How do I set up my computer for the wired network in halls? (Windows)

Setting up your computer before you arrive so it connects automatically:

• 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
• Run the file after it has downloaded and click Next
• Click OK to the popup that appears
• In the Username box, enter your full Aberystwyth University email address
• Enter your password in the Password and Repeat password boxes then click Install
• Click Finish
• Your device will automatically connect to the network in your room when you plug in a network cable

Setting up your computer when you are already in your room:

On your computer:

• Search for "settings" in the search bar at the bottom of your screen
  
• Open the Settings app
  
• In the window that opens, select Network & internet from the options on the left
  
• Select Ethernet
• Find the Physical address (MAC)
  • You might need to click the arrow icon on the right hand side to expand the menu and see all details
• MAC addresses are always twelve characters long, and only contain numbers and certain letters (A, B, C, D, E, and F)
  • They may also be broken up by colons or hyphens for readability, e.g. 00:AA:35:DB:F0:1E

From another device:

• Visit https://myaccount.aber.ac.uk/protected/stunet
• Click the button Add a computer to the student network
• Select the socket type that matches the socket in your room by using the pictures on the site
• Enter your MAC address and finish the registration

Wait about 5 minutes then connect your computer to the network socket