How to Connect Android Devices to YSU Wi-Fi

Summary

This article explains how to connect your Android device to YSU's wi-fi, ysuwireless.

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Question

How do I connect my Android device to the ysuwireless network?

Answer

Note: When connecting any device to the ysuwireless network, it is strongly recommended that the following security precautions be taken to protect your data and ensure maximum compatibility:

  • Make sure that any updates for the operating system well as any software updates on the device are installed.
  • Set a screen lock passcode or password on your device.
  • If the device runs a security and/or antivirus suite, make sure that only one suite is installed and that it is current with the latest definitions.
  1. Tap on the All apps button or go to the App Drawer.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap Wi-Fi (Wireless & Networks on some devices).
  4. Verify that Wi-Fi is On (usually via a slider or check box) and verify that attwifi is not in the Connected or Saved state.
    • If the attwifi network is in one of these states, long-tap on it to forget the network.
  5. Tap the ysuwirless network to bring up the connection settings for it.
  6. Enter the following settings for the ysuwireless network:
    • EAP method: PEAP
    • Phase 2 authentication: MSCHAPv2
    • CA certificate: Set to DEFAULT
    • User certificate: Set to DEFAULT
    • Identity: Your YSU username
    • Anonymous identity: Leave this blank
    • Password: Your YSU password
  7. Click Connect after all of the above settings are correct.
  8. Verify connectivity. After a few seconds, the ysuwireless network should be Connected and the set up is complete.

If you need more assistance, contact the YSU Service Desk at 330-941-1595 or at servicedesk@ysu.edu.

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Article ID: 56625
Created
Wed 6/27/18 11:18 AM
Modified
Wed 1/26/22 4:09 PM