Before You Start
SpectrumU is a streaming service that lets you watch live TV and on-demand content while connected to the HWS campus network. It is free for HWS students, faculty, and staff.
- Your device must be connected to the HWS-Private network
- SpectrumU works on any web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, etc.)
Sign In to SpectrumU
1. Navigate to watch.spectrum.net
2. A the bottom of the screen, click on Sign In to SpectrumU
Note: This dialog may appear in one of the two ways shown below.


3. In the Enter your school domain dialog, enter hws.edu
4. Click Submit

5. You will be redirected to the HWS login portal; enter your HWS username and password
6. Click Submit

7. After signing on, you will be redirected back to watch.spectrum.net
8. To open Spectrum U, click Continue

More Help
Need additional help? Contact the HWS IT Services Help Desk.