Problem
"I can't connect to WiFi."
Solution
To fix this issue, try one or more of the following solutions.
Simple fixes
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If you’re having trouble connecting to eduroam WiFi or experiencing poor Wifi performance, it is usually related to specific actions, conditions, or based on a device setting. We’ve listed a few common instances here with steps you can try to help get you connected.
Did you recently change your password?
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Go to your device settings and update your password. Remember to use your full email address with @calpoly.edu for eduroam. It's important to update it on any device where your previous password was saved for automatic login or connection - including your phone, laptop, desktop, and any other personal computing devices. |
Is eduroam running slow?
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Go to your device's wireless settings and turn off your Wi-Fi. Wait a few moments, then turn your Wi-Fi back on. This should re-connect you to the nearest Wi-Fi access point giving you a faster internet speed. |
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Are you trying to connect an IoT device?
(such as a game console, printer or media device)
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There is a separate WiFi network for devices that typically connect only to home WiFi networks for those types of devices called CP-IoT-Secure. Learn how to connect to CP-IoT-Secure and what WiFi devices are supported on campus. |
By Device
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The eduroam WiFi network does not work with IoT devices. |
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Solutions By Device…
Windows (State computer)
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If you are having trouble accepting the new certificate: From the prompt, click the Connect button. If this doesn't work then try the following steps. Image RemovedImage AddedConnect to campus ethernet or connect to GlobalProtect VPN (using a hotspot or other internet source). Open the Command Prompt (through the Start menu: Start > Windows System > Command Prompt) and paste gpupdate /force into the command window. This will configure your computer to connect to eduroam WiFi.
If you are unable to locate the Command Prompt or need help, submit a General Help Request. See Can't Connect to eduroam from my PC (Windows 10). |
Windows (Personal computer)
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title | Windows 10Click to view how to get your Windows (Personal computer) connected... |
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See Can't Connect to eduroam from my PC (Windows 10). |
Mac (Personal computer
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title | Click to view how to get your Mac (Personal computer) connected... |
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See Can't Connect to eduroam from my Mac. |
iOS
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title | Click to view how to get your iOS device connected... |
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Android
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See Can't Connect to eduroam from my Android. |
Lenovo computer or a Huawei, OnePlus, or Xiaomi
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Software on your computer may be inadvertently blocking you from connecting to wireless. Submit Submit a General Help request with your devicewith your device's WiFi hardware/MAC address. Affected apps/devices include: Avast Antivirus 360 Total Security Fing (network scanning software) Lenovo Wi-Fi Security, Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo Location Services Software on Xiaomi devices (often antivirus or network software) Software on OnePlus devices (often antivirus or network software) Software on Huawei devices (often antivirus or network software)
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