Gaming Consoles in Residence Halls
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse does not
encourage students to use the campus network connection in
order to play video games or take advantage of other network
functions currently available through gaming consoles, but
we do understand that many students now own and use their
gaming consoles in their daily lives. We do not
support any issues you may encounter while playing video
games or using gaming consoles for any reason in the
residence halls. Also, we do not guarantee the network
connection speed or quality gaming consoles receive in the
residence halls, especially during academic hours. The
campus network and internet connection received in the
residence halls to be used first and foremost for the
completion of academic related work and research. That
being said, below you will find information regarding
connecting some of the most popular gaming consoles to the
campus network.
Currently Supported Devices
- Microsoft Xbox
- Microsoft Xbox 360
- Nintendo Gamecube
- Nintendo Wii
- Sony Playstation 2 (PS2)
- Sony Playstation 3 (PS3)
Although all recent gaming consoles come with the capability of being connected to a wireless network, no current gaming consoles support the authentication procedure used on our campus network. Keep in mind, you are forbidden to use a router or access point in the residence halls (wired or wireless). Violation of this rule will result in the device being confiscated by Information Technology Services or Residence Life Information Services.