Connecting a Game Console to the Residential Network

This page details how you can connect your console to the wired network that is available in some University owned accommodation.

Note: We can only offer limited support for non-academic use of the Residential Network, further information about the network and the support that we offer can be on the link below:

Registering Your Computer

Game Consoles with a web browser (includes PS3)

If your game console has a web browser then please follow the instructions found on the link below:

Registering Your Computer

Xbox 360

You must first identify the MAC address of your Xbox 360.

1. Go to the System area of the Xbox Dashboard and select Network Settings.
2. Select Edit Settings.
3. From Additional Settings, select Advanced Settings.
4. At the bottom of this screen you'll see a heading called Wired MAC Address.

Once you have your MAC address you can register your computer using the form below:

Computer Registration System

Nintendo Wii

You must first identify the MAC address of your Nintendo Wii.

1. From the Wii Channel menu, select "Wii Settings" (the round button on the bottom-left of the screen with "Wii" on it).
2. Select "Internet," then "Console Settings."
3. The MAC address of the Wii console is displayed on the first line.

Once you have your MAC address you can register your computer using the form below:

Computer Registration System