Internet & Wireless

Network connections in the Library

Within the Main Library, there are more than 300 network connection ports, distributed throughout all floors in both wings of the building. Connection ports are available in library study carrels and are the outlet boxes with bright orange plugs or orange NET LINK signs. Ask at a service desk if you need help locating one.

The following list indicates which branch libraries have NET LINK ports available to patrons.

A list of computer labs and their hours

All residence halls have Ethernet network connections in classrooms and common areas.

A list of residence halls that have WiFi throughout the building.

Accessing the wireless network in the library

The Main Library currently offers wireless network access to MSU students, staff, and faculty throughout the building. Limited guest access is also available to non-MSU affiliated users.

You can register your device to have full access to the campus wireless network. You only need to this once per device. Equipment left inactive for 90 days will be dropped from the network.

Will I be able to access the MSU Libraries’ online resources (e.g. the catalog, electronic journals, etc.) via the Wireless Network?

In order to access the library resources from the main library using your laptop with a wireless connection, you will need to set the proxy server settings (see Off-Campus Access for instructions).

For assistance in using the electronic resources, please see the staff at the Main Library Reference Desk in the main lobby.

Can I print from my computer via a Wireless Network connection?

Yes, you can print to MSU printers in the Main Library and across campus using MSU Print. For complete instructions, see https://tech.msu.edu/technology/printing/

Setting up your laptop for wireless MSU Print or MakeCentral printing:

1. Log in to https://print.msu.edu/ with your Netid and password.
2. Select Web Print from the sidebar menu and follow the directions.
3. Step-by-Step instructions can be found at https://tech.msu.edu/technology/printing/
4. Note: Webprint allows ONLY these file types for laptop users: xlam, xls, xlsb, xlsm, xlsx, xltm, xltx, pot, potm, potx, ppam, pps, ppsm, ppsx, ppt, pptm, pptx, doc, docm, docx, dot, dotm, dotx, rtf, pdf.
5. To convert a web page to PDF, please see https://tech.msu.edu/technology/printing/.

Where can I find a wireless connection besides in the Main Library?

For more information about Wireless Access Points at MSU, visit MSUnet Wireless website.

For Further Assistance:

If you need assistance with accessing the Wireless Network in the Main Library (only), please contact Reference and Discovery Services at (517) 353-8700. You can also visit the Gerald M Kline Digital & Multimedia Center on 4-West to seek help in person from student employees in that department.

If you need assistance in configuring your computer for dynamic addressing, contact the MSU Computer Information Center at (517) 432-6200 or by email:help@msu.edu.

MSU's Library, Computing & Technology office offers more information on MSU Computer Requirements and technology resources, computer labs, support and training at MSU.