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How do I get connect to eduroam from my Mac computer?
Device Applicability
This article applies to:
Note: Employee state-owned devices will automatically connect no eduroam, no setup needed.
Overview
All versions of MacOS before 10.13 High Sierra are incompatible with eduroam Wi-Fi due to older versions not supporting TLS 1.2. The only solution is upgrading to 10.13 or higher.
eduroam is the preferred secure Wi-Fi network for all students, faculty and staff to use with their personally owned devices. Enroll your device to enjoy Wi-Fi access throughout this campus as well as other eduroam-participating institutions. To connect to eduroam, you must have an active StarID account, a data or internet connection.
First Time Setup - Off Campus
1. Open a web browser and navigate to wifi.mnsu.edu
2. Follow Steps 6-12 of the On Campus Directions.
First Time Setup - On Campus
1. Open your Wi-Fi settings, tap on MavGUEST to connect
2. A browser should appear as shown below
- Select Set Up eduroam
- Select Continue
- You will see a screen that directs you to click Done > Open Safari > Navigate to wifi.mnsu.edu
6. The system should automatically pull the correct Operating System, select Sign In
- A browser window will open. Sign in with your StarID and password
- The next screen you will click JoinNow
- You may receive a popup asking to allow downloads, select Allow. It will begin the download for the WiFi Certificate.
- Once the download is complete, go to System Preferences > Profiles.
NOTE: For Mac Ventura - Privacy and Security > Profiles.
- Select Minnesota State University Mankato eduroam MobileConfig and install. You will receive another pop up to approve install.
- Enter your password to allow Install
- Once you see the message Joined, press Done to close the program
- Your Mac should now be connected to the eduroam Wi-Fi network if eduroam is available where your Mac is located.
- If it's not connected, select eduroam and click connect.