Internet Facts

USU Internet

All devices that use the campus Internet service must be registered with Information Technology before they can fully be connected. USU uses the unique physical address(or MAC address) of each network device to identify computers that have been registered and are authorized to use the campus resources. There are currently 4 levels of access that you will receive when connecting to USU, depending on how you connect and if you are registered.

Unregistered Network(IP addresses 172.16.*.*)

Only allow access to registration and security pages.

Registered Physical Connections(IP addresses 172.17.*.*)

Registrations are tied to an on-campus location such as a Student dorm room or an on-campus office. Allows access to on-campus resources only. Any websites or resources that are not hosted on the USU network require you to use a proxy connection(proxy.usu.edu on port 80).

Registered Mobile Connections(IP addresses 172.18.*.*)

Computers that are registered but are not in the location that they are registered to. Also only allows access to on-campus resources. Any websites or resources that are not hosted on the USU network will require you to use a proxy connection.

Registered Connections(IP addresses 129.123.*.*)

Wireless - Registered to a specific device, provides open access anywhere there is a USUNet access point.

Ethernet - Registered to a specific device and a specific location. If the computer is moved, it will receive a mobile IP address and will require use of the USU proxy server. These addresses have been termed routable IP addresses and are obtained through specific request when registering, for on-campus offices, or through the IT Service Desk for everywhere else. The default IP address given is the Registered Physical Connection that requires use of the USU proxy server.

Mobile/Wireless Internet

USU is moving toward 100%, on-campus wireless coverage(fall 2007). There are 2 wireless networks available at USU. Mobile Internet access is available through wireless access points and all physical data ports located on campus(use of physical ports will require use of the proxy server).

BLUEZONE

Un-encrypted restricted access: Allows access only to devices that have been registered with USU Information Technology.

BLUEZONE-GUEST

Un-encrypted restricted access: Allows access through access codes or tickets(pass-code that allows access for a single day) To use these tickets, the device must be automatically re-directed to the guest access page. Obtaining the Internet address and trying to login manually with the access code will not work. Any page requests that come from unregistered wireless connections will be automatically redirected to the guest access page where the code can be entered.To generate a ticket for a guest goto https://bluezone.usu.edu/ or contact the Service Desk.

Guest access requires a small popup to be open to connect to the Internet. This popup keeps an active connection to USU that is used to verify the device as an authorized wireless device. If this window is closed or if you get disconnected, simply re-connect, re-open your browser and enter the guest access code in again.

Ethernet

High speed Internet available to registered devices only.

To register a device

1. Have an active A-number (Banner ID) and PIN.
2. Locate the physical address of your network device.
   • Windows - physical address
   • Mac OS - airport ID
   • search FAQs - MAC address, Ethernet address
3. Establish a connection
   • Ethernet Cable
   • Wireless Card
4. Open your browser and follow the instructions
   • On-campus Office
     • Registrations are completed manually. Please allow for 24 hours to complete.
   • Mobile/Wireless
     • Registration completes automatically on the hour. Try re-connecting 15 minutes after the hour from when the request was made.
   • Student Housing
     • Requires housing records to be complete and verification of a completed housing contract sent to IT(may take 24 hours if not yet processed).
     • Registration completes automatically on the hour. Try re-connecting 15 minutes after the hour from when the request was made.

You are responsible for the security and maintenance of your own machine. This means applying adequate security practices including performing system updates, having and running an up-to date virus scanner and making use of a comprehensive firewall. Failure to keep your devices secure will result in your access being terminated. Compromised machines are assessed a $50 reactivation fee and the problem being resolved before being allowed back on the USU network. USU provides various programs and services to assist in maintaining your machine. See the Downloads section. If you need more information, please contact the Service Desk for assistance.

It is also important that users of the USU network not participate in online piracy. Copyrighted material obtained illegally in any from is subject to federal copyright regulations. When abuse is brought to the Security team's attention, the offending user will be disabled from using the campus network and assessed a $50 fee. The responsibility of resolving any copyright infringement claim is primarily on the user. You are responsible for all network traffic going through devices registered in your name. Keep your computer secure and utilize the USU network resources only for legitimate and legal purposes.