Registering for CU-WiFi and eduroam
It is a requirement that any device connecting to the Cardiff University network by any means (other than for CU-Guest-WiFi) MUST have Cardiff University-approved anti-virus software installed and security updates applied (and set to update automatically).
Once we are satisfied that is the case, you will be able to register your wireless network card for use on the wireless network.
If you don't already have anti-virus software on your computer, please see the University's Computer Security and Anti-Virus page. Cardiff University staff and students are able to take advantage of our Sophos licence which means that you are entitled to download and use Sophos Antivirus whilst you are a member of the University.
Each member of staff or student will be issued with one licence. The licence will last for one year and can be renewed at the end of the year (provided you are still a member of staff or a student).
Students connected to the RESLAN network will be automatically registered for the wireless service.
Where can I register?
Staff members should contact their Local Computing Representative. Staff members can also use any of locations below.
Students can bring their devices to any of the following locations:
- INSRV's IT Clinic operates from the first floor of the Students' Union from 1:00pm - 3:00pm, Monday to Friday.
- The Julian Hodge Study Centre
- Libraries on Cathays and Heath Park campuses
Students connected to the RESLAN network are automatically registered for the wireless service.
For information regarding wireless access using the guest service, CU-Guest-WiFi, please see the CU-Guest-WiFi pages
Which devices can I register?
Any device that has a wireless interface can be registered on the network providing it poses no risk to other users of the network.
This includes:
- Laptops
- PDAs
- iPhones and iPod Touch
- Kindles
- Ipads
- Wireless-capable phones
Who is eligible to register?
Cardiff University staff and students are eligible to use both the CU-WiFi and Eduroam services.
Cardiff University now offers a guest wireless service, called CU-Guest-WiFi. This service is only intended for use by those conference users and sponsored guests who are not authorised to connect via Eduroam.
RESLAN Users and CU-WiFi /Eduroam
When you register for the RESLAN service your computer will automatically be registered for the Cardiff Wireless service if it has a suitable wireless adapter. Please note there is no wireless service in Residences at this time.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If your machine has been registered but you are still unable to connect to CU-WiFi or Eduroam please contact insrvConnect on 029 2087 4487 for advice and assistance.
Users of CU-Guest-WiFi should contact either their conference organiser or their Cardiff University sponsor within their School or Division.