Netreg Faq

  1. About Netreg
  2. Why do I have to register ?
  3. How will this affect the way I use my computer ?
  4. Does this mean my IP will change ?
  5. But I'm already registered!
  6. Setting up my computer to use Netreg
  7. Suport Devices

About Netreg

Welcome to Netreg. In order for a Computer to be used on the Griffith University Network it must first be registered with the Netreg system. This is a once-only registration for most new equipment.
If you've come to this page it's typically because your computer has not previously been registered or has been de-registered.
Network Registration must be performed by ITS Support Staff. For help registering your computer or to schedule an appointment please call the Helpdesk at extension $HELP_EXTN.
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Why do I have to register ?

A Netreg registration is generally only required once every 5 years for each computer on the network. Once a machine is registered, it may be moved to other areas of the University (including all other campuses) simply by plugging it in.
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How will this affect the way I use my computer ?

In most cases, it won't affect the day-to-day use of your computer. After the intial registration, you shouldn't notice that Netreg exists.
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Does this mean my IP will change ?

Once registered with the Netreg system, your computer will be assigned a Griffith IP every time it turns on. There is a chance that this IP will change periodically, depending on the number of other devices connected to the network simultaneously.

The Netreg system allows you to track computers on the University network through its host name. After registration, your computer will be assigned a unique name based on its asset number. For example, if the computer's asset number is "123456", and you are registering for the School of CIT domain, your hostname will be pc123456.cit.your.domain.com. This hostname will stay with the computer, no matter where the computer is located in the university.
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But I'm already registered!

If your computer has been previously registered and you were not expecting this screen, please contact a CSO on $HELP_EXTN. It is possible that:

  1. Your registration has expired,
  2. You have been unregistered from the system,
  3. or, you have changed your networking interface. (possibly though an upgrade/repair).

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Setting up my computer to use Netreg

A CSO will be able to advise you of the correct network settings when initially registering the computer. Generally, it is sufficient to the let the computer automatically determine all network settings (including IP address and DNS servers). The settings automatically provided depend on the current location of the computer, and will could change everytime the computer is turned on. Unless the computer is being used for a very special purpose, these changes will not have any affect on the way you currently use your computer.
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Suported devices

Netreg is designed to allow maximum flexibility in support various devices on the Griffith network. Almost all computers, and most other networking devices (such as printers, IP telephones) should work flawlessly with Netreg. A CSO will be able to assit you in configuring Netreg and to work with your device.
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