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Internet Connection Guides

Choose your operating system for the appropriate connection type below.

Wireless Ethernet (on campus)

• How to access the U of M Wireless Network - Guides for connecting your computer
• Secure your wireless connection with Virtual Private Networking (VPN).

Wired Ethernet (on the University network)

This is the high-speed Internet connection available in most buildings on campus. It is sometimes referred to as "data" or "etherjack" service.
Departments may order data services online.

• Windows Vista
• Windows XP
• Windows 2000
• Windows 95/98/ME
• Windows NT 4.0

• Mac OS X 10.3 and later
• Mac OS X 10.2 and earlier
• Mac OS 9 and 8, System 7 with Open Transport

• Disable Internet Connection Sharing. Connection sharing can disrupt connections of neighboring computers, requiring OIT to disable your connection.
• Linux: Find your hardware address for DHCP registration
• Static (Manual) IP Address Configuration

Internet Service, from home

The University is not a direct provider of home Internet Service. However, we have negotiated bulk discounts with local dial-up, cable, and DSL vendors. University faculty, students, staff, and alumni may purchase this service directly from the selected vendors through UMart.

High-speed / broadband

Cable and DSL connections are much faster than dial-up but are also more expensive. The connection is always on, and it does not tie up your phone line. Compare DSL and cable.

Dial-up / modem

Dial-up is the slower, low cost Internet service option. It allows customers to obtain a Internet connection using their computer's modem and home telephone line.

• Local vendors offering dial-up service
• University-provided dial-up service discontinued December 31, 2007

University network restrictions

If you are using a vendor-provided Internet connection and need to access a University system that is restricted to University network connections, you may need to install and run VPN on your computer.