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BYOD &
WI-FI SETUP

Connect your personal device to Pinnacle College's secure Wi-Fi network. Follow the steps below to enrol your device and install the required certificate.

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Getting Connected

Wi-Fi Setup โ€” Staff & Students

Connect in 4 Simple Steps

End-users will use the enrolment portal to activate their devices and connect to the Pinnacle secure Wi-Fi network. Follow each step carefully to ensure a successful connection.

1

Access the Enrolment Portal

Open the enrolment portal link below, or connect your device to the Pinnacle SSID and you will be redirected automatically.

2

Log in with Microsoft

Sign in using your Pinnacle Microsoft account credentials (staff or student). Use your school-issued email and password.

3

Download & Install the Certificate

Download the security certificate and install it on your device. On mobile devices, install the RUCKUS Cloudpath by CommScope app to avoid any error screens during installation.

4

Connect to PINNACLE SECURE

Once the certificate is installed, your device will automatically connect to the PINNACLE SECURE SSID. You're done!

Wi-Fi Enrolment Portal

Click below to access the Cloudpath enrolment portal and activate your device on the Pinnacle network.

๐ŸŒ Open Enrolment Portal โ†’
๐Ÿ“ฑ Mobile Devices

Install the RUCKUS Cloudpath by CommScope app on your phone or tablet before completing the setup to avoid certificate error screens.

โš ๏ธ Need Help?

If you encounter any issues connecting, please log a support ticket via the Helpdesk or see your IT coordinator on campus.

Secure Connection

Wi-Fi Security Certificate

Why Is a Certificate Required?

To access the school Wi-Fi network, a security certificate must be installed on your device. This certificate ensures a secure and encrypted connection to the network.

What Does the Certificate Do?

The certificate verifies that your device is authorised to connect to the school's secure Wi-Fi system and helps protect your login credentials from being intercepted.

1

Connect to Internet

Connect your device to the internet using home Wi-Fi or mobile data before starting.

2

Download the Certificate

Download the school Wi-Fi certificate from the link on the right or via the enrolment portal.

3

Install the Certificate

Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to install it on your device.

4

Connect to School Wi-Fi

Once installed, connect to the PINNACLE SECURE network and log in with your school credentials.

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You only need to install the certificate once per device. If you change devices or get a new phone, you will need to repeat the installation process.

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Download Wi-Fi Certificate

Click below to download the Pinnacle College Wi-Fi security certificate. Install it on your device to connect to the secure school network.

โฌ‡ Download Certificate

๐Ÿ“ฑ Mobile users: Install the RUCKUS Cloudpath by CommScope app before downloading to ensure a smooth installation without error screens.

Wi-Fi Networks

Pinnacle Networks Explained

You will see two Pinnacle Wi-Fi networks on your device. Here is what each one is for.

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PINNACLE
Enrolment SSID
Connect to this network first when setting up a new device. It will redirect you to the enrolment portal where you can log in and install the certificate. It is not used for regular browsing.
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PINNACLE SECURE
Main School Network
This is the main secure school network. Once your certificate is installed, your device will automatically connect to this SSID for all school internet access. This is the network you use every day.
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