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2.0 - Last modified on 2024-02-09 Revised by Joe Jamison

1.0 - Created on 2014-02-19 Authored by IET

Question

How do I connect to the eduroam wireless network from my Android device?

Overview

Users can perform these steps before they come to campus. 

If you do not have cellular service before or after you arrive on campus to complete these steps, please use steps on the main article Connecting to the eduroam wireless network

Answer

  1. On your Android device, go to the Play Store and search for "eduroam CAT".
  2. Tap Install.
     Eduroam CAT is displayed as a search result when "eduroam" is searched in the android store
  3. Go to http://cat.eduroam.org/?idp=831.
  4. Tap the Click here to download your eduroam installer button.
    Landing page for eduroam CAT which shows a button saying "click here to download your eduroam installer"
  5. Tap your Android version.
    Eduroam website containing an image of the current android version and reminder to install Eduroam CAT before continuing
  6. Tap Continue.
  7. Tap Download.
  8. Tap Allow to allow eduroamCAT to access your device's location.
    Pop-up saying "Allow eduroamCAT to access this devices location?". user may select "Deny" or "Allow"
  9. Open the file.
  10. Allow the installation.
  11. Tap Install.
  12. Tap Yes.
  13. Log in with the following settings:
    • EAP method: PEAP
    • Phase 2 authentication: MSCHAPV2
    • CA certificate: "Do not validate" or "Use system certificates"
    • Online certificate status (if applicable): "Do not validate
    • Domain: ucdavis.edu
    • Identity:
      • yourkerberosid@ucdavis.edu (CORRECT)
      • youremail@ucdavis.edu (INCORRECT)
    • Anonymous identity: [LEAVE BLANK]
    • Password: Your Kerberos Passphrase
  14. The eduroam entry should now display Connected.

Additional Details

Encryption: WPA2 Enterprise 802.1x

Note: This information is provided as a courtesy to users who wish to use their mobile device on the UC Davis wireless network. IT Express does not provide general Android support. Please consult your wireless provider or device manufacturer if the settings listed above do not work on your device.