Wireless and Network Access

SafeConnect is the University's network access control technology, which is used to provide wireless network services that comply with 1203.1 NDUS Network Security (NS) Standard

• SafeConnect allows compliance with this standard by requiring users to authenticate with a username and password before allowing network access. Once authenticated, the system records the associated network address and how long it was used. That combination of data allows the campus to associate questionable network behavior with a specific user account and the person to whom that account was issued.
• Note: Organizers of special events on campus can request that guest access be enabled for the event location. Please complete the Guest Access Instructions for special events.
• If you are having trouble with SafeConnect, you may need to force log out. Please click the button above to log out of SafeConnect and then attempt to authenticate.

The Impulse policy key and an anti-virus program is required when using the UND network in the Residence Halls. Visit the IT Security page for a list of recommend anti-virus programs that work with SafeConnect.

UND will soon offer a more secure wireless experience by implementing the UND Secure wireless network. This secure wireless connection will include complete encryption between endpoints. The current UND wireless network relies on application encryption.

Select UND Secure from the available wireless networks to connect. You may also wish to Remove or Forget for the UND network to avoid switching back to the non-secure UND wireless. Contact UND Tech Support with questions or for assistance.

Eduroam allows educators to use their home campus username and password to access Wi-Fi from any eduroam hotspot throughout the United States. When a faculty, staff or student from UND attends any campus throughout the US who has eduroam enabled, they can easily access wireless using their current username and password. Faculty, staff, and students from participating eduroam institutions may access the UND network using their home campus credentials as well.

Where is eduroam available?

UND is a participant of eduroam, so eduroam hotspots are available throughout campus. A list of institutions that use eduroam can be found on eduroam's website.

How do I use eduroam?

If a UND faculty/staff/student wishes to access eduroam on another campus, visit eduroam's website to search for instructions for the desired institution.

If you are a guest visiting UND, follow these steps to connect to the eduroam network:

Mac OS

1. Select eduroam from the Airport menu bar.
2. When prompted, enter your home campus credentials or use the following if you are visiting from a North Dakota University System institution:
   1. Username: NDUS.identifier@ndus.edu
      Add @NDUS.edu after your username.
      
   2. Password: Your NDUS Password
3. Click Join
4. If prompted, your your OS X admin username and password. This allows eduroam to install the security certificate for access.
5. If a security popup occurs to check UND Security Certificate, please review the message and click OK if it appears valid.

Windows 7/8/10

1. Right-click the Network icon in the taskbar notification area. Click Open Network and Sharing Center.
2. Select Set up a new connection or network.
3. Select Manually connect to a wireless network. Click Next if needed.
1. Under Network name, enter Eduroam.
2. In the drop down for Security Type, select WPA2-Enterprise. Click Next.

SSID eduroam
Network Authentication: WPA2-enterprise
Data Encryption: AES
Authentication type: PEAP
Authentication protocol: MS-CHAP-V2
User Credentials: Use home campus credentials or use NDUS active directory credentials (please use first.last@ndus.edu) if you are visiting from a North Dakota University System institution.

Mobile Devices

1. Visit your mobile phones Wifi settings and click on the eduroam network.
2. When prompted, enter your home campus credentials or use the following if you are visiting from a North Dakota University System institution:
   1. Username: NDUS.identifier@ndus.edu
      Add @NDUS.edu after your username.
      
   2. Password: Your NDUS Password
3. Join the network.
4. You may be presented with a Security Certificate. This certificate will need to be installed in order to connect to the network.
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Windows Installation Instructions

MacOS Installation Instructions

Android support not available for VPN services.

Windows 8 Installation Error

If you are using Windows 8 and receive the error "Failed to initialize connection subsystem," follow these steps:

1. Go to the C: drive on the computer.
2. Open the Program Files (x86) folder.
3. Then open the Cisco folder, then Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client folder.
4. Locate the file called: vpnui.exe.
5. Right-click the file and select Properties.
6. From the pop-up window, click the Compatibility tab.
7. Check the box under the Compatibility mode heading and select Windows 8 from the drop-down.
8. Click Apply, then OK.
9. Quit VPN and restart.

Using VPN After Installation

1. Open the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
2. Use the drop down menu to select the correct Group.
3. Sign in using your NDUS.identifier and password in the appropriate fields.
4. Click OK to continue.
5. You will receive a connection confirmation.

The Cisco AnyConnect icon will show in the System Tray while running.

Disconnecting from VPN

1. Select the Cisco AnyConnect icon from the System Tray.
2. Click the Disconnect button.

Short-term Guest Access (7 days)

UND’s wireless and wired network are not to be used for credit card processing and/or transmitting or receiving sensitive information. Vendors are responsible for contracting with their own internet service provider.

Guests on campus who do not have NDUS.Identifer login credentials may self-register for a temporary (7 day) account to access UND's wireless network. Please follow the Guest Access Instructions for assistance.

Guests that need assistance or have additional questions should contact UND Tech Support.

Extended Guest and Affiliate Access

An affiliate account may be needed if an individual is not part of the University but needs access to resources for an extended amount of time (over 7 days).

Affiliate access gives more than just wireless access. It can also give access to an email account, Active Directory (AD) and more. AD access allows the user to log into campus computers and would also allow access to a shared network drive.

• If you only need temporary network access, then please contact the department you are visiting or consulting with.

Application for UND Affiliate Status

The completed form is to be sent to the Associate VP for Finance and Operations, Box 8364, UND, Grand Forks, ND 58202.