Set Up eduroam, UB's Official Wi-Fi Network
Get your personal devices ready for secure Wi-Fi at UB.
Start on this device
Connected before August 10, 2026?
Reconfigure by October 29.
Before you start:
- Set up eduroam before August 10? - Remove the old configuration first (instructions below).
- Using a Mac, iPhone or iPad? Open this page in Safari.
- Off campus with a VPN running? Disconnect the VPN before starting.
Step-by-step instructions
Desktops / laptops
Phones / tablets
VIDEO: Connect to eduroam
About UB's Wi-Fi networks
eduroam is UB's official, secure Wi-Fi network for phones, laptops, desktop computers and tablets, available to students, faculty and staff. You can use eduroam at thousands of participating locations around the world.
UB_Devices is the network you'll choose on devices where you can't input a username and password, like Smart TVs, printers or gaming consoles.
UB_Connect is used by visitors to UB, and by UB students, faculty and staff to begin setting up eduroam on campus.
Outdoor Wi-Fi coverage
Shuttles
eduroam Wi-Fi is available on UB's shuttles this fall. If your device is configured for eduroam, it will connect automatically when you are on board.
Outdoor areas
Blue: Existing coverage. Red: Planned coverage
North Campus
South Campus
Common questions
Why am I getting poor Wi-Fi signal strength?
There can be a number of factors:
- Interference from walls, ceilings, metal, furniture, or even people
- Your distance from a Wi-Fi access point
- The number of simultaneous connections to a Wi-Fi access point
Try moving your laptop closer to the nearest access point to improve reception. If you continue to get a poor signal, report the problem to the UBIT Help Center at 716-645-3542.
Can I connect other devices to Wi-Fi at UB?
Do I ever need to re-enroll in eduroam?
Yes. See Re-enroll in eduroam Wi-Fi for more details.
Does UB offer any hotspot Wi-Fi services?
Yes! Learn about UB Wi-fi to Go, available to UB staff, faculty and faculty-sponsored student clubs.
Can I access UB's administrative systems with eduroam?
Yes. If you need a VPN client to access those services, you will still need a VPN client for 2-factor authentication.
I'm having problems setting up my iPhone and Mac
Make sure you are using Safari when you set up eduroam.
Need more help with technology at UB?
Contact the UBIT Help Center.