1. Go to System > Applications > System Settings >Network. The Network Configuration window will open.
2. In the Network Configuration window, in the Devices tab:
   • Select your Ethernet connection and click Activate.
   • Make sure no other connections (i.e., Wireless or Modem) are activated. If there are active connections other than Ethernet, select the active connection and click Deactivate.

1. Test your connection by opening an Internet browser (e.g., Mozilla Firefox). 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/.

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