Campus guests can create an account to receive Internet access on the UNLV-Sponsored wireless network. Guests will use this option if they don't have access to eduroam from another institution.
Guest Access is Limited
Guest Access is only intended for temporary use and is limited.
- Guests receive 10, 3-day passes for wireless access per year
- A pass is activated as soon as a device on your account connects to UNLV-Sponsored
- An activated pass is valid for 72 hours. You may connect multiple devices using the same account.
- Your next pass will automatically activate if a device on your account connects to UNLV-Sponsored after the previous pass has expired.
- You will receive an email each time a new pass is activated.
UNLV Students, Faculty, and Staff should connect to eduroam for unlimited access.
Guests who are working with a UNLV department can request long-term access though their department contact.
Creating a UNLV-Sponsored Account
If you connect to UNLV-WiFi, you will have 15 minutes to complete sign up and connect to UNLV-Sponsored. UNLV-WiFi will allow you to access your email to receive your credentials.
You will need to create a UNLV-Sponsored account to begin connecting devices:
- Connect to the Internet. If you are on-campus, connect to UNLV-WiFi. For instructions on how to connect to a Wi-Fi network,
- When prompted, select Continue to agree to the terms and conditions. If you are not automatically redirected to wifi.unlv.edu, go to wifi.unlv.edu.
- Select Create an Account
- Complete the form with your first name, last name, and a valid email. Your credentials will be emailed to you.
You will receive an email within the next few moments with your username and password. You'll use that username and password to connect to UNLV-Sponsored. Refer to the instructions above for your specific device type.
Forgotten Account Information
If you have forgotten or lost your UNLV-Sponsored account, follow the instructions above to complete the sign-up form again. When you use the same email, your account information will be re-sent to you.
UNLV Departments Hosting Guests
If you host campus visitors that need frequent or extended wireless access, such as conference attendees or visiting lecturers, contact the IT Help Desk to discuss the details. Once the request is reviewed and approved, usernames and passwords can be sent to each visitor’s email address. The visitor can then connect to UNLV-Sponsored network with the username and password provided for the approved amount of time.