Overview
This article explains what eduroam campus Wi-Fi is and information about how to connect.
What is eduroam?
eduroam (education roaming) is the official campus Wi-Fi at Minnesota State University, Mankato for both personally-owned and university-owned devices. Once your device is configured for eduroam, it will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi network at many participating universities, both in the U.S. and internationally. Learn more about campus Wi-Fi
FAQ
How do I configure my device to use eduroam?
Connecting to eduroam takes just a few moments and you can do it before you arrive on campus or when you're already on campus. For employees, state-owned devices will automatically connect, no setup needed. View the eduroam how-to articles for step by step connection instructions.
What happens when my StarID password changes?
Once your device is set up with eduroam, it will continue to work even if your StarID password changes.
What should I do if I'm having trouble with connecting to eduroam?
Ensure that you are a current student, faculty, or staff member at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Students, confirm your enrollment with the Registration and Academic Records Office. Employees, verify your status with HR. If you continue to experience issues, contact IT Solutions.
Is eduroam available in the Residence Communities?
eduroam is only available in the lobbies of the residence communities, not in individual rooms. Residence community students should use the MyResNet network while in the residence communities.
Can I set up eduroam when I'm not on campus?
Yes, you can configure your device remotely as long as it’s connected to the internet. View the eduroam how-to articles for step by step connection instructions. If you're outside the range of an eduroam network during setup, you might encounter an error message. Once you're in range, your device will connect automatically.
Why do I need to connect to MavGUEST to configure eduroam?
An internet connection is necessary for the setup process. You can use any available Wi-Fi connection or mobile data.
Can I uninstall the SecureW2 JoinNow app after setting up eduroam on Android?
While you can uninstall the JoinNow app after setup, doing so will remove the eduroam Wi-Fi settings from your device. It’s best to keep the app installed if you want to maintain the connection.
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