Wifi Printing

Back to the student help page

How can I print from my laptop?:

Setup guides available to download the script that you need to install on your laptop to be able to print to a Safecom Secure pull print printer:


 * Windows
 * Mac
 * Ubuntu

'' *Note:You can use this system from anywhere on campus, residences, MatiesWifi and SCN if you have the required printing credits and your laptop had been registered for MatiesWifi on the SU campus. If your laptop is not registered for Wi-Fi access, see procedure below under: How do I register for MatiesWifi access on campus?

How do I register for MatiesWifi access on campus?

Why do I need to register for wi-fi access? To protect the integrity of the University network, it is essential that all computers connected to the wireless network use the latest version of the operating system and the necessary antivirus and spyware software. Since malicious attacks occur daily, it is also necessary to keep the software regularly updated. This is why it is necessary for the laptops of all University students and staff to be certified by the IT Hub before wireless connection to the University network can be permitted.

The procedure takes place at the IT Hub, in Admin A (entrance from the Rooi Plein, below the Admin bridge). Self-registration process: Please follow the steps in the Selfregistration guide to register your device for MatiesWifi access on campus.
 * Important: If you experience any problem with self-registration process, go to the IT HUB in Admin A (entrance from the Rooiplein, below the Admin bridge) or to TYG IT on the 1st floor, Clinical building on Tygerberg campus.

The self-registration process can be followed to register your own devine (e.g. laptop, cell phone, tablet) when accessing the network (LAN) or a Wi-Fi hotspot with the RegisterMe! functionality:
 * 1) See the Self-registration guide and follow the steps to register your device for MatiesWifi access on campus.  *Important: If you experience any problem with the self-registration process, go to IT HUB, Admin A (entrance from the Rooiplein, below the Admin-bridge), Stellenbosch campus; or go to TYG IT, 1st floor, Clinical building, Tygerberg campus.
 * 2) Internet access (laptop): After your registration had been completed, internet access can be obtained via any web browser by going to https://inetkey.sun.ac.za or via the Inetkey application which can be found here.
 * 3) Internet access (mobile device): After your registration had been completed, internet access can be obtained by downloading the mobile versions of the Inetkey on your cell phone.

Note: The yearly once-off network registration cost for your device (up to 5 devices) will automatically deducted from your student account.

How to manage your Printing account See http://wiki.lib.sun.ac.za/index.php/Printing

Tips for better reception
 * http://mybroadband.co.za/news/broadband/164550-best-ways-to-boost-your-wi-fi-signal-at-home.html
 * http://www.instructables.com/id/%22Poorman_s-WiFi%22--USB-adapters-%26-DIY-cookware-refl/?ALLSTEPS
 * http://www.instructables.com/id/usb-wifi-antenna/?ALLSTEPS