Connect to Guest@UA Wireless Network
Introduction
This article will demonstrate how to connect to the Guest@UA wireless network. The Guest@UA is a free wireless connection to check email, participate in conferences or browse the web. It is for University of Alberta visitors who do not have a Campus Computing ID (CCID).
Note: This is a performance-limited resource and is not intended for those with a valid CCID.
Applicability
This article applies to guests of the University of Alberta who need to connect to a wireless network to check email, participate in conferences or browse the web. Please be aware that the Guest@UA wireless network is not for members of the University of Alberta who have a Campus Computing ID (CCID)
Procedure
If at any time you have difficulty or encounter problems with this process, please call the Staff Service Centre for IT support at 780-492-8000 Ext. 1. Between the hours of 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday to Friday.
Connecting to Guest@UA
1. Click the wireless connection icon near the clock. Scroll down the list until you find the Guest@UA wireless network, and select it from the list of networks.
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2. When you connect to the Guest@UA wireless network your computer will launch a web browser to the University of Alberta Guest wireless service webpage.
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3. Select your preferred authentication source From the University of Alberta Guest wireless service website.
4. After selecting your preferred authentication source you will be directed to the Guest@UA Acceptable Use Policy. Please read carefully before pressing the “I accept the terms” button.
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5. If this is the first time using the Guest@UA wireless service you can expect to receive a notification from the organization you are using to authenticate asking you to verify your request. The notifications will look similar to the examples below:
Facebook:
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Google:
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Windows:
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6. After you grant permission to use the 3rd party authentication your credentials are checked by the 3rd party company. If you successfully authenticate the screen will move on to enabling your network access, which should look similar to the below image. The page will display the date and time your authentication with the Guest@UA network is good for.
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7. When complete, Your web browser will automatically be redirected to the University of Alberta homepage.
Additional Considerations
Below are links on how to connect to eduroam, should you have an active University of Alberta CCID.
https://universityofalberta.freshservice.com/support/solutions/articles/19000125813