Wireless at Kent
To connect, you need a Kent IT acccount, or a visitor's IT account, or an account from another eduroam participating institution.
Windows 7, Vista or XP
- Ensure your system is protected from viruses.
- Download and run the auto-setup tool or setup manually using the Wireless setup guide.
Mac and other systems
- Ensure your system is protected from viruses.
- Follow the instructions in the Wireless setup guide (pdf)
Mobile devices
- Make sure that your mobile device supports WPA2/AES.
- Follow the instructions in the Wireless at Kent for mobiles guide (pdf) or on the Mobile Devices blog
When prompted for additional information, enter your password and your full username in this format abc1@kent.ac.uk (replacing abc1 with your own username; visitors should use their home institution details in place of kent.ac.uk), and click OK to connect.
Where is wireless available?
Wireless zones are located in social and teaching areas at Canterbury, Medway and Tonbridge campuses - your device should automatically pick up a signal.
In student bedrooms wireless is not available - use the wired Study Bedroom Service instead.
- View map: Canterbury campus wireless zones
You can also use your Kent IT account to connect to eduroam when visiting other eduroam participating institutions. |
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Users of Kent's Wireless Service must abide by:
University IT regulations | JANET Acceptable Use Policy | JANET Roaming Policy.