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Queen's UniversityFAQs for eduroam
ITServices has gathered a listing of frequently asked questions. If you have a question that is not found on the list, please fill out the Online Support Form or call us at 613 533 6666.
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Q. What are the requirements to login via eduroam?
Software Requirements:
- Windows XP
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7
- Mac OSX 10.4 (Tiger)
- Mac OSX 10.5 (Leopard)
- Mac OSX 10.6 (Snow Leopard)
- Mac OSX 10.7 (Lion)
Hardware Requirements:
- Wireless adapter that supports WPA2 with 802.11a/b/g authentication
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Q. I cannot login into the service with my NetID. What am I doing wrong?
Your NetID may not be activated. Most users will have already completed this step at some point. Simply visit https://netid.queensu.ca/idm/user/login.jsp and login. This will ensure your account is properly activated. It may take up to an hour for the account to complete its activation. So if it does not first connect, please be patient.
Also your NetID MUST end with @queensu.ca. For example usera would log in with usera@queensu.ca.
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Q. How do I log in to the eduroam network?
See the Queen's ITServices Eduroam Tutorials.
However if you are looking for the quick answer then open your wireless connection manager and find the "eduroam" network. -
Q. Do you support Linux?
Not officially. Although you will likely have no issues getting it working through by selecting either EAP-PEAP/MSCHAPv2 or EAP-TTLS authentication.
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Q. Which institutions are in the eduroam network?
The most up to date list of institutions are available at https://wiki.bc.net/atl-conf/display/Services/Who's+Connected.
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Q. Do I require extra software on my Windows PC to connect to eduroam?
No. Windows will automatically negotiate with the eduroam service in order to get you connected to the network.
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Q. I am at a participating school and am having issues connecting. Who should I call?
You should always contact your home institution first when issues arise.
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Q. What authentication protocols are available on eduroam when connecting with a Queen's NetID?
- Network/SSID: eduroam
- Network Authentication Method: WPA2-Enterprise
- Data Encryption Method: AES(if WPA2)
- EAP Type: TTLS or PEAP
- Authentication Protocol: PAP (with TTLS) or MSCHAPv2 with PEAP
- Outer Identity: user@queensu.ca
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Q. I am travelling to a participating institution shortly. Should I get my system ready ahead of time?
Definitely. It is best to work out any kinks that you may encounter before leaving, and the service should work the exact same while you are on Queen's campus.
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