Register a Wii Connected to a USB Wired Adapter
In order to register your Wii on the network, you need to purchase a USB wired adapter. Â You will then need to use your computer to find the MAC address of the adapter. Â Use the steps below to locate the information needed to connect the Wii on campus.Â
Steps
 Windows Computer
- Plug your Wii LAN adapter into a USB port on your Windows PC.Â
- Wait for any drivers to install. This should take 1-2 minutes.Â
- After installation, go to Start -> All Programs -> Accessories -> Command Prompt.Â
- Type "ipconfig/ all" (without quotes) and press Enter.Â
- Scroll up until you find USB Ethernet Adapter.Â
- (Note: The name might be a slight variation on this.)Â
- Write down the alphanumeric Physical Address.
Mac ComputerÂ
- Plug your Wii LAN adapter into a USB port on your Mac.Â
- Go to the Apple Menu and click on System PreferencesÂ
- Click on the Network IconÂ
- From the list of network adapters, click on USB Ethernet
- Click on the Advanced Button then click on the Hardware tab.Â
- Write down the alphanumeric MAC address
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After you locate your MAC Address, submit the information on the Gaming Device Registration Form.
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