Internet / Connectivity » Wireless Access

On This Page:

Description

There are many wireless networks available on campus. The Help Desk provides support for 3 networks (UofT, UTORwin and eduroam).

The UofT wireless network supports wireless b, g and n and does not require a browser-based login each time you connect. For devices capable of wireless n, it is faster and has increased range. If you have problems setting up and/or connecting to this network, please contact us at 416-978-HELP (4357).

UTORwin is the original UofT campus wireless network. It is the easiest to set up, and it works with most wireless devices - but it requires that you use a browser each time you connect and it is limited to the wireless b and g standards.  

The eduroam network at UofT is intended for visiting scholars from other participating eduroam institutions. UofT faculty and students can log in to eduroam at other universities using their UofT credentials. 

Note: Undergraduate students using a Windows operating system will be required to pass the Endpoint Security Policy Test if they are connecting to UTORwin.

UofT

Before you can access the UofT network, you will need to register your UTORid by using the verify tool even if your UTORid is working for other services. There will be a short delay between verifying and being able to access UofT. The following instructions will provide a step-by-step guide to connect your computer.  Please note that the device will be configured with the UTORid and password that was used to set it up, and it is therefore not recommended for shared computers or devices. 

Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP

Mac OS X 10.6 and older

iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch)
BlackBerry OS
Android (2.3.3 and up)
webOS is not supported - follow the instructions for UTORwin: mobile devices instead if you have a HP Touchpad or Palm Pre/Pre/Veer phone

UTORwin


Windows Setup for UTORwin
Windows 7 — Instructions to connect Windows 7 to UTORwin
Windows Vista — Instructions to connect Windows Vista to UTORwin
Windows XP — Instructions to connect Windows XP to UTORwin

Click here for Windows Setup Troubleshooting articles.

Mac Setup for UTORwin
OS X 10.5 & 10.6 — Instructions to connect Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6 to UTORwin.
OS X 10.3 — Instructions to connect Mac OS X 10.3 to UTORwin
OS X 10.1 & 10.2 — Instructions to connect Mac OS X 10.1 and 10.2 to UTORwin.

Click here for Mac Setup Troubleshooting articles.

Other Systems Setup for UTORwin

Linux — Linux is not supported by the Help Desk. However these instructions provide general information that should work with most Linux distributions.

Mobile Devices — Mobile devices are not supported by the Help Desk. However these instructions provide general information that should work with most mobile devices (iPod/iPhone, Blackberry, Android, etc.).

Endpoint Security Policy (ESP) Test
Undergraduate students with a computer running a Windows operating system will be required to pass the Endpoint Security Policy Test once a semester. This test will check that your Microsoft Updates and Antivirus system are current and active.

Click here for in depth information on the ESP Test and instructions for passing it.

Eduroam

eduroam is a wireless network system that provides access to wireless Internet when visiting other participating institutions. Support is available from your home institution.

For more general information regarding eduroam (including participating institutions), please visit eduroam.org.

Connecting from Supported Operating Systems

The following instructions are intended for users based at U of T.

Before you can access eduroam, you will need to verify your UTORid. There will be a short delay between verifying and being able to access eduroam. The following instructions will provide a step-by-step guide to connect your computer to eduroam.

Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP

Mac OS X 10.6
Mac OS X 10.5 & Older

General Connection Settings

If your device does not use one of the supported operating systems, you may try the general settings provided below.

  • Network Format: 802.1.X
  • Network Security: WPA2
  • Authentication (EAP): PEAPv0 (also known as PEAP with MSCHAPv2)
  • Approve a certificate from: radius.wireless.utoronto.ca
  • Login name: UTORid@utoronto.ca (where UTORid is your UTORid)
  • Password: UTORid password

Wireless Printing

When you are connected to the University's network (UTORwin, eduroam, or a wired connection) you can print documents using the Library's printers.

Click here for help setting up and using Wireless Printing.

Troubleshooting and General Information

Campus wireless eligibllity — This article explains who has access to the campus wireless network, as well as information about guest access accounts.

Click here to show all Troubleshooting and General Information articles.

ID #1703