Question

What does the eduroam configuration utility do when it is run on my devices?

Answer

Eduroam is a secure wifi network used at Notre Dame and many other academic institutions.

The eduroam configuration utility (eduroam.nd,edu) will prepare your device to use the eduroam network. The utility has two main functions:

• The first is creating and installing a configuration file or profile (depending on the device and operating system) that contains all the necessary information needed to connect to eduroam. This includes authentication credentials and security certificates.
• After running the utility your device will also be able to connect to eduroam networks at other colleges and universities using your ND account.
• The utility also changes the configuration of the  ND-guest connection to not automatically join. This improves performance; your device won't automatically switch between wifi signals on the ND campus.

For information on the advantages of eduroam over ND-guest, see KB0018644

If you experience any problems running the utility, or if you are unable to connect to eduroam after running the utility, please contact the OIT Help Desk.