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Network Registraion
What is Registration and Why is it Required?
Students in the residence halls who are bringing a computer to K-State are required to complete K-State's network access process before their computer will be permitted on the network. This includes both Ethernet and wireless connections. The registration process allows students to accept our Network Usage Policies. This process also gives students the chance to install the Client Security Agent that will check and make sure that their operating system and anti-virus software is up to date. This helps to secure our network against mass virus outbreaks and other security threats.
How to Register
To register your computer or game device on the K-State network, please go to https://access.k-state.edu/ and follow the on screen directions. If you are having problems with the registration process, please contact us at (785) 532-2711.
To register a PDA device on the K-State network, please go here.
To register a gaming system on the K-State network, please go here.
Prepare Your Computer in Advance
Make K-State's network registration process short and sweet by preparing before you get here! Follow the 3 easy required steps below and be set to go when you move in:
- Verify that you have a valid, licensed operating system.
You are required to have a valid (non-pirated) license to connect to the K-State network. If your operating system does not meet these standards, you will be required to purchase an operating system before you can access the K-State network.
Supported Systems Include: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Macintosh OS X 10.3 - 10.5, or Linux
- Install the most recent system updates.
Instructions on how to install system updates can be found on the How To page.
- Install K-State's antivirus software.
K-State's antivirus is required and free to all students. You must remove any other antivirus software you currently have installed.Already have K-State's Trend Micro Anti-Virus installed?
Make sure it is updated and then you are ready to go! For help doing this, please see How to Update Trend Micro Anti-Virus.
When You Arrive at K-State
You will be prompted to begin the network access process when you try to connect to K-State's network. You will be required to download and install the K-State CSA (Client Security Agent). The CSA will determine if your computer meets the K-State network access requirements.
Successful completion of the network access process ensures a safe and secure connection to the Internet while at K-State. Failure at any time to meet the requirements listed above will result in your disconnection from the network. For more information, see Security for Information, Computing and Network Resources.