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HuskyNet Wired Access Instructions

Macintosh OS X

Requirements

  • Have a valid HuskyNetID and password
  • Mac OS X 10.3 (version 10.3 or later recommended)
  • Have a built-in or installed Apple AirPort wireless adapter.

Configuration Instructions

In most cases, your computer will already be properly configured to work on ResNet. To test this, connect your computer to the data-jack in your room with an Ethernet cable. Then turn on your computer and open a web browser. If you see the Computer Registration page, you can skip the configuration steps below.

  1. Click the Apple Menu and select System Preferences...
    Apple Menu
  2. Click on the Network icon.
    System Preferences/Network
  3. You may see a list of network adapters on your computer. Double-click Built-in Ethernet. If you do not see a list of network adapters, make sure Built-in Ethernet is selected from the Show: menu.
  4. Make sure the option Configure IPv4: is set to Using DHCP.
    Built-in Ethernet TCP/IP Settings

Registration

Before you can use the Internet, you must register you computer on the campus network. To do this, open a web browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, etc.) and follow the on screen instructions. You will need your HuskyNetID and password for this process.