Please follow these simple steps to complete your connection request for Resnet:
Step One: Review the Resnet Usage Policy
University of Minnesota, Morris Residence Hall Network Usage Policy
Acceptable use of the campus network can include »
- You may install other software packages and Internet applications, including WWW browsers, on your own computer’s hard disk. You must install and support these applications yourself.
- You may attach authorized devices (including desktop/laptop computers and gaming consoles) to the network.
- You may set up a computer to act as a server according to guidelines published by Computing Services. Consult the Resnet Server/Remote Access Policy for details on this.
Unacceptable use of the campus network can include »
- You must comply with regulations protecting intellectual property. You may not pirate music, movies, games or software. Any use of copyrighted materials must be consistent with U.S. copyright laws. U of M digital copyright compliance »
- You may not attach any unauthorized device (including wireless routers, hubs, and switches) to the network. You are not permitted to alter network hardware in any way.
- Your use of the network must comply with applicable laws. You may not use your network connection for hacking (i.e., attempting unauthorized network access to any system). You may not use the network for unauthorized access to any Morris campus or U of M administrative systems. You may not connect any device or run any software which attempts to “sniff” the network (i.e., to intentionally receive data not addressed to your own computer). You may not make any use of the network with intent to defraud.
- Your use of the network must also be courteous to other network users. You may not run nuisance jobs designed to impact any system. You may not intentionally disseminate computer viruses. In electronic communications, you may not attempt to forge name or address information. Obscene or harassing messages to any Internet user or group are outlawed by Federal,State, and local laws.
- You may not extend or re-transmit network services in any way, and you may not provide Internet access to other users by using your networked computer as a bridge or gateway.
- Use of the network for commercial purposes is prohibited. You may not run a for-profit business using Morris campus network resources. Uses of the network must be consistent with the educational goals and purposes of the network.
Administration and enforcement of these policies is the responsibility of Computing Services. Violations may result in temporary or permanent revocation of network access privileges. Serious violations will be referred to the Student Behavior Committee and may result in other penalties including suspension, expulsion, or criminal prosecution.
If you’re unsure about the meaning of any of these rules, please feel free to contact the Resnet Manager Residence Hall Network Support Specialist, extension 6384). Comments regarding the Residence Hall Network Usage Policy should be directed to Computing Services or to the Academic Support Services Committee.
Step Two: Finding your network adapter addresses
In order to connect to Resnet, your network adapter address must be submitted. This identifies your computer or device as a registered machine on the campus network. A network adapter address will be of a form such as:
- aa:bb:01:1a:f0:12
- aa-bb-01-1a-f0-12
Ethernet Address Instructions
Windows 8 »
- Navigate to the Charm Bar through one of the following methods:
- Move the cursor to the bottom right corner of the screen to access the hot corner for the Charm Bar.
- Windows key - 'C' command will open the Charm Bar.
- Start a search by selecting the Magnifying Glass icon at the top.
- Search for Command Prompt then press the Enter key.
- At the DOS prompt, enter the following then press the Enter key.
- getmac/v
- Your machine’s Ethernet or Wireless hardware addresses are listed as the Physical Addresses.
- If your machine has both an Ethernet and a Wireless connection, two Physical Addresses will be shown in difference sections. The Ethernet hardware address is listed under Ethernet Adapter Local Area Connection.
Windows Vista & Windows 7 »
- Click on the Start menu.
- Type cmd where it says Start Search in the lower left and press Enter.
- Type getmac /v in the black window that appears.
- Look for Local Area Conn, then Physical Address in the text that is returned.
Windows XP »
- Select Start -> Programs -> Accessories -> Command Prompt
- The Command Prompt dialog box will appear.
- Type ipconfig /all at the prompt.
- Your network settings will be displayed.
- Scroll to the section that says “Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection”
- Your computer’s network adapter address is given as “Physical Address.” This will be a combination of letters and numbers, twelve characters total.
- The physical address is what you’ll need to write on your connection request form.
Macintosh OS 10.7 »
- Click on Apple Menu - System Preferences.
- Click on the Network icon.
- Select Ethernet on the left side of the window.
- Click the Advanced button on the right side of the window.
- On Ethernet Settings screen, click on the Hardware tab.
- Your computer’s Ethernet Address is given as Mac Address.
Macintosh OS 10.5 & 10.6 »
- Click on Apple Menu - System Preferences.
- Click on the Network icon.
- Select Built-in Ethernet on the left side of the window.
- Click the Advanced button on the right side of the window.
- On the Built-in Ethernet Settings screen, click on the Ethernet tab.
- Your computer’s Ethernet Address is given as the Ethernet ID.
Macintosh OS 10.3 & 10.4 »
- Click on Apple Menu - System Preferences.
- Click on the Network icon.
- Ethernet:
- Under the Show Menu, chose Built-In Ethernet.
- Click on the Ethernet tab.
- Your computer’s Ethernet Address is given as the Ethernet ID.
Write down your network adapter address and continue to step three.
Step Three: Submit the Resnet connection form
Please fill out the following form or submit the printable Resnet connection form.