Connect Mac Computer with Ethernet (Wired Internet) - Students

How do students connect their personal Mac computer to wired internet (with ethernet) on campus?

Question

How do students connect their personal Mac computer to wired internet (with ethernet) on campus?

Answer

1. Plug an ethernet cable into the wall port or access point and then into your system, dongle or dock

   • Important: Only plug the cable into LAN1, LAN2 or LAN3. The ports labeled Console or Pass-Thru will not provide internet. See article Wired Network Access Point Connections.

2. Locate your wired MAC address

   • Find Wired MAC Address on Mac

3. Fill out the Network Device Registration Form on MyState

   • You can search "Network Device Registration Form" in the search box on MyState or find it in the list of forms on your MyState Dashboard or under the Resources tab

4. Wait until the top of the hour passes (e.g. If you fill out the form at 2:05pm, wait until after 3:00pm)

5. Unplug your ethernet cable and plug it back in

Important: If a pop-up box asks you for your 802.1x credentials, click Cancel. If you accidentally entered them, see article Remove Saved 802.1x Password from Keychain on Mac