LAN (Wired Internet) on Windows 11

Requirements for Use

  • You have a laptop with a LAN port or an adapter.
  • You are logged into your system as an administrator.
  • Your laptop must obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).
  • You have a valid Easyroam certificate stored in the system (Eduroam set up). Wi-Fi is not necessary.

Step 1: Login

After plugging in the LAN cable, a login window will appear.
Click the "Sign in" button.

Login Notification Window

Step 2: Network Settings

In the authentication settings area, click the "Edit" button.

Network Settings Window

Step 3: Authentication

Click on "Edit Configuration".

Ethernet Authentication Settings Window

Step 4: Authentication Method

Click the "Save" button.

Network Settings Window with Method Selection

Step 5: Network Login

Click the "Sign in" button.

Network Settings Window

Step 6: Certificate Selection

Select your Easyroam certificate (identifiable by @easyroam-pca.htw-berlin.de) and click "Connect".

Certificate Selection Window

Step 7: Connect

Click on "Connect".

Network Connection Window

Step 8: Connection Established

If the status reads "Connected, signed in" under Network, you have successfully connected.

Network Settings with Successful Connection