====== Step by step guide for the 802.1X WiFi on MacOS ======

===== Remove any existing 802.1X (GSG) profiles =====
To ensure a clean installation, make sure to remove any existing old copies of our profile. \\ 
[[en:macos8021xremoval|Click here to learn how]]

===== 1: Download the profile =====
In order to use the wifi at our building, you will need to download the profile first. \\  
[[https://gsg.cs.uni-bonn.de/files/bitinf.mobileconfig|Click here to download it.]]

===== 2: Begin the installation process =====
Now, locate the downloaded file and double click it to start the installation process. \\ 
You should see a notification pop up on your screen. \\ 

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===== 3: Installing the profile =====
Next, open the **System Settings** App and navigate to **Privacy & Security**. \\ 
Select Privacy & Security and scroll down in the right-hand pane all the way to the bottom, to the option called **Profiles**. \\
Click it. 

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==== 3.1: Find the correct profile ====
You should  now see all the profiles installed on your machine, as well as the ones still pending. \\ 
Locate the one named **802.1X (GSG)**. It should have a warning sign informing you that this profile is not yet installed and needs to be reviewed first. \\ 
Double click the 802.1X (GSG) profile.
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==== 3.2: Review the profile ====
You will be asked to review the the profile now. \\ 
After ensuring the profile is correct, click the **Install...** button.
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==== 3.3: Confirm the profile ====
You will now be asked if you really want to trust the profile and the embedded certificates.\\
Press **Continue**
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==== 3.4: Username and password ====
The profile will now ask for your username and password. \\ 
Make sure to use **username@informatik.uni-bonn.de** as the username. **Do not omit the __@informatik.uni-bonn.de__ part!!** \\
The profile **only** works with your CS account, do **not** use @bit.uni-bonn.de ! \\
And of course, substitute **username** with your actual username.\\
Then click **Install**. 
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==== 3.5: Confirm the installation ====
You will then be informed, that your username and password will be permanently stored on the device. \\
Click **Install** to confirm.
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==== 3.6: Finalize the installation ====
You will now be asked for your Mac's username and password (or Touch ID) to finish the installation of the profile. \\ 
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==== 4: Confirm the profile was installed ====
If all went well, you will now see the **802.1X (GSG)** profile among your installed profiles.
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==== 5: Connect to the WiFi ====
Inside our building, you should now be able to connect to the 802.1X WiFi.
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