How do I set up my computer to use the University wireless network? (Mac)

  • Note for staff: Staff devices that are NOT centrally managed will have internet access only when connecting to eduroam and will need to connect to the GlobalProtect VPN service for full access to AU resources.

  • Visit the eduroam Configuration Assistant Tool website
  • Click the button Click here to download your eduroam installer
  • Use the search box at the bottom of the menu to search for Aberystwyth University and click on it
  • Click the blue eduroam button to download the installer
  • Open the file when it has downloaded and you will see a notification to review the profile in System Settings
  • Click the Apple icon at the top-left of the screen and open System Settings
  • In the menu on the left, open Privacy & Security
  • Click on eduroam then Install
  • Click Continue
  • In the System Username box, enter your full Aberystwyth University email address
  • In the System Password box, enter the password for your university IT account. Take care when typing your password and make sure it is correct
  • Click Install
  • Your computer will ask for your TouchID, or the username and password you use to log in to the computer. You will need to do this to approve the network setup
  • Your device will automatically connect to the eduroam network wherever the network is available

IT Service Desk, Aberystwyth University, Hugh Owen Library, Penglais, Aberystwyth, SY23 3DZ
Tel: 01970 62 2400 Email: is@aber.ac.uk