Steps to getting connected in a dorm
Getting an MITnet connection in Your Dorm Room
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1. Obtain a computer. MIT Information Systems recommends
Intel-based PC systems and Apple Macintosh computers and supports
them with free networking software, cables and connection
assistance. There is a recommended list available at
http://web.mit.edu/ist/services/hardware/presales.html. The
systems on the published recommended list have been tested by IS
for compatibility with MITnet and with applications commonly used
on campus (this list is updated regularly).
2. Obtain a network adapter. We maintain a list of recommended
network adapters for both PCs and Macs at
http://web.mit.edu/is/products/. A "recommended" adapter is one
that we have tested. An adapter which is not on our "recommended"
list may not be fully compatible with MITnet and our software.
3. Obtain an IP address, software, and network cables. Fill out the
new request form at http://rcc.mit.edu/ once you have completed
steps one and two. A Residential Computing Consultant will
assign your computer a unique network address (IP address) and
provide you with pointers to networking software, installation
instructions, and cables.
4. Install the software the RCC pointed you to. If you have
trouble, please use the help request form (http://rcc.mit.edu/)
to inform the RCCs that you were unable to successfully install
the software. An RCC will then contact you.
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