Ubuntu Eduroam Setup

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This article will guide users through removing and setting up Eduroam on Ubuntu-based Linux devices, including configuration steps, common issues, and important notes for older or dual-boot systems.

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Quick links:Remove Eduroam | Setup Eduroam | Important Notes for Linux

This article will guide you through removing and setting up Eduroam on Ubuntu-based Linux systems.

Remove or Forget Eduroam

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top-right corner of your screen. Select eduroam from the list and click Wi-Fi Settings.
  2. In the Wi-Fi Settings menu, find saved networks. Click the small gear icon next to eduroam.
    Gear icon next to eduroam on ubuntu
     
  3.  Click Forget Connection at the bottom of the window. 

Set Up Eduroam

  1. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the top-right corner of your screen. Select eduroam from the list and click Wi-Fi Settings.
  2. Under Visible Networks, select eduroam
  3. Configure the following settings:
    • Wi-Fi Security: WPA & WPA2 Enterprise
    • Authentication: Protected EAP (PEAP)
    • Anonymous Identity: Leave blank
    • Domain: csuchico.edu
    • CA Certificate: No CA certificate is required
    • PEAP Version: Automatic
    • Inner Authentication: MSCHAPv2
    • Username: Enter your Chico State email address 
    • Password: Enter your Chico State password 
      Wireless setup for Ubuntu
       
  4. Click Connect. After a brief moment, you should now be connected to the eduroam network! 

Important Notes for Linux

Older Systems and MSCHAPv2

Some older Linux systems may have trouble connecting to Eduroam due to driver compatibility issues with the MSCHAPv2 authentication protocol.

Eduroam is the preferred network because it encrypts your connection using PEAP/MSCHAPv2. If your device cannot connect, we recommend updating to a newer version of Linux or ensuring your wireless driver is up to date.

If you're unable to connect to Eduroam, you may instead use the csuchico wireless network:

  • Forget any saved networks for eduroam or csuchico-guest
  • Connect to csuchico. This does not require a login. 
  • If it doesn't connect the first time, shut down your device for 10+ minutes, then try again. 

Dual-Boot Systems (e.g., Windows & Ubuntu)

On dual-boot systems, network access may change depending on which operating system you're using. Each time you switch between OSes (like Windows and Ubuntu), our system may reclassify the device, causing inconsistent network behavior.

If you're experiencing issues with wireless access, visit IT Support Services in Meriam Library 142. Please have your device’s wireless MAC address ready when you visit.

 Still need help? Visit IT Support Services in Meriam Library 142.
  
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Article ID: 113235
Created
Tue 7/27/21 8:30 PM
Modified
Tue 7/15/25 1:23 PM