Technology Guide - ResNet - University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Fall 2013
Connecting to the Residence Hall Network (ResNet)
STEP
1
KNOW YOUR MyUNL ID
To register for wireless in the residence halls, you’ll need to know your My.UNL
(Blackboard) ID and password.
* If you don’t know this information, go to a lab or other computer that’s already connected and go to myred.unl.edu (under the ‘Student’ tab, click on ‘Additional Services’ tab and
you can look up your username) and id.unl.edu (where you can reset your password).
STEP
2
REGISTER WIRELESS COMPUTER ON
wifi.unl.edu
•Once you have your login and password, go to
Technology
Guide
Student IT Resources & Services
http://wifi.unl.edu/. This should be the only place you can go on
UNL-WIRELESS-REGISTRATION.
There will be a welcome screen. Click ‘Accept’ at the bottom.
•Log in using your My.UNL (Blackboard) ID
and password (see above).
•Once logged in, click on “Register a card”.
•The next page is “Wireless card
information”. If you don’t know
your MAC or hardware address,
there’s a button that will say “Find
my current MAC address.” Click
that button and it should find and
fill in the hardware address. Then
click ‘NEXT’.
•Click ‘NEXT’ again to confirm the registration. You should be able to connect wirelessly to UNL-AIR in about 10 minutes. Once you connect to UNL-AIR, proceed to
Step 3.
STEP
3
REGISTER WIRELESS COMPUTER ON
SAFECONNECT
ResNet is using the SafeConnect Registration
System. General information about SafeConnect is available at: http://is.unl.edu/safeconnect/.
• Save the policy key installer to your desktop, then double click on it to start the installation. You may have to give permission
for the install to start.
•Currently, any network devices besides Win- • Once it’s done, you’ll see a window that
dows and Macintosh computers do not need to
be registered through SafeConnect.
• Connect to UNL-AIR wireless network.
• Open a web browser (preferably Internet
Explorer, Firefox or Safari). You may have to
enter a website that you don’t have cached, like
http://resnet.unl.edu/. You should be directed
to the SafeConnect login page.
• Log in using your My.UNL (Blackboard) ID
and password (see above).
•Once you’ve logged in, you will see a notice
that says: “Yes, I will install the Policy Key and
accept the terms and conditions for Internet
Use”. If you’re not familiar with the UNL Computer User Agreement, click on the link and
read it before you agree. You must agree to the
terms listed in order to register for Internet Access.
• Click on the link that starts “Yes, I will …”
and the SafeConnect system will then start a
download of the policy key installer (called
ServiceInstaller.exe).
says installation was successful. You should
now have full connectivity.
Help Resources
ResNet
For Residence Hall Network assistance, contact
ResNet Office
Sandoz Hall
Room 134
resnet@unl.edu
402-472-3535
resnet.unl.edu
Highly recommended:
Once you’re connecting on UNL-AIR,
go to http://secure-it.unl.edu/
and use the automated system there
to configure your computer to use
the encrypted wireless network:
UNL-AIR-E
The use of
personal routers
is prohibited
Computer Help Center
For device troubleshooting, repair, operational
problems and questions. Two locations to serve you:
CITY CAMPUS
501 Building
Room 105
EAST CAMPUS
East Campus Union
Room 304
(402) 472-3970
or toll-free (866) 472-3970
mysupport@unl.edu
unl.edu/helpcenter
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Computer Labs/Laptop Checkout
MyRED
Find computer lab locations across campus as well as laptop and equipment check
out availability. Watch for the new Henzlik Lab’s collaborative learning space grand
reopening later this year.
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MyRED is the enrollment self-service portal for UNL Students. From MyRED, you can
view and accept financial aid awards and view your financial aid to-do list. You can
also manage your application for admission, honors applications, orientation, housing
contracts and other services.
Student Technology Training
My.UNL/Blackboard Academic Portal
Our Technology Studio provides non-fee technology services for students, faculty
and staff on the University campus. This includes individual and group software
training and consultation for graphic, design, mobile and web development.
myred.unl.edu
Blackboard is an online environment allowing students to receive course materials,
schedules, grades and assignments; communicate and collaborate with instructors and
other students, and participate in learning activities.
my.unl.edu
Uniprint
training.unl.edu
Uniprint is the campus-wide software-based laser printing solution provided as a
cost-effective solution to give student users high-quality, affordable laser printing.
Computer on vacation?
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The Computer Repair Center can diagnose and fix
hardware issues with Mac’s, PC’s and other devices.
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Manage Your My.UNL Identity
Your My.UNL username and password gives you access to online services
that UNL provides for our students, faculty, and staff. Forget your password?
No problem; change or reset your password automatically.
id.unl.edu
Protect Yourself-Safe Computing
Computer viruses, spyware, and spam not only disrupt your studies with computer and network problems, but can result in identity theft. Learn safe computing practices.
go.unl.edu/protectyourself
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UNL offers antivirus protection for all UNL students, faculty and staff. This
service is offered at no charge to the campus.
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