Get Connected Wizard: Request Connection for a Computer or Printer

The question and answer process may be used to guide you in finding what you need. If you already know what you need, see Network/Connectivity at MIT.

Is there somewhere to plug the computer or printer in?

   Yes   No

Computers are connected to the network via 5ESS jacks, the same kind used to connect the ISDN (digital) phones. If you look at a jack, you will see that it has two ports (places to plug in a wire). You need an open port on a 5ESS jack to have a connection to MITnet.

Look in your area for jacks with empty ports to which you can connect your computer(s). If you find a jack that will do, write down the number written on the jack housing.