eduroam

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Students and staff can connect to the eduroam wifi network anywhere on campus, and at universities around the world.

 

How to connect

  1. Within your device's settings, choose the eduroam wifi
  2. When prompted enter:
    • [username]@sussex.ac.uk. For example: ano123@sussex.ac.uk
    • Password: your university IT password
  3. If prompted, accept the certificate on your device
  4. Some devices might request additional information:

EAP method: PEAP
Phase 2 authentication: MSCHAPV2
CA certificate: Do not validate (If “Do not validate” is not available as an option, select “Use system certificates”)
Minimum TLS version: TLS V1.0
Certificate status: Do not verify
Domain: sussex.ac.uk
Identity: [username]@sussex.ac.uk. For example: ano123@sussex.ac.uk
Anonymous identity: [blank]
Password: [your university IT password]

Please note: If you are connecting to eduroam for the first time, you will be asked to apply the eduroam network certificate on your device. If you do not apply the certificate, you will be unable to connect to the eduroam wifi network.

Troubleshooting

If you’re having trouble connecting to eduroam please ensure:

  • The date and time on your device is set to local GMT
  • Any VPN or web proxy settings are disabled
  • @sussex.ac.uk is included after your username
  • 'Forget' eduroam and reconnect to try again

All users of eduroam at Sussex, whether visitors or members of the University, must follow these policies.

 

Wifinity

For guidance on connecting to wifi in halls of residence, please visit this Wifinity support page.

Updated on 21 May 2025