Umd-iot is a secure wireless network for connecting devices other than laptops, tablets, and phones, such as gaming consoles and TVs. IOT stands for internet of things. It is available throughout campus however not all devices and functionality are officially available yet. We will provide updated information when the network is fully launched. If your device includes an Ethernet port, we encourage the use of a hardwired connection. Hardwire connection must also be registered at MyDevices.
NOTE: Printers cannot be connected through Wi-Fi connection on campus. it requires hardwired connection.
NOTE: Devices on umd-iot will not be able to communicate with one another or with devices on eduroam.
This table describes whether a device is supported, being tested or currently unsupported on the umd-iot or eduroam network.
| Device | Support Status | WiFi Network |
|---|---|---|
| Cellphones (All Brands) | Supported on eduroam | eduroam |
| Computers (All Brands) | Supported on eduroam | eduroam |
| Tablets (All Brands) | Supported on eduroam | eduroam |
| Amazon Alexa | Currently being tested on the umd-iot network | umd-iot |
| Amazon Echo | Tested successfully | umd-iot |
| Amazon Fire TV, Firestick | Tested successfully | umd-iot |
| Amazon Kindle |
Supported on eduroam |
eduroam |
| Apple HomePod | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Apple TV |
Tested successfully Note: UMD networks do not support full functionality available on most home networks. |
umd-iot |
| Apple Watch | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Galaxy Watch (Tizen) | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Garmin Vivoactive Watch | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Google Chromecast | Note: UMD networks do not support full functionality available on most home networks. | umd-iot |
| Google Home |
Note: UMD networks do not support full functionality available on most home networks. |
umd-iot |
| Google TicWatch | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Nest Cam | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Nintendo Switch | Tested successfully | umd-iot |
| Nook GlowLight | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
|
NVidia Shield
|
Not yet tested | umd-iot |
|
Occulus Rift |
Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Philips Hue Smart Bulb | There are new bulbs that use Bluetooth and do not require a "hue hub." These will work fine and can be directly controlled between phone and light bulb without using any wireless network. Non-Bluetooth hue bulbs are pending testing but should most likely work due to hue hub allowing control from the cloud and the hub itself communicating with the bulbs. | Bluetooth |
| Roku 3 | Tested successfully | umd-iot |
| Sling AirTV | Not yet tested | umd-iot |
| Smart TV |
Tested successfully Tested brands: TCL |
umd-iot |
| Sonos Speakers | Functionality limited | umd-iot |
| Sony PlayStation 4 | Tested successfully | umd-iot |
| Wemo Insight Switch | Not Yet Tested | umd-iot |
| Xbox One | Tested successfully | umd-iot |