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==Requesting an Exception==
==Requesting an Exception==
Occasionally devices have issues with the enterprise wireless authentication, for these devices you may request an exception through.
https://portal.nis.vt.edu/#/personal/wireless
==Using a Personal Router==
==Using a Personal Router==
Usage of a personal wireless router has a few rules
Usage of a personal wireless router has a few rules
# You can use it without permission as long as it is not connected to Virginia Tech's Network
# You can use it without permission as long as it is not connected to Virginia Tech's Network
# If Connection to VT's Network is required, the faculty overseeing the research will need to submit a ticket with NI&S through 4help.vt.edu and explain the situation and request an exception.
# If connection to VT's Network is required, the faculty overseeing the research will need to submit a ticket with NI&S through 4help.vt.edu and explain the situation and request an exception.

Revision as of 14:25, 31 January 2024

Requesting Static IP

Static IP's are only needed for systems which you will be connecting to remotely.

To request a static IP please contact techstaff@cs.vt.edu with the following information:

  • CS Tag (Example Below)
  • System Location
  • Requested Hostname

Example CS Tag:

Connecting IOT and VR Equipment

Various Research projects using Internet of Things (IOT) Devices, and Virtual Reality VR equipment may require additional equipment / configuration to work properly on the network.

Requesting an Exception

Occasionally devices have issues with the enterprise wireless authentication, for these devices you may request an exception through. https://portal.nis.vt.edu/#/personal/wireless

Using a Personal Router

Usage of a personal wireless router has a few rules

  1. You can use it without permission as long as it is not connected to Virginia Tech's Network
  2. If connection to VT's Network is required, the faculty overseeing the research will need to submit a ticket with NI&S through 4help.vt.edu and explain the situation and request an exception.