How to Join TXST-Home

There are two steps needed to join the TXST-Home network:

NOTE: Once checked into your residence hall, you will gain access to the TXST-Home website and the ability to generate a code within 24 hours. Please check-in with your Resident Assistant (RA) to initiate this access.

Step 1. From a mobile device or computer, go to Texas State Connect and obtain a passcode. You will need a NetID and password.
Step 2. From your personal, gaming, media device, connect to TXST-Home and enter the passcode.

Follow these instructions to join the TXST-Home network:

Step 1. Get a passcode from Texas State Connect.

1. From your mobile device or computer, go to Texas State Connect.
2. On the home screen, click Start.
   
   
    
3. Click TXST-Home.
   
   
    
4. Click Residence Halls.
   
   
    
5. Enter your NetID (e.g., zzz99) and password, and click Login.
   
   
6. The passcode needed to log into your personal, gaming, or media device will display.
   
   NOTES:
   - Each passcode can be used on one device only.
   - The passcode will become active in about 5 minutes.
   - You must use the passcode in 20 minutes or it will expire.
   - If you need to connect multiple devices, click Start Over, and complete the steps again to obtain a passcode for each device.
    

Step 2. Connect to TXST-Home, and enter the passcode.

1. On the personal, media, or gaming device, go to the Wi-Fi network settings, and tap TXST-Home.
   
   TIP: If you are not sure how to find the device's Wi-Fi network settings, consult with the device manufacturer's instructions or support.
    
2. In the password section, enter the passcode given to you on the Texas State Connect screen.
   
   NOTE: Please allow up to 5 minutes for the passcode to become active.

TIP: To ensure your device connects to the TXST-Home network when you’re in the resident halls, please set your device’s preferred wireless network.