UB Wi-Fi Networks and Outdoor Coverage
Learn about UB's Wi-Fi networks: how to connect, what they are used for, and what areas on campus are covered.
Step-by-step instructions
VIDEO: Connect to eduroam
About UB's Wi-Fi networks
eduroam is UB's official, secure Wi-Fi network for phones, laptops, desktop computers and tablets, available to students, faculty and staff. You can use eduroam at thousands of participating locations around the world.
UB_Devices is the network you'll choose on devices where you can't input a username and password, like Smart TVs, printers or gaming consoles.
UB Connect is used by visitors to UB, and by UB students, faculty and staff to begin setting up eduroam.
Outdoor Wi-Fi coverage maps
Blue: Existing coverage. Red: Planned coverage
North Campus
South Campus
Common questions
Why am I getting poor Wi-Fi signal strength?
There can be a number of factors:
- Interference from walls, ceilings, metal, furniture, or even people
- Your distance from a Wi-Fi access point
- The number of simultaneous connections to a Wi-Fi access point
Try moving your laptop closer to the nearest access point to improve reception. If you continue to get a poor signal, report the problem to the UBIT Help Center at 716-645-3542.
Do I ever need to re-enroll in eduroam?
Yes. See Re-enroll in eduroam Wi-Fi for more details.
What happened to UB Secure?
UB Secure is being retired in 2025. eduroam should be used by all UB students, faculty and staff for connecting phones, laptops, desktop computers and tablets.
Does UB offer any hotspot Wi-Fi services?
Yes! Learn about UB Wi-fi to Go, available to UB staff, faculty and faculty-sponsored student clubs.
Can I access UB's administrative systems with eduroam?
Yes. If you need a VPN client to access those services, you will still need a VPN client for 2-factor authentication.
Does UB offer any remote learning resources?
Still need help?
Contact the UBIT Help Center.