Wireless Access (Wi-Fi)

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Most on campus community members connect to the internet through eduroam, which can also be accessed at other education institutions. The Connect2Smith Wi-Fi guest network is also available while on the Smith campus.

eduroam

eduroam is a secure wireless network and roaming access service developed for the international research and education community. eduroam is available to Smith students, faculty, and staff and can be accessed at Smith, the other Five Colleges, and educational institutions worldwide.

If you plan to travel to other institutions that support wireless network access via eduroam, be sure to connect your laptop or device to eduroam while on the Smith campus at least once before you travel. When traveling to a participating campus, you will typically be automatically connected to the eduroam wireless network.

For information about eduroam locations and institutions, see the eduroam map.

Smith Account password changes and eduroam: If you set up eduroam on any of your devices, we highly recommend forgetting or removing the eduroam network from your network settings before changing your password. If you do not take this step, eduroam may try to repeatedly connect using your old password, locking your account.

Set Up & Connect Your Device

These instructions are intended to provide a general guide on how to join and connect to the eduroam network. The specific prompts you see on your device for Wi-Fi settings may differ. Complete the process for each device you want to connect.

Note: Android users, please see the special instructions below.

To join and connect to the eduroam network:

You’ll need to be on the Smith campus to see eduroam listed as a network option.
Follow your device’s specific steps for adding a new Wi-Fi network.
Select eduroam from the list of network options.
When prompted for a username or identity, enter your full Smith email address, including @smith.edu .
Select Join (your device might display Connect or OK).
Accept or trust the eduroam certificate. You should see "clearpass.smith.edu".

iOS:

Windows - select "Show certificate details" to see the certificate:

Connect an Android Device

Select the Settings icon, then Network & Internet, then Wi-Fi.
Select eduroam from the network list.
Scroll to the top of this menu.
1. - Select PEAP from the EAP Method dropdown.
  - Select Phase 2 authentication, and then select MSCHAPV2.
  - Select CA Certificate, then select Do not validate.
  - In the Identity field, enter your Smith email address (include the @smith.edu).
  - Under Anonymous identity, leave blank.
  - Enter your Smith email password in the password field.
  - Select Connect.

Guest Wi-Fi

Connect2Smith wireless network enables encrypted wireless sessions while on the Smith campus. It is the recommended network for guests and local community members.

Connecting to Guest Wi-Fi:

Navigate to the Wi-Fi settings on your device.
Select the Connect2Smith wireless network.
When prompted for a password, enter: sophiasmith.

Student FAQ

Important: You are responsible for all network activity that comes from any device you connect to the Smith network. All devices must comply with Smith’s Acceptable Use Policy. Misuse can result in disciplinary action and possible loss of network access privileges.

Can I use my Wi-Fi enabled smartphone or tablet at Smith?

Absolutely. See the instructions above on connecting your device to one of Smith’s wireless networks.

I have a wireless printer. Can I use it to print wirelessly on the Smith network?

ITS does not support the use of personal wireless printers. If you have purchased a printer for your office or dorm room, connect it directly to your computer using a USB cable.

Can I use my own wireless router at Smith?

No. Setting up a personal wireless network at Smith is not allowed and is a violation of Smith’s Acceptable Use Policy.

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