KAUST provides wireless networks across campus. Most people should connect to iCampus or UniFi. You will need an active KAUST account.
Visitors without accounts should use UniFi Guest or KAUST Guest.
Connecting from home? You may need VPN to access internal KAUST resources.
Select iCampus or UniFi, depending on what is available where you are.
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Enter your KAUST username and password.
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If prompted, review the certificate and select Connect, Continue, or Trust.
Choose the right network
iCampusRecommended
The main KAUST WiFi network, available broadly across campus.
Use for day-to-day access unless UniFi is available in your building.
UniFiExpanding
A newer KAUST network currently in Buildings 1, 2, 3, 9, 12, and 40, with more locations coming.
Use this if it is available in your building.
eduroamGlobal
Secure global network for universities and research institutions worldwide.
For visiting academics, or KAUST people at other universities.
UniFi GuestVisitors
WiFi for visitors in UniFi-covered buildings without a KAUST account.
For guests without a KAUST username and password.
KAUST GuestVisitors
WiFi for visitors and guests across the broader KAUST campus.
For visitors without a KAUST account.
KAUST-IoTRequest Required
For devices that cannot connect to enterprise WiFi, such as smart home devices, sensors, IoT equipment, or specialized research hardware. Access must be requested through the IT Service Desk.
Connect from your device
Click the WiFi icon in the bottom-right corner of your screen.
Select the network: iCampus, UniFi, or eduroam.
Click Connect.
Enter your KAUST username and password.
If prompted to verify a certificate, review it and select Connect.
Click the WiFi icon in the menu bar.
Select the network: iCampus, UniFi, or eduroam.
Enter your KAUST username and password.
Click Join.
If prompted to verify a certificate, click Continue.
Open Settings.
Tap Wi-Fi.
Select the network: iCampus, UniFi, or eduroam.
Enter your KAUST username and password.
Tap Join.
If a certificate message appears, tap Trust.
Open Settings.
Tap WiFi.
Select the network: iCampus, UniFi, or eduroam.
Enter your connection details (see below).
Tap Connect.
Android connection details
Identity
Your KAUST username
Password
Your KAUST password
CA certificate
Use system settings
Domain
kaust.edu.sa (if prompted)
Steps may vary slightly by distribution and desktop environment.
Open your WiFi settings.
Select the network you want to join.
Use the configuration below.
Enter your KAUST username and password.
Click Connect.
Linux connection settings
Security
WPA2 Enterprise
Authentication
Protected EAP (PEAP)
Inner authentication
MSCHAPv2
Anonymous identity
Leave blank
CA certificate
None required
Using eduroam
eduroam is for visitors from participating institutions, and for KAUST people when visiting other participating campuses.
When connecting with a KAUST account, enter your username in this format:
Username format
username@kaust.edu.sa
Example
jane.doe@kaust.edu.sa
Use your normal KAUST password.
Troubleshooting
If you cannot connect, try these steps:
Make sure WiFi is turned on.
Confirm you selected the correct network.
Check that your KAUST username and password are correct.
Turn WiFi off and on again, then restart your device if needed.
Move closer to a WiFi access point for a stronger signal.
Connected before but not working now?
Forget the network and reconnect: open WiFi settings, select the network, choose Forget, then connect again. If you recently changed your KAUST password, you will need to do this.
Try another device to confirm whether the issue is with your device or the network.
Still having trouble? Visit our Contact Us page to reach the IT Service Desk.
