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Setting Up a New Internet Connection
You have decided that you want to connect your computer to the internet and/or the network, or you need to move your existing connection to a new office. There are several steps to completing this process.
- Make sure your computer has a network interface card (NIC) with the correct plug. Look at the back of your computer where all the cables are attached. If a NIC is present, you will find a slot with a plug that looks like a telephone jack plug, but is slightly larger. There may be one or more small lights on the card that will indicate functionality when the card is installed and connected. If you don't see a card, or you are not sure, contact your local LAN administrator, and s/he will be glad to check it for you.
- If you know that your computer does not have a NIC, you will need to order one. The best way is to contact the manufacturer of the computer, give them the model number and serial number, and ask for their recommendation. If you can buy it from the computer manufacturer, do so. You will be able to return the card if you are unable to get it working correctly. Otherwise, visit the computer manufacturer's website and try to determine which card they are currently selling/recommending. Or contact your local LAN adminstrator for recommendations.
- Once
the NIC is installed in your computer, you will need to request an IP
(internet protocol) address. In order to assign the address, your LAN
administrator will need the following information:
- Manufacturer, model# and serial# of your computer.
- The
NIC hardware address.This number is a 12-digit hex number. Example=
00:01:bc:ef:2f:73 . To determine this address:
- In Windows 95/98, Start=>Run. Type "winipcfg" in the box and click "OK". Select the ethernet adapter from the drop-down box and collect the information. View example.
- In Windows 2000/NT, Start=>Programs=>Accessories=>Command Prompt. Type "ipconfig /all" at the c:>. Collect the address information. View example.
- In Mac, Apple=>Control Panels=>TCP/IP=>Options. Collect the adapter address information.
- Building and room number in which the computer will be located.
- Principal
investigator or person responsible for maintenance and repair of
this computer.
- If you are moving offices within the same building, please notify your LAN administrator at least 2-3 days prior to your move, so that outlets can be tested.
- If you are moving offices between buildings, please notify your LAN adminstrator at least 5-7 working days prior to your move, so that outlets can be tested. In some of our newer buildings, turning on the outlets may involve coordinating several different people.