Disclaimer
The University is only able to provide limited support for Chromebooks and our eduroam systems have a history of issues when connecting to Chromebooks. We highly recommend the use of a Windows-based device where possible.
Instructions
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The initial instructions will need to be carried out on an alternative network before being able to connect to eduroam. |
Open Google Chrome
Alternatively, a browser of your choice
Navigate to http://cat.eduroam.org/
If you are unable to access this page due to security, please try using a private browser in Step 1.
Download the eduroam Installer for Chrome OS
Navigate to chrome://net-internals/#chromeos
From Import ONC File, click Import File
Navigate to the ONC File
The one you would have just downloaded
Click OK to import
If you have imported the ONC File and the text still says “No file Chosen”, please proceed to the next step as it may have already been selected.
If prompted to section your institution, from the Home Institution list, select Essex University
Enter the following settings when prompted:
Username | username@essex.ac.uk |
Password | Your Essex Account Password |
Navigate to Chrome Settings
Locate Internet Connection
Click Wi-Fi Network
Select eduroam
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Need IT Support?
Contact the IT Helpdesk via our Customer Portal or via Live Chat or Telephone using the links below.
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