Instructions if need-be to resolve issues:

To create your GMU password, activate your account, set up 2FA, and establish VPN connection:

Go to:

https://password.gmu.edu/index.jsp

Pick option 1, “click here” takes you to:

https://password.gmu.edu/auth/gnum.jsp

Enter your G number (9 character, sent to you in a separate email); your Claim Code is your birthday six digit MMDDYY.

Be advised that activating your account requires you to acknowledge that you have read, agree to, and will comply with:

https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/responsible-use-of-computing/ and it’s attachments.

Following the instructions as though you are a Mason employee (even though you are not) you’ll also need to:

Install 2 Factor Authentication (2FA):

https://its.gmu.edu/knowledge-base/how-to-get-started-with-2fa/

Install Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client:

https://its.gmu.edu/knowledge-base/how-to-install-cisco-anyconnect-on-a-windows-computer/

Use the VPN; process summary and quick-start:

https://its.gmu.edu/service/virtual-private-network-vpn/

https://its.gmu.edu/knowledge-base/how-to-use-the-duo-mobile-app-passcode-vpn/

In quick-start step 2, your VPN group is vpn.gmu.edu/fmgt.

For future reference, your Mason NetID is the portion of your email address before the @ symbol, use it with the password you created above.

This should finalize your access account creation for Wi-Fi login access.