems. If you require access to Lewis & Clark systems, please connect to PioNet or request access and use our VPN Solution.

Please connect to PioNet or LC Guest.

 

PioNet

LC Guest

iOS
  1. Go to Settings > WiFi
  2. Select the PioNet network
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Trust the lc-clearpass-01.lclark.edu certificate
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Android
  1. Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > WiFi settings
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. CA certificate: Use system certificates
  5. Domain: lclark.edu
  6. Ensure the “Anonymous Identity” field is blank
  7. Select Connect
  8. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Windows
  1. Click the WiFi icon in the Taskbar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of networks
  3. Confirm that you want to connect by clicking on Connect
  4. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  5. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
macOS
  1. Click on the WiFi icon in the menu bar
  2. Select PioNet from the list of available networks
  3. Enter your LC credentials (do not include @lclark.edu)
  4. Continue if you get a certificate warning
  5. Enter your computer’s administrator password if prompted
  6. You may need to repeat these steps a few times
  7. You are now connected to the PioNet WiFi network
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
Ubuntu Linux

  1. Add a New Wi-Fi Connection:

    • Click on the “Add” button to create a new Wi-Fi connection
    • Enter the SSID PioNet

  2. Configure Security Settings:

    • Go to the “Wi-Fi Security” tab.
    • Set the “Security” to “WPA & WPA2 Enterprise”
    • Choose “PEAP” from the Security menu
    • Enter your identity (username) and password.
    • Click “Save” to apply the settings

  3. Connect to the Network:

    • Select PioNet from the network list and connect
  1. From your device, select the WiFi network called “LC Guest”
  2. You will be redirected to the Self Registration portal
  3. Enter a valid email address
  4. Agree to the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy
  5. Click Register
  6. Check your inbox for an email with the one-time PIN valid for 7 days
  7. Return to the portal and enter the email and pin and click Log In
  8. You are now connected to LC Guest WiFi
The LC Guest network provides free, internet-only access for visitors. Please note that this is an unsecured network and does not permit connection to internal Lewis & Clark systems.If you require access to Lewis & Clark systems, please connect to PioNet or request access and use our VPN Solution.

 

Connecting your Smart TV or Smart Speaker or Smart Device

Connect to the guest wireless network, PioNet-Guest, or an Ethernet port to connect to the Internet. If you use the LC Guest network, contact the IT Service Desk for assistance registering your smart device. 

Devices that have older wireless technology, such as 802.11b, will not work on the network.  If your device cannot connect via wireless, you will need to connect it using the wired Ethernet network.

If your “smart” device cannot connect to an open or WPA2-Enterprise SSID, then it is not supported on the network at this time. We hope to add this feature in the future.

Issues with Multiplayer Gaming in the Residence Halls

If you are having trouble connecting with multiplayer gaming (your device may inform you the NAT type isn’t compatible), you will need to connect your device to an ethernet port on the Aruba device located in your room.

Connecting with VPN

If you are off-campus and need access to on campus network resources, please request access and follow these instructions to access our VPN Solution.  

If you are connected to our guest wireless network, LC Wireless or PioNet-Guest, or PioNet-Resident you must use VPN for full network access to services like printing, file servers, etc.

HELP! I can’t connect!!!

If you have any questions or need further assistance with connecting, IT is here to help. We also encourage you to report areas on campus where service is poor or unavailable.

For assistance during business hours, we recommend you call or visit the appropriate Service Desk for your location.

    • Visit the IT Service Desk in Watzek Library or call (503) 768-7225. 
    • On the Law Campus? Visit the Law Campus Help Desk in Boley Room 150 or call (503) 768-6777.

Need help outside business hours? Email the IT Service Desk at itservice@lclark.edu or call and leave a message. We will respond within one business day.

 

Information Technology is located in Watzek Library on the Undergraduate Campus.

email 

voice 503-768-7225 
fax 503-768-7228 

Chief Information Officer Adam Buchwald

  • Information Technology
    Lewis & Clark
    615 S. Palatine Hill Road 
    Portland OR 97219