How to Set Up eduroam on Mac

Note: Your wireless device must support 802.1x authentication to access the eduroam network.

If you have a device that does not support 802.1x, see Device Registration for Network Access.

If you’re looking for more eduroam resources including information about the federation, locating services, and automatic configuration tools, visit eduroam.org.

Trusting a New ClearPass Authentication Certificate

ClearPass authentication certificates are renewed annually. For details see How to Accept a New ClearPass Authentication Certificate.

Step 1

On your wireless device, find and connect to the eduroam Wi-Fi network.

Note: When connecting, your device may show a certificate warning message. If prompted, you must trust the certificate from clearpass.gmu.edu, issued by InCommon RSA Server CA.

Step 2

When prompted, log in using your full Mason email address (NetID@gmu.edu) and your Patriot Pass Password.

Step 3

If you are prompted to verify the certificate, select Continue and enter your local admin account password (or use Touch ID).

How to Accept a New ClearPass Authentication Certificate

Step 1

You will be prompted to to examine the certificate before authenticating to the server. Click on Continue.

Step 2

You may view either the limited or full certificate information. Click on Continue.

Step 3

Enter your Username (netID@gmu.edu) and Patriot Pass Password then click OK.

Last modified: August 20, 2024