How to troubleshoot Clearpass OnGuard (Windows)

Overview

ClearPass OnGuard is a network access control system used to verify user identity and device security before allowing access to the urwin wireless network or the wired network on-campus. It must be installed on all computers that connect to either of these networks, it is not required to connect to any other networks including eduroam, visit ur, or all networks off campus and it is not required to use VPN.  If ClearPass OnGuard is not installed, not operating correctly, or has an unhealthy status the computer will not be allowed to connect to these (2) networks only. 

This knowledge article focuses on troubleshooting ClearPass OnGuard related problems, for installation instructions follow this link: ClearPass OnGuard (opens in new window). 

For general network troubleshooting assistance please click this link: Troubleshooting Network Connectivity (opens in new window). 

Details / Instructions

Troubleshooting Clearpass OnGuard problems first requires determining if the application is active and confirming the health status. The sections below provide details and troubleshooting directions for typical ClearPass OnGuard related problems. 

Important: Please read the first section "How to Confirm if Clearpass OnGuard is Active & Confirm Health Status" before advancing to the other sections. It is short and has some important details that are helpful to know.

If you need assistance please contact help desk at 804-287-6400, by email (helpdesk@richmond.edu) or SpiderTechNet Self Service (link opens in new window) for assistance. 

How to Confirm if Clearpass OnGuard is Active & Confirm Health Status
How to Troubleshoot "Open ClearPass Onguard" Problem

If Clearpass is not running or is not detected on your computer you will be taken to a webpage titled "Open ClearPass Onguard" that looks like the image below.  To resolve this follow the directions below the image.

Important: Check if Clearpass OnGuard is running by following the directions in the section above titled "How to Confirm if Clearpass OnGuard is Active & Confirm Health Status". If Clearpass OnGuard is active and you still have no network connectivity close your web browser and try again or see other sections for additional troubleshooting assistance.

This screen appears if Clearpass is not running on your system. If Clearpass is installed but not running it most likely is still waiting to launch in the background or has become unresponsive. 

1) Wait. Clearpass may take 8-10 minutes to startup and perform a health check if your system has been turned off or has been off the network for a period of time.  

2) Launch Clearpass manually

  • Option 1: Search for "Clearpass OnGuard" in your Windows Search Bar and then click "ClearPass OnGuard" to start the application. 
  • Tip: Pressing the Windows Start Menu Key on your keyboard will put your cursor directly into the correct spot so you may begin typing immediately.
Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)3) Restart your computer and wait for Clearpass to load and become active. 

4) Contact Help Desk at 804-287-6400, by email (helpdesk@richmond.edu) or SpiderTechNet Self Service (link opens in new window) for assistance. 

How to Troubleshoot Clearpass OnGuard "Unhealthy" (Quarantined) Status
How to Troubleshoot Connection Issues when Clearpass OnGuard is "Healthy"
How to Troubleshoot Clearpass OnGuard "Error" & "Health Status: Not Known"

 

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