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Wireless - Connecting to UWL-Eagle WiFi (macOS)

Step-by-step instructions for connecting an Apple Mac laptop or desktop to the UWL-Eagle wireless network using your NetID username and password.

How to connect an Apple laptop or desktop to the UWL-Eagle WiFi.

You will need your UWL NetID and password to complete these steps. If you don't have your NetID yet, visit the NetID and Password Setup article first.

  1. Go to the wireless icon next to the clock, in the top right of the screen.

    macOS menu bar showing the wireless icon in the top right corner

  2. Select UWL-Eagle.

    macOS Wi-Fi network list with UWL-Eagle highlighted

  3. Enter your NetID username and password, then click Join.

    macOS Wi-Fi login dialog with NetID username and password fields and a Join button

  4. When asked to verify the certificate, select Continue.

    macOS certificate verification dialog with a Continue button

  5. Enter your password for your computer account and click Update Settings.

    macOS prompt requesting the computer account password to update network settings, with an Update Settings button

You should now be connected to the UWL-Eagle wireless!

Having trouble connecting? See UWL-Eagle WiFi Troubleshooting for common fixes.

Need Help? Contact the Eagle Help Desk (opens in new tab).

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Doc ID:
65363
Owned by:
David H. in UW-La Crosse
Created:
2016-07-22
Updated:
2026-02-26
Sites:
UW-La Crosse