AAMU CampusNet

Staff & Faculty Wireless Connection Guide

This document explains how Staff and Faculty can connect their devices to the AAMU-CampusNet wireless network which will offer you AAMU network resources as a replacement for Eduroam.

AAMU-CampusNet uses secure, encrypted enterprise authentication (802.1X). Your normal AAMU credentials are used; no shared password is required.

What You Need Before You Start

  • An active AAMU Staff or Faculty account
  • Your AAMU username and password (or approved passwordless/MFA method if prompted)
  • A device running one of the supported operating systems:
    • Windows 10 / 11
    • macOS
    • iOS (iPhone / iPad)
    • Android

Note: If your password has expired or your account is locked, you will not be able to connect.

Network Details (For Reference)

  • SSID: AAMU-CampusNet          
  • Security Type: WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise (802.1X)
  • Authentication: AAMU credentials
  • Encryption: AES

You do not need to manually enter these settings unless prompted.

Connecting on Windows 10 / Windows 11

  1. Click the Wi‑Fi icon in the system tray.
  2. Select AAMU-CampusNet from the list of available networks.
  3. Click Connect.
  4. When prompted, enter your AAMU username and password.
  5. If a security certificate prompt appears:
    • Verify the server name references AAMU
    • Click Connect or Accept
  6. Once connected, you should see Connected, secured under AAMU-CampusNet.

Tip: If prompted for a username format, use: “first name.last name”

Connecting on macOS

  1. Click the Wi‑Fi icon in the menu bar.
  2. Select AAMU-CampusNet.
  3. Enter your AAMU username and password.
  4. When prompted to trust a certificate:
    • Confirm it is issued to an AAMU authentication server
    • Click Continue
  5. If asked, enter your macOS login password to save the network.

You are now connected.

Connecting on iPhone / iPad (iOS)

  1. Open Settings → Wi‑Fi.
  2. Select AAMU-CampusNet.
  3. Enter your AAMU username and password.
  4. Tap Join.
  5. If prompted to trust a certificate, tap Trust.

The Wi‑Fi icon will appear once connected.

Connecting on Android

  1. Open Settings → Network & Internet → Wi‑Fi.
  2. Select AAMU-CampusNet.
  3. Configure the network if prompted:
    • EAP Method: PEAP
    • Phase 2 Authentication: MSCHAPV2
    • CA Certificate: Use system certificates (or Do not validate, if required)
    • Identity: Your AAMU username
    • Password: Your AAMU password
  4. Tap Connect.

Once connected, the Wi‑Fi status will show as secured.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

Unable to Connect

  • Verify your AAMU account is active
  • Ensure your password is correct and not expired
  • Forget the network and reconnect

Certificate Warning

  • Confirm the certificate references AAMU
  • Do not accept certificates from unknown or suspicious sources

Still Having Problems?

Forget “known” network, restart your device and try again. If the issue continues, contact IT Support.

IT Support

If you need assistance:

Please provide: - Your name - Device type and operating system - The exact error message (if any)

Welcome to AAMU‑CampusNet!

Your connection is encrypted and monitored to ensure a secure campus network environment. By accessing the university’s WiFi network, you agree to comply with this policy. Acceptable Use: 1. Educational Purposes: The primary purpose of our network is to support educational, research, and administrative activities. Users are expected to utilize the network for these purposes. 2. Legal Compliance: Users must comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, as well as university policies and procedures. 3. Privacy and Security: Users are prohibited from unauthorized access to other users' accounts, data, or electronic communications. Do not attempt to bypass or disable network security measures. 4. Respect for Others: Refrain from using the network to harass, defame, or threaten others. The dissemination of offensive, obscene, or inappropriate material is strictly prohibited. 5. Resource Usage: Do not engage in activities that excessively consume network resources, including but not limited to, peer-to-peer file sharing, running servers, or using bandwidth-intensive applications. Prohibited Activities: 1. Illegal Activities: - Uploading or downloading copyrighted material without authorization. - Accessing or distributing child pornography or other illegal content. 2. Security Violations: - Hacking, cracking, or attempting to evade or disable security measures. - Spreading malware, viruses, or malicious software. 3. Network Disruption: - Activities that disrupt or degrade the performance of the network, such as DDoS attacks or mass emailing (spamming). 4. Unauthorized Use: - Using someone else's login credentials. - Hosting unauthorized business or commercial activities. By connecting to Alabama A&M University's wireless networks, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Internet Usage Policy, and you agree to abide by its terms and conditions.

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