Sign and return the networking request form as soon as possible. This form indicates your intent to connect a personal computer to the network. Once on campus, check with a representitive of the Computer Center to get your HiramNet username and password. Go to the Bookstore and purchase a patch cord to physically connect your machine to the computer port in your room. Patch cables are available in 10 and 25 foot lengths.
Network cards are also available through the bookstore.
Follow the directions for the appropriate operating system to configure your machine for the network. Supported Systems Research Systems Upon completion of the steps listed above, the Computer Center will make the port in your room active. You will recieve a message on your campus voice mail when your port is active. Ports are activated on a first come, first served basis. Connect your personal computer to the network and verify that it is working correctly.