Connecting to UAlbany WiFi - Blackberry

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To connect to UAlbany WiFi using a Blackberry device, follow the steps below.

These instructions work on the Curve and may work on any Blackberry device.

Instructions

  1. Install Certificate:
    1. If the Blackberry does not come with the needed certificates, go to https://albany.edu/wpacert/ and import incommon.crt.

      The easiest way to get this certificate on the device is to sign onto the guest wireless network, and then go to that address above using a web browser.

    2. If you view incommon.crt and scroll down, there will be an "Import" button.
    3. When you click the "import" button you may be prompted to choose a key store password.  You can enter any password you like.

  2. Connect to UAlbany WiFi
    1. Manage Connections
    2. Set Up WiFi Network
    3. Scan For Networks
    4. Select UAlbanyWiFi
    5. Use the following settings:

      Setting

      Value

      Security Type

      PEAP

      User name

      your NetID

      User password

      your password

      CA Certificate

      AddTrust External CA Root

      inner link security

      Auto

      Token

      <None Selected>

      Server subject


      Server SAN


Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting UAlbany WiFi Connection Issues


Need more help? Contact the ITS Service Desk.