The goal of this article is to explain what does and does not work with regards to streaming/gaming devices you may be thinking about purchasing for use on our campus.
-Essentially anything that has Apps and/or an app store will work on our campus network.
-Anything you try to stream to your device will most likely not work.
-Any device listed here is considered a gaming device and needs enrolled on our network by following the directions in this document.
Below is a short and incomplete list of all the devices out there and if they will work on our network.
Device Name | Does it work with the University network? |
Amazon Echo/Tap | Yes, follow setup procedures and sign in with your UFNET account |
Amazon Fire TV or stick | Apps work, miracast/streaming = no |
Apple TV any version | Apps work, Airplay = maybe |
Chromecast | Apps work, miracast/streaming = no |
Kindle | Yes |
Nintendo 3ds any version | Yes |
Nook | Yes |
Other devices | If they have apps and connect to the network = yes, any streaming or casting functions = maybe |
Playstation 3 (original) | No, Fails to connect to network as of 2014 |
Playstation 3 (slim) | Yes |
Playstation 4 | Yes |
Playstation Portable | Yes |
PS Vita | Yes |
Roku or Roku stick | Apps work, miracast/streaming = no |
Smart Plugs | Maybe, control apps will likely not work but voice control (Alexa/Google Home/Homekit) functions may work |
Smart TVs | Yes, but device streaming functions may be limited |
Wii | Yes |
Wii U | Yes |
Xbox One | Yes, but Windows 10 game streaming does not work |
If you have any questions or problems please contact Technology Support Services at 419-434-4357 , visit us at the Knowledge Bar in the Shafer Library or email us at helpdesk@findlay.edu.