Does Und Use a Firewall?
Yes! There is a firewall actively guarding each residence hall. However, the apartment DSL is not firewalled.

Read more about the Resident Hall firewall here.

I'm Using a Phone Cord to Connect to Resnet, Is This Right?
You will need to pick up an ethernet cord (patch cable). Click here for more information.

I Just Bought a New Computer, How Do I Get It Set Up?
If you got a new computer, check to see if an ethernet card is already installed with it. Most new computers are installed with them already, if not, you will need to purchase one. Once you have the card, just call ResNet at 7-3424 to make an appointment to get your computer set up, or refer to our self setup guide.

How Can I Connect To the Internet If I Live Off Campus?
If you live off campus, you will need to have a modem installed in your computer. You can find information on how to setup your computer for dial-up by checking out the Computer Center's site here. This also applies if you live in Greek houses. Campus Apartments have high-speed DSL service available at an additional cost. For more information about DSL service, click here.

How Much Does ResNet Cost?
There is NO additional cost for ResNet. You can pick up an ethernet cable from ResNet to use for the year. (The cable must be returned at the end of the academic year.) There is NO per-minute fee, and you will have internet connection 24 hours a day.

Does ResNet Use a Modem?
No, ResNet uses a network card which provides faster speeds than a modem connection.  And the best part is that it WON'T tie up your phone line.

What Kind of Network Card Will I Need?
You will need a 10-Base-T Ethernet card. It will need to be compatible with RJ-45 connectors. This is the type of outlet on your wall. You are not required to purchase a certain manufacturer's card. As long as it is in working order, and you have the driver disks that came with it, we should be able to install it.
Newer computers will probably use PCI cards, older ones will probable use ISA, and laptops will use PCMCIA cards.  When in doubt, just call us at 7-3424 for help or contact a computer store in the Grand Forks area.

How Can I Tell If I Have a Network Card Installed Already?
Many manufacturers are selling computers with a Network card already installed. To check look on the back of your computer.  You will see what looks like a phone jack, but it is larger, and there should by only one jack on the card (not two like modems). If in doubt, call for help (ResNet at 7-3424).

Where Can I Purchase A Network Card for My Computer?
You can purchase them at the UND Barnes & Noble Bookstore, or at a majority of the computer stores in town. A card for a desktop will cost between $20 to $80 dollars depending on brands and specifications. A card for a laptop can range from $60 to $160 depending on brand name and specifications also. Just as a reminder, if your computer is new, it might have a card installed.

What Type of Computer Do I Need?
Most computers in use today can connect to our network. However, we are recommending the following as a minimum system:

Windows XP Home or Professional Edition

Pentium III or higher processor

256MB of RAM

100MB of free hard disk space

What Software Do I Need to Connect to ResNet?
You don't need any special software. You just need to have an Internet browser installed such as Mozilla Firefox or Internet Explorer.

What If I Run UNIX of Linux on My Computer?
Unix and Linux are pretty complicated operating systems. If you are able to get Unix and Linux running, you probably have a pretty good idea how to setup the network card by yourself. ResNet doesn't support Unix or Linux computers for setup, however, they are compatible with the ethernet connection in the residence halls. Remember, you must use a DYNAMIC IP address. State IP addresses are not allows without permission of ResNet.

What About My Aviation Laptop? How Do I Set It Up?
The Aviation Department has their laptops already configured to run with the ResNet connection. Please stop by ResNet's office to pick up your patch cable. For More information on how to setup your laptop for Samba shares, check out the help provided at:
http://portal.aero.und.edu/resource/samba

U-Mail Frequently asked questions:

http://itss.und.edu/ucon/umail-faq.html