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Ethernet Configuration

Macinstosh OS X

Operating System: Mac OS 10

Configure TCP/IP

  1. From the Apple Menu (upper left corner of the Mac desktop), select System Preferences.
  2. Under Internet & Network, click Network.
  3. Click on the TCP/IP tab if it is not already selected. Within the TCP/IP box:
    • From the Location drop-down menu, select Automatic.
    • From the Show drop-down menu, select Built-in Ethernet.
  4. Click on the TCP/IP tab if it is not already selected. Within the TCP/IP box:
    • From the Configure drop-down menu, select Using DHCP.
    • In the Search Domains field, enter oit.umass.edu
  5. Click Save to save the settings.

Test Your Connection

  1. Test your connection by opening an Internet browser (e.g., Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer). Note: If you are using a jack that is part of the Network Registration system (NetReg), you will need to register your computer before you can access the campus network.
  2. After you launch your browser, enter a URL. If you are using a NetReg jack, you will automatically be redirected to the NetReg Web site. The NetReg site can be found at: <http://netreg.oit.umass.edu/>. More information about NetReg

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Need Help?

If you encounter problems, submit an online Help Request.
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Contact the OIT Help Desk at 545-9400.

Last revised March 01, 2004