How to Register Your Computer: Mac OS X

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To register your computer to access ResNet

The Resnet network in the dorms requires you to register your computer's physical address (Ethernet or MAC address) before being granted access online.

1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences. Click the Network icon.
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   1. If you are using 10.4 Tiger: Choose from your computer's Built-in Ethernet from the Show pop-up menu below the Location menu. Click on the Ethernet tab.
   2. If you are using 10.5/10.6: Choose Ethernet from the menu, and then click the Advanced button on the lower right. Next, click the Ethernet tab.
   
   
3. Locate the Ethernet ID field. There you will find your 12-digit Hardware Ethernet Address. Your hardware ethernet (MAC) address identifies your computer and must be registered to authorize you as a ResNet user.
4. Write down your hardware address and go to the Computing Account Services Web site http://accounts.ucdavis.edu in a Web browser. Select Ethernet (NIC) card registration, click Begin and follow the instructions.
5. Once you have registered your address, you should have a connection in about 15 minutes. If you have successfully registered your network card, but are not getting a connection in your room within an hour, please contact IT Express at 530-754-HELP (4357) for further assistance.