Wired network
New computer or a computer with a fresh Windows installation
- Sign in with SSO to the support portal ↗ and request “Computer services → Active Directory domain membership”.
- After approval, a technician connects the computer to a temporary network and joins AD.
- User and machine certificates and network settings are applied automatically through GPO.
- After successful 802.1X authentication, the computer moves to the main network automatically; no cable or port changes are needed.
Everyday use
Connect the Ethernet cable and sign in to Windows. Authentication and connection are automatic: no captive portal, VPN or manual IP, port, certificate or 802.1X configuration.
Technical summary
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | AD membership required |
| IEEE | 802.1X |
| EAP | PEAP |
| Inner method | Smart Card or other Certificate |
| Authentication | Machine certificate before Windows logon; user certificate after login |
| Certificates / Settings | AD GPO Auto-Enrollment / GPO |
| IP / Gateway / DNS | DHCP |
| Root CA | Automatically installed via GPO |
Wired network support
Sign in to support with SSO ↗Ticket category: “Network and Internet → Wired network failure”. Include the building, room, device and problem. Do not modify managed certificate or 802.1X settings.
Never send your SSO password, PFX/P12 file, private key or certificate password.
Still need help?
Prepare the service name, error message and steps you have tried. Do not send passwords or sign-in codes.
Sources and review status
Last text review: 3 October 2026
Editorial responsibility: Supplementary guide editorial team · University technical approval: not received; technical owner not designated
Next planned review: 2 November 2026
Campus wireless guide (Legacy source; a working original address has not been verified)
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