Student Wi-Fi Setup for Android Devices

Summary

Nashville State Community College provides campus-wide wireless access through the NSCC WiFi network. Students can connect using their NSCC student email address and myNSCC password. Wi-Fi availability and signal strength may vary depending on proximity to wireless access points and device hardware.

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Prerequisites

Before connecting, ensure you have:
  • An active NSCC student account.
  • Your NSCC student email address.
  • Your current myNSCC password.
  • An Android device with Wi-Fi enabled. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Need Help Finding Your Student Email Address?

Your student email address can be found after signing into myNSCC. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Password Assistance

If you are experiencing password issues, reset your campus password before attempting to connect to Wi-Fi. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Wi-Fi Connection Instructions

Step 1: Open Wi-Fi Settings

  1. Open Settings on your Android device.
  2. Select Wi-Fi or Network & Internet.
  3. Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled.

Step 2: Select the Network

  1. Locate NSCC WiFi in the list of available wireless networks.
  2. Tap NSCC WiFi to begin configuration. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Step 3: Configure Certificate Settings

When prompted for certificate validation settings:
  • Set CA Certificate to:
    • Do Not Validate, or
    • Unspecified, or
    • None
(The exact wording may vary by Android version and device manufacturer.) [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Step 4: Enter Your Credentials

In the authentication fields:
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Step 5: Connect

  1. Verify all settings.
  2. Tap Connect.
  3. Wait for the device to authenticate and join the network. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Expected Result

Once authentication is successful:
  • Your Android device will connect to NSCC WiFi.
  • Internet access will become available through the campus wireless network.
  • Your device may automatically reconnect in the future when on campus.(Behavior may vary by device.)

Troubleshooting

Username or Password Not Accepted

Verify:
  • Your username is your full student email address.
  • Your password matches your current myNSCC password.
  • You recently changed your password and are using the updated version. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Cannot Find NSCC WiFi

  • Confirm Wi-Fi is enabled.
  • Move closer to a campus building or common area with wireless coverage.
  • Refresh the available network list. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Certificate Validation Errors

If your device requests certificate information:
  • Set the CA Certificate field to:
    • Do Not Validate
    • Unspecified
    • None
The available option depends on your Android version. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Weak Signal or Intermittent Connection

Wireless performance may vary based on:
  • Distance from wireless access points.
  • Building construction materials.
  • Device antenna quality.
  • Number of connected users in the area. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

Support

If you continue to experience connection issues, contact the Service Desk for assistance. [servicedesk.nscc.edu]

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  • Login Issues FAQs - Nashville State Community College [servicedesk.nscc.edu]
  • NSCC Password Requirements – Service Desk | Nashville State Community College [servicedesk.nscc.edu]
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Article ID: 20086
Created
Fri 7/31/26 1:43 PM
Modified
Fri 7/31/26 1:43 PM