How to connect to HMS wireless

Harvard Secure

Harvard Secure is already widely available at the Cambridge location and the HMS campus, providing users access to a secure network connection protected by encryption and firewall. If you have not already done so, register your device to connect to Harvard Secure by following these steps:

If on campus:

1. Connect to the HMS Guest wireless network
2. Select Register your wireless device and follow the prompts to install the certificate and connect
3. Sign in with your HMS account ID and password
4. Restart computer

If off-campus:

1. Go to the wireless registration page
2. Select Sign in
3. Follow the prompts to install the certificate and connect

After your device is registered and you have installed the required SecureW2 certificate, you will see the HMS
wireless profile in your Wi-Fi settings. This profile will allow you to connect to Harvard Secure and eduroam.

HMS Guest

If you are on campus: 
1. Connect to the HMS Guest wireless network
2. Follow the prompts to register as a guest
3. Check your email inbox for confirmation to complete the registration.

How to connect to an HMS wired connection

To connect your desktop or laptop to a wired connection on campus, you first need to register your on-campus device.  

Get help 

• Connect to HMS networks on Windows
• Connect to HMS networks on mac
• Connect to HMS wireless networks on iPhones and iPads
• Connect to HMS wireless networks on Android 

• Wireless and wired connectivity

For all other questions, visit the HMS IT Service Portal. You can also contact HMS IT by phone at 617-432-2000 or by email at itservicedesk@hms.harvard.edu.

Note – Laptops connecting to the Harvard Secure network will be required to adhere to minimum OS standards. These align with the measures which have already been set forth for wired network access.