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Requesting Network Access

Requesting Network Access

The University of Texas offers several ways to connect to the internet and campus resources. Each connection type has specific requirements and limitations. The following is a guide illustrating what each offers.


ServiceLogin RequirementsOther RequirementsOffersLimitations
Local Area Network-Wired Connection - General NetworksEID credentials

Wall Port Activation Request

Identification of all information for inventory

Access to all campus resources.If you are placed on a general network port, you might have to login with with your EID
Local Area Network-Wired Connection - Virtual Routing Firewallnone

Wall Port Activation Request

Identification of all information for inventory



Local Area Network-Wired Connection - Publicnone

Wall Port Activation Request

Identification of all information for inventory



For networking assistance in a CNS building or using a device managed by CNS IT, use the "Network Connectivity" request type on our help form: https://cns.utexas.edu/help 

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