Registering a Network Host

All hosts (computers) on the NC State University network must be registered with an accurate and unique IP address. If the IP addresses of two or more hosts are not unique, the machines will not function properly, and they may disrupt campus network services.

How to Register a Network Host

• Students living in residence halls or on Greek Court must register computers connected to the network through ResNet.
• Others who wish to connect a new host to the campus network should contact their local area network (LAN) administrators – LAN Administrator List.
• LAN and other computing and network administrators are responsible for connecting to and registering new hosts on the university network. Please use this Host/IP Registration Site.

A Note of Caution

• The network set-up of a host is NOT limited to using an approved IP address.
• Many other issues exist, such as your host's domain name, gateway IP number, DNS (or domain name server) IP number, and address mask.
• The incorrect setting of any relevant parameter can result in your computer's incorrect function and disruption of campus network services.
• Furthermore, if your computer services and security features are not set up properly, your machine may represent a security risk to you, the campus, and the world.
• DO NOT configure your computer's network connections unless you know the procedures and issues involved.
• Instead, please contact your local area network (LAN) administrator for help.
• If you have any questions, please email network@ncsu.edu

Obtaining and Hosting a Non-NCSU Domain

North Carolina State University Administrative Regulations — Computer Use Section III, L states:

University computers must be registered with NC State in university-approved domains. Without the approval of the Vice-Chancellor for Information Technology or his designee, it is forbidden to register a non-university-approved domain for any computer connected to the NC State network.

If such approval is given, it must be made clear that this domain uses NC State IT resources for delivery.

The following instructions outline the resources you will need and the procedures you need to follow if you are affiliated with NC State, connected to the NC State data network, and wish to receive approval to register and operate an internet domain outside the ncsu.edu domain for use on the NC State network.

1. Allocate a web server and support for your web content.
   • If you believe Information Technology's Web Services group will maintain your server, verify this with webmaster@ncsu.edu.
   • Important Note: Some individuals and organizations wish to register a unique domain online without realizing this does not mean web content will automatically be available.
   • A domain name is not just a URL; registering a domain name is not a way of obtaining web hosting services or a shortened URL for an existing website.
   • For more information, see Explanation of Internet Domain Names.
2. List the domain name with a Domain Name System (DNS) server. 
   • Before a domain name can be officially registered with the Internet, it must be listed on an Internet DNS server.
   • If the new domain's web server is to be connected to the NC State network, special permission must be obtained, and the domain name must be listed with the NC State DNS servers.
   • Permission is required to ensure appropriate use of university resources and comply with university regulations.
   • To obtain approval to list a domain name on the NC State DNS, fill out the Non-NCSU Domain Request form(right-click the link and choose Open link in new tab).
   • If your request is approved, you will receive the DNS information you need to register the new domain name with the Internet.
3. Register the domain name with an internet registration service.
   Network Solutions (networksolutions.com) is the university's preferred registration service.
   • After registering the new domain name with an official Internet registration service, you will receive an acknowledgment.
     NOTE: The group requesting the new domain name must pay the registration fee.
   • Forward the registration acknowledgment to network@ncsu.edu.
   • After a few days, the new domain name will appear on the Internet root servers and be added to the NC State DNS servers.
   • You will receive a confirmation message letting you know that the new domain is now in place.
4. Register the server for the domain with NC State.

• • The domain host (name and IP address) must be registered with NC State through the local LAN administrator for the department or building where the server is housed.
  • See the NC State LAN Administrator List or call 919.513.9675.

Port Activation Policy

ComTech charges campus departments a one-time fee for all new port activations requested on the university network. This charge is intended to establish a more equitable model for adding additional network equipment in the Telecom closets. For current activation fees, please visit ComTech Service Rates.

Requesting a New Port Activation

To request a new port activation, please contact your Department Coordinator to place the order via PCR360 Customer Center. If you are unsure who your Coordinator is, please use the Department Coordinator Lookup Tool. If you are authorized to submit orders and need help, please contact support at 5-7099 option 3.