Summary
Yale requires that devices connecting to the University network (e.g., computers, mobile devices, game consoles, etc.) are registered in order to associate the device with a member of the Yale community. Note: If you are a member of the Yale community, by using the YaleSecure wireless network, you do not need to register your devices. Some game console and other "Internet of Things" (IoT) devices cannot communicate ID/password combinations. In those cases, you would need to register the network device using NetReg, which allows the devices to communicate on the YaleWireless network
Students need to register their devices annually. Faculty and staff usually only need to register their devices once.
NetReg is provided centrally by Yale University ITS. The School of Management has access to these services and will provide best effort support for them. We have listed this information in our Service Catalog for the convenience of our community, however, SOM IT does not control or manage these.
Features
- Allows devices which cannot transmit ID/password to use the YaleWiress network
Allows game consoles and other devices to be associated with a member of the Yale community as required by the University Information Security Office
- Provides compliance Yale University
Who can use it?
Anyone in the Yale community with an active and valid NetID and password
How much does it cost?
This service is available at no charge to the Yale community.
How do I get it?
The Network Registration (NetReg) program is available here.
To register your computer or device to access the Yale network through a wired device, or the Yale Wireless Wi-Fi network:
- Determine the hardware address (also called a MAC address) for each connection on your computer or device (there is usually one for wireless, and a separate one for a wired connection).
- Plug your computer or internet device into an Ethernet jack (wired connection) or use a computer or device that already has access to the Yale network. Register your device.
- Follow the instruction on screen, including the agreement to the University acceptable use policy
- You will need to complete a separate registration for each of your network connections (e.g. Wi-Fi and Ethernet or for each to two Ethernet connections).
- Once the registration process is complete, it will take a few minutes before you are able to connect to the network.
Related Policy and Procedures
- You can read more about the University NetReg offering here
- Problems with campus network connections should be reported to the central ITS Help Desk at 203-432-9000. SOM IT provides best effort support only for central services.
- Students need to register their devices annually. Faculty and staff usually only need to register their devices once.
- All users of Yale University computing and networking facilities are expected to read and abide by the Information Technology Appropriate Use Policy. For additional information, please familiarize yourself with the Policies and Procedures related to HIPAA Security.