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PURPOSE:

To explain whether a user should be connecting to Eduroam or RHIT-OPEN wireless networks.
 

APPLIES TO:

Any internet capable device on campus

 

How to Determine if you should use Eduroam or RHIT-OPEN on your device

Eduroam versus rhit-open:

EIT is proud to offer two different choices for connecting to the wireless network.  Both of these networks have specific uses.

  1. Eduroam is the main wireless network at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.  Laptops, phones and tablets can connect to Eduroam by first registering the MAC address and then signing in to eduroam using your full email address (username@rose-hulman.edu) and network password.  To register your MAC address, contact the Service Desk.
  2. RHIT-OPEN is used to connect guests of Rose-Hulman to the wireless network. Guests should select the RHIT-OPEN wireless network, open a web browser and enter a valid email address when prompted. They will then be connected to the wireless network. RHIT-OPEN is also used for connecting devices other than laptops, phones and tablets to the wireless network.  These devices include smart tv’s, game consoles, etc. To connect to the RHIT-OPEN network, please register your device using Clearpass at: https://clearpass.rose-hulman.edu/guest/auth_login.php.   Sign in with your email address and network password.  Click Create Device. Enter MAC Address type of item to be registered, expiration date and email address.  Then click Create Device. 

**Make sure you register device before trying to connect to RHIT-OPEN.  If you connect to RHIT-OPEN prior to registering your device, you will be considered a Guest.  If this happens, please submit a Service Request with MAC address to resolve this issue**

RHIT-OPEN is restricted from accessing EIT-provided services such as email, DFS, and license servers; however, devices on this network will have access to labs, classrooms, residence halls, and the Internet. 


 

related articles:

Connecting to the Rose-Hulman Wireless Network

How do I get a wireless device other than a smartphone connected to RHIT-OPEN wireless network?

More help:

If this information does not help resolve your issue and/or you need assistance from EIT, please submit an online service request at: https://rose-hulman.microsoftcrmportals.com/SignIn?ReturnUrl=/mycases/create-case/



 

Keywords: eduroam, network, internet, rhit-open, wireless
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