The University uses the Eduroam (Education Roaming) Wi-Fi network. It’s fast, secure and you can use it to get online at many other universities around the world. You can get connected to Eduroam by using the Wi-Fi setup network.
This article explains how to connect to Wi-Fi using the wifi set-up wizard.
Wi-Fi setup wizard
From the list of available wireless networks, select 'WiFi setup - University of Leeds'
- Once connected, open a browser and go to an external website
- You should be re-directed to the JoinNow configuration screen
- Please note: Some browsers may block the re-direction as a security measure. If you do not see the JoinNow screen enter the following in the browser address bar: https://cloud.securew2.com/public/26856/Groups/eduroam_group/
- Please note: Some browsers may block the re-direction as a security measure. If you do not see the JoinNow screen enter the following in the browser address bar: https://cloud.securew2.com/public/26856/Groups/eduroam_group/
- Click the top eduroam option if you have an @leeds.ac.uk address. If you have an admin account select the second option
- It will detect and display your Operating System. Click the "JoinNow" button
- You'll be guided through a wizard which will configure your device with the settings required to connect to Eduroam
- Depending on the type of device you may be asked to run an installer, install certificates or a profile onto your device. Please follow these steps, as these settings are required to connect to the Eduroam network
- The Wi-Fi setup utility will ask you to enter your university login details, use the username@leeds.ac.uk format for your username then click "Next"
- The Wi-Fi setup utility will then configure your device and attempt to log you on to the Eduroam network
I'm not from the University of Leeds
You will need to contact your home institution for help, You can find more information by visiting https://www.ja.net/eduroam/participating-organisations.
Having problems?
If you have any problems the most common causes are:
- The username was entered without adding @leeds.ac.uk at the end
- The password was incorrect - this will lock your account out after a few wrong attempts
Use SSPR to unlock your account or reset your password - The data/time or time zone is incorrect on your device
- Your account is currently disabled
- You have finished your course
If you still can't get connected you can use the Wi-Fi setup network to configure your connection to Eduroam.
If you have problems after following these instructions, please contact the service desk by visiting our article "IT Service Desk - Opening hours and how to contact us"