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GET CONNECTED ON THE SUNY ONEONTA NETWORK
YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR COMPUTER OR GAME SYSTEM TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE NETWORK

GAME SYSTEMS: visit bcmregistration.oneonta.edu/ from a computer that is already registered, choose the Game Registration link and follow the directions.

COMPUTERS:

BEFORE YOU REGISTER

  • Windows Updates
  • Virus Protection
  • Ad-Aware/Spybot

Windows Updates 
 
The most current windows updates must be installed on your machine in order to pass our scanner. Periodically Microsoft will release updates to their operating systems and software to help combat the ever-growing threat of hackers and security issues. You must have the "Critical Updates and Service Packs" installed before coming to campus, or connecting to our network will be delayed. These updates are required to help keep your machine and our network stable. To get started scanning your computer for updates and for information on automatic updates/firewalls, go to: http://www.microsoft.com/security/protect/.

Virus ProtectionYou must have an antivirus program up-to-date and actively running on your computer to connect to our network. If you need antivirus software, please see information about SOPHOS (free to students) http://www.oneonta.edu/virus.

NOTE: SOPHOS is not required. However, you must have an active/updated antivirus program installed to use the SUNY Oneonta network. Viruses can cause major damage to your investment and to the campus network. Even with antivirus software on your machine, we suggest you periodically back up data, music or pictures to other media. Also, depend on your antivirus software to catch viruses automatically. Periodically run a scan of your drive(s) manually.

Ad-aware and Spybot
Spyware can lead to pop-ups, unwanted emails, inability to browse the internet, and is a security risk to your personal information. Spyware removal programs like Ad-aware and Spybot Search and Destroy can be downloaded free for personal use at http://www.download.com. You should update and run these programs at least once a week.

How do I get an Oneonta user account?

Go to http://www.oneonta.edu/useradmin

  • Connect your unregistered computer to the network and launch your browser.
  • Carefully read the "instructions" link to make sure you run the process correctly.
  • Login using your Oneonta username and password.
  • When this process runs, your computer will be scanned for updated Antivirus software and critical Windows Updates.
  • When the scan is finished you will either get a message saying you are successfully registered or that you may have failed parts of the scan (areas failed will be specified) just make the necessary updates and then run the scan again.
  • After registering, please shut your machine down and then turn it back on. If you don't shut down, you may temporarily loose your network connection at home, and may require a reboot.

 

If you previously registered but don't have network when you first boot your machine, try these steps...

  1. While your computer is on, unplug the Ethernet cable from the network card.
  2. Shut your computer down.
  3. Plug the Ethernet cable back into the network card.
  4. Boot your computer up again and you should be on the network!

 If you have any trouble with the registration process or when you get to campus you can always call the Help Desk at 607-436-4567 for assistance.