Connecting using Wi-Fi
Our Wi-Fi service for students and staff is called Eduroam.
If you device is able to connect to the Wi-Fi, follow these instructions.
Connecting to ResNet using a network cable
Our wired internet access in accommodation is called ResNet. You can also follow these steps to connect your laptop or other device to a network cable around campus.
To use our wired internet, your device will need to have the most recent Windows operating system.
- Your room may have either a single socket, a double socket, or a Wi-Fi hub with a network port:
- Single socket: Plug your device into the network port on the back of your room’s Wi-Fi hub
- Double socket: Plug your device directly into one of the sockets
- Wi-Fi hub with network port: Connect your device using the available network socket
- On your device, open a web browser like Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari. You should automatically be directed to the Device Registration page. If not, visit https://clearpass.bath.ac.uk/
- Enter your University username, like abc123, and password. Your username is on your library card.
- Tick the box to accept the terms and conditions.
- Restart your device.
Once your device has restarted, you should be connected to the internet.
Connecting to ResNet on a device without a web browser
Most games consoles and smart TVs have web browser options. Find out how to use these with external guides such as these ones:
If this doesn't work, you will need to manually register your device to access ResNet.
Connecting multiple devices to the same network point
You can use an unmanaged network switch to connect multiple devices to the same network point.