Networking (Linux) - Connecting to eduroam Wireless
Users running Linux distributions can connect to the eduroam wireless network using their SIUE credentials and specific security configurations.
Due to the variety of Linux distributions and desktop environments, specific steps may vary. Use the following universal configuration parameters within your distribution's network manager to establish a connection.
Configuration Parameters
- SSID: eduroam
- Security: WPA2 Enterprise / WPA3 Enterprise
- Authentication/EAP Method: PEAP
- Anonymous Identity: Leave blank
- Domain:
siue.edu - CA Certificate: Select or Browse to your system's certificate store. If prompted to specify, many distributions use
/etc/ssl/certs. Alternatively, check "No CA certificate is required" if your system allows. - PEAP Version: Automatic
- Inner Authentication / Phase 2 Authentication: MSCHAPv2
- Username: Your full SIUE email address (e.g.,
username@siue.edu) - Password: Your E-ID password
Connection Steps
- Open your distribution's Network Settings or click the Network icon in your system tray.
- Select eduroam from the list of available wireless networks.
- Enter the configuration parameters listed above in the authentication prompt.
- Click Connect.
For more information on wireless services at SIUE, visit http://www.siue.edu/its/wireless/.
Need Additional Support?
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the ITS Help Desk:
- Call: (618) 650-5500
- Email: help@siue.edu
- Visit: Lovejoy Library Room 0005 during regular business hours.
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