Private or Random MAC addressing
(All Campuses)
- This Task has been designed for use by Student, Faculty, Staff. For Student, Faculty, Staff
Turn private address off or on for a network
You can stop or resume using a private address with any network.
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
- Open the Settings app, then tap Wi-Fi.
- Tap the information button next to a network.
- Tap Private Address. If your device joined the network without using a private address, a privacy warning explains why.
- Uncheck the Private Address.
Apple Watch
- Open the Settings app, then tap Wi-Fi.
- Tap the name of the network you joined. If you haven’t joined the network yet, swipe left on its name and tap more .
- Tap Private Address.
- Uncheck the Private Address.
Disable MAC Address Randomization in Android 10
Open the Settings app.- Select Network and Internet.
- Select WiFi.
- Connect to the Widener wireless network (wu-secure or wu-secure-resnet)
- Tap the gear icon next to the current wifi connection.
- Select Advanced.
- Select Privacy.
- Select "Use device MAC"
Disable Random Hardware Address in Windows 10
Some application settings or other issues might cause Windows 10 to enable randomized hardware addresses, which will cause issues with your registration to Widener's network. To disable this feature, follow the instructions below.
1. Click on the Network Settings icon and select "Network Settings."
2. In the "WiFi" tab, select "Advanced Options."
3. Select "Off" under "Random Hardware Address."
4. In the "WiFi" tab, select "Manage WiFi Settings."
5. Select "Off" under "Random Hardware Address."
6. Restart your computer.