We use different models for connecting different kinds of computers to the Maseeh College network. "Laptops" are computers that move around, or come and go. "Desktops" are assumed to have a "home." Wireless laptops are connected to the wireless network that TheCAT jointly manages with PSU-OIT. It is possible for a single computer that fits more than one of these roles to be connected in more than one way.  (Note that the "Laptop" and "Desktop" names used here do not always match the physical form-factor of the computing device.)

We network most computers (loosely, "desktops") according to the specific role of that computer. This means that every such computer is assigned to a jack, and that jack is configured for an appropriate subnet. Static addresses with DNS entries are provided via the DHCP protocol. All Tier 1 and Tier 2 computers must be "Desktops." (Support tier information may be found at http://www.cat.pdx.edu/faculty-staff/cat-support-tiers-an-overview.html.)

Desktops

To request that a new desktop computer be connected, please fill out the following form:

https://intranet.cecs.pdx.edu/network/host/add

Laptops

For computers that move around ("laptops"), we offer jacks and a registration page. Any registered laptop can use any laptop jack. Dynamic addresses are offered via DHCP. Laptops are separated from desktops (and servers) by network restrictions. Users may require the use of a VPN client to get around these. (For VPN information, see http://www.cat.pdx.edu/windows/maseeh-college-vpn.html.) To register a laptop, see:

http://www.cat.pdx.edu/network/laptop-guide.html

To request that a jack be made usable by laptops, please use the following form:

https://intranet.cecs.pdx.edu/network/laptopjack 

Wireless

Wireless networking is jointly managed with PSU-OIT. Users with Wi-Fi (802.11b) or 802.11g NICs may connect to the "pubnet.pdx.edu" domain, and either use a VPN (Maseeh College and OIT provide VPNs) or authenticate with web-based "nocat" using your Maseeh College or OIT username and password.

Other

In general, users should not attempt to extend the Maseeh College network beyond its authorized and documented boundaries. Hubs can (and have) caused problems, and should be avoided where possible. If you think you need a hub, contact support to see if we can find a way to meet your need while avoiding the hub. If we cannot, we will document the existence of the hub, and configure the jack for the hub to be better protected against the problems hubs can cause. Wireless access points have all the problems that hubs have, plus they can leak Maseeh College network traffic and allow access to unauthorized users.

Network users should be aware that PSU's computing AUP applies to all computers while connected to PSU networks.