ClearPass User Guide

ClearPass is a network access control (NAC) tool that universities use to ensure that only authorized users can access Oakland University's network.

Who is Eligible?

Active Faculty, Staff or Students

Registering Your Device on ClearPass (Wireless Network)

1. When you are connecting a computer to either the wired or wireless network for the first time, you should be automatically redirected to the ClearPass Captive Portal Login Screen. 
   • If you are not automatically redirected to ClearPass's Captive Portal, use a browser to go to Oakland's website. You should be redirected from there.
2. At the Network Registration screen, enter your OU NetID and password, then press the “Log In” button.
3. At the Register Device screen, enter a Device Name for your device (if desired), your email address, and press the “Create Device” button.
   • "Email Address" may be shown instead of "Sponsor's Email". This is the same field.
4. Your device should now be registered.

Registering Your Device on ClearPass for (Wired Network)

1. When you connect a computer to either the wired or wireless network for the first time, you should be automatically redirected to the ClearPass Captive Portal Login Screen.
   • If you are not automatically redirected to ClearPass's Captive Portal, use a browser to go to Oakland's website. You should be redirected from there.
2. At the Network Registration screen, enter your OU NetID and password and press the “Log In” button.
3. At the Register Device screen, enter a Device Name for your device (if desired), your email address, and press the “Create Device” button.
   • "Email Address" may be shown instead of "Sponsor's Email". This is the same field.
4. Your device should now be registered.

Additional Support

• OU Technology Center
• 44 Oakland Center
• Rochester, MI 48309-4479
• (248) 370-4357
• Office Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm