ResNet
Each student living on campus is provided with network access through our ResNet (Residential Network). The services that are offered as part of ResNet include access to the internet and academic resources. Access to SMCM email through Webmail, POP3, and IMAP is also provided. All standard operating systems are supported, including Windows, Macintosh, Unix, and Linux. Students can also access their private storage space on the network server (G: Drive). Students will need the following computer equipment in order to use ResNet:
- 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Network Card (NIC)
- Ethernet Cable (Standard RJ45/CAT5)
- Power strip with surge protection
These items may be purchased at any store selling computer items, or at the SMCM Campus Store located in the Campus Center. Students and staff will be available to assist in the setup of these items as well.
Bradford Persistent Agent
All computers that are connected to ResNet must be registered with the network. Registration ensures that only authorized users are allowed to use network resources. It also aids in troubleshooting connectivity problems and allows us to quickly identify and isolate computers that may have been compromised by a virus or other malware. Any student who registers their personal computer on ResNet will be required to have an application installed on their computer that ensures compliance with campus security standards. The first time a student connects to the network in a dorm, they will be prompted to install this program, called the Bradford Persistent Agent (PA). Click here for detailed instructions on registering your computer. Once the PA is downloaded to the client machine and installed, it will check the student’s computer and ensure that it meets the campus security policy. If the computer fails the security policy, it will be moved out of the production network into a remediation network. After the student has corrected the security issues and the computer has passed the security policy, it will be moved back to the production network. The PA then runs in the background and periodically communicates with campus security software to ensure that the computer remains in compliance with campus security standards. The PA will also allow network administrators to send messages to registered clients.
The Persistent Agent does not collect any information other than what is required to verify that a computer meets security requirements. To see what information is available to administrators about registered machines click here.
Security Requirements
In order to be registered, a computer must have one of the following operating systems and meet the following requirements:
Windows:
- Windows XP (Service Pack 3), Windows Vista (Service Pack 2), or Windows 7. (The latest updates must be installed as well.)
- Anti-virus with current definitions installed. For a list of acceptable Antivirus programs click here.
- Anti-spyware with current definitions installed. For a list of acceptable Antispyware programs click here.
Mac OS X
- Mac OSX Tiger (update 10.4.11), Mac OSX Leopard (update 10.5.8), Mac OSX Snow Leopard (update 10.6.8) or Mac OSX Lion (10.7).
- Anti-virus with current definitions installed. For a list of acceptable Antivirus programs click here. If you install ClamXav, it is not initially configured to update virus definitions automatically. For instructions on how to configure ClamXav automatic updates click here.
How do I meet these requirements?
Registration Process
List of Acceptable Antivirus/Antispyware products
Gaming Console Registration
If you have a gaming console, you may register it with the network to play online! Click here to register.
