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Secure Wireless

Computers

Windows 11
  1. Select the NetworkSound, or Battery icons on the far right side of the taskbar to open quick settings. The Disconnected icon appears when you’re not connected.
  2. On the Wi-Fi quick setting, select Manage Wi-Fi connections  (‘>’ sign next to the Wi-Fi sign).
  3. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  4. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  5. A warning message will appear, click Connect.
  6. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Windows 10
  1. From your desktop, open the Start Menu.
  2. Once you have the Start Menu opened, click on the Gear icon just above the power button
  3. When the Settings Bar appears, select the Internet Access Icon or Available Icon.
  4. When the Start Menu appears, click Wi-Fi on the left sidebar, then click on Show available networks.
  5. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  6. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  7. A warning message will appear, click Connect.
  8. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Windows 8
  1. From the Start screen, open the Charms Bar using your finger by swiping in from the right side of the screen. If you’re using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen and move the mouse pointer down.
  2. When the Charms Bar appears, select Settings.
  3. When the Settings Bar appears, select the Internet Access Icon or Available Icon.
  4. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  5. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  6. A warning message will appear, click Connect.
  7. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Windows 7
  1. In the lower right corner of your screen, click the Internet Access Icon from the Windows Taskbar.
  2. From the list of available Wireless networks, double-click Ramapo-Secure.
  3. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  4. A certificate warning message will appear, click Connect.
  5. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Mac OS
  1. Select the Wireless Icon from the menu located in the top right corner.
  2. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  3. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  4. A warning message will appear, click Continue.
  5. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Google Chrome OS
  1. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  2. Modify the following settings:
    • EAP Method: PEAP
    • EAP Phase 2 authentication: MSCHAPv2**
    • Server CA Certificate: Do not check**
    • Identity: Your Ramapo Username
    • Password: Your Ramapo Password
    • Click the Save identity and password box then click Connect*.

* = If you continue to have issues connecting by getting an error such as “Error Configuring Network” or “Authentication certificate rejected locally” then try the following fixes below and then repeat step 2 above:

a.  Ensure you are using the latest Google Chrome OS version available.
b.  Ensure the date/time is set correctly on your device.  If not set correctly, you will need to reboot your device after fixing it.

 

** = If you’re running a Chrome OS Version prior to 116.0.5845.120, you may need to change the following settings to:

    • EAP Phase 2 authentication: Automatic
    • Server CA Certificate: Default

Smartphones

Android
  1. Open the Settings application.
  2. Search for and select Wi-Fi.
  3. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  4. When prompted for authentication, ensure the following settings are selected:
    1. EAP Method: PEAP
    2. Phase 2 Authentication: None
    3. CA Certificate: Use system certificates
    4. Domain: ramapo.edu
    5. Identity: Your Ramapo Username
    6. Password: Your Account Password
  5. Tap on Connect.
  6. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
iPhone
  1. Open Settings then select Wi-Fi.
  2. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  3. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  4. A certificate warning message will appear, click Accept.
  5. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Blackberry
  1. From the connections menu, select Set Up Wi-Fi Network then click Next to continue.
  2. Click Scan for Networks.
  3. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  4. Use the following settings:
    • Security Type: PEAP
    • Username: Your Ramapo Username
    • Password: Your Ramapo Password
    • CA Certificate: AddTrust External CA Root
    • Inner Link security: MSCHAPV2
    • Click Connect.
  5. After a successful connection, you will be prompted to save the Wi-Fi profile, click Yes.
  6. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Windows Phone
  1. Use the following settings:
    • SSID/NetworkName: Ramapo-Secure
    • SecurityType: WPA2-Enterprise
    • Encryption: AES
    • EAP Type: PEAP
    • Inner EAP Type: MSCHAPV2
    • CA Certificate: AddTrust External CA Root

Tablets

Android
  1. Open the Settings application.
  2. Search for and select Wi-Fi.
  3. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  4. When prompted for authentication, ensure the following settings are selected:
    1. EAP Method: PEAP
    2. Phase 2 Authentication: None
    3. CA Certificate: Use system certificates
    4. Domain: ramapo.edu
    5. Identity: YourRamapoUsername
    6. Password: YourAccountPassword
  5. Tap on Connect.
  6. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
iPad
  1. Open Settings then select Wi-Fi.
  2. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  3. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  4. A certificate warning message will appear, click Accept.
  5. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Kindle Fire
  1. Tap the Menu button then tap the Settings button.
  2. Select Wi-Fi.
  3. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  4. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  5. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.
Nook
  1. From the home screen, click the Wireless icon located in the lower right-hand corner.
  2. Click the Gear icon located in the upper right-hand corner.
  3. Select Wireless.
  4. From the list of available Wireless networks, select Ramapo-Secure.
  5. When prompted for authentication, enter your Ramapo username and password.
  6. You should now be connected to Ramapo-Secure.