Configuring Mac OS X for Stanford DSL
On this page:
About Stanford DSL
A DSL connection effectively provides the same type of Ethernet connection as an on-campus SUNet connection (using the network jack that an office or other on-campus computer plugs into).
Once Stanford DSL service is ordered, Communication Services arranges to have DSL facilities installed at the outside termination box or NID at your home and then to have a technician install the DSL wiring and router in your home. You may have to be present for the outside installation and you must be present during the inside installation. NOTE that you should have an Ethernet adapter already installed and configured in your computer before the DSL wiring is installed in your home.
Configuring for DSL
For DSL, you may configure your network settings before a technician comes to install the DSL router. This will not only aid in the installation process, but you can test the DSL connection with your computer while the technician is still at your home.
NOTE: You must have a copy of the letter or e-mail message that was sent to you by Communication Services before proceeding with these instructions! The letter contains your IP Address, Gateway Router Address, and Subnet Mask - all of which are used in the following instructions.
Follow these steps to complete the configuration:
- Select the System Preferences button on the dock:
- Select the Network button:
- Under Show, select Built-in Ethernet.
- Under Show, select Built-in Ethernet and ensure that the TCP/IP folder is selected (highlight in blue):
- In the Location field, select Automatic
- In the Configure IPv4 field inside the TCP/IP window, select Using DHCP
- The IP Address field will be automatically configured
- Leave the DHCP Client ID field blank
- In the Search Domains field, enter stanford.edu (optional)
- Click Apply Now to finish the configuration.
Getting Additional Help
You can contact the Stanford IT Help Desk via HelpSU for consulting help.
Apple's Web site also contains helpful tips for troubleshooting Open Transport.
For additional help, contact your dormitory's Resident Computer Coordinator (RCC) or your department's Local Network Administrator (LNA) or Expert Partner.
