Wi-Fi connectivity is generally available throughout most buildings on campus as well as in UC Berkeley-affiliated buildings located off-site with an expansion effort underway. For the best and most secure connection, eduroam is the primary Wi-Fi service for access to the campus network (be sure to drop Airbears or other options in your list). It provides access to all students, faculty, and staff. Short-term visitors and guests may use CalVisitor, an open Wi-Fi network that requires no password. Longer-term visitors may be sponsored to have a CalNet Guest Account which allows them to use eduroam. View the comparison chart below to see which Wi-Fi option is best for you.
Connect to eduroam
To access campus Wi-Fi, a key or password is needed. Follow these steps to get your auto-generated password, there is no option to create your own password.
For those returning to campus (watch video tutorial):
- Use your CalNet ID to log into the Wi-Fi key website.
- View detailed instructions on how to retrieve your password and connect to Wi-Fi based on the type of device you are using.
- Choose “eduroam” from the Wi-Fi network options on your device, enter username (YourCalNetID @berkeley.edu, this may be different from your bConnected email address) and your password.
- Once you have set up eduroam the first time, your device should automatically use eduroam whenever you are within an area where it is provided.
For those new to campus (watch video tutorial):
- Use your CalNet ID to log into the Wi-Fi key website.
- View detailed instructions on how to retrieve your password and connect to Wi-Fi based on the type of device you are using.
- Choose “eduroam” from the Wi-Fi network options on your device, enter username (YourCalNetID @berkeley.edu, this may be different from your bConnected email address) and your password.
- Once you have set up eduroam the first time, your device should automatically use eduroam whenever you are within an area where it is provided.
Campus Wi-Fi Options
Which option is best for you? |
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Description |
The recommended Wi-Fi service to use while on campus is eduroam. Available in almost all buildings across UC Berkeley, eduroam is a secure, authenticated service which provides network access on campus and at many institutions throughout the world. Learn more |
CalVisitor provides a basic level of Wi-Fi access for those without a CalNet ID or sponsored guest account. |
| Availability |
Campus and Visitors (from other institutions) | Visitors (no passphrase required) |
| Get Connected | Connect to eduroam following the steps provided above. |
To access CalVisitor, configure your Wi-Fi enabled device to select CalVisitor as the SSID for their wireless networking needs. Note: CalVisitor provides limited service for general visitors to campus. Visitors on campus for collaboration can request guest access to eduroam from their campus sponsor or contact. |
| Web-Based Authentication | No | No |
Secure Access (One-Time Login) |
Yes | No |
| Encrypted Wireless Traffic | Yes | No |
| Access Campus Resources (e.g. bConnected, Digital Library, bCourses, etc.) |
Yes | No |
