What is EagleNet Registration?

EagleNet Registration is a web oriented scanning and registration process that was developed and integrated into the Juniata College Campus Network, EagleNet, over the Summer of 2005. This process has helped to reduce the amount of virus traffic on the network as well as allow for a higher level of network security. The goal is to require all computers and devices to be updated and registered before access to the network is granted.

Why was EagleNet Registration Implemented?

Over the past couple of years there has been a problem controlling the amount of virus traffic traveling across the campus network. Virus infections find their way onto the network through unpatched an unprotected computers, which are in most cases owned by students, employees at home, and guests of the college. Several years ago, Campus Technology Services decided to purchase Symantec Anti-Virus Software to aid in the protection of campus owned computers. As part of this purchase, a decision was made to also buy licenses to protect all computers owned by full-time students. This extension of service had proven to be inadequate for a couple of reasons. There was no way to verify that Anti-Virus software has been installed or updated and even if it was, anti-virus software alone was not enough to protect a computer. This process will help to ensure that each machine is patched and protected.

How does EagleNet Registration Work?

Correctly connecting to EagleNet is a multiple step process. The number of steps is dependent on the type of operating system that is being used. The registration system automatically detects Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. All other operating systems and devices will need to be registered manually. Please read below for more information.

Registration and scanning will be required at different times during the year starting with the beginning of every Fall Semester, Spring Semester, and Summer session. At each of these points in time, computers requiring registration will not have access to EagleNet resources, including the Internet, until they are sucessfully registered.

If you use both a wireless and wired (connect to wall) connection, you will have to register twice, once for each type of connection. After registering from a wireless connection, you will still need to connect to the VPN server to gain access to campus resources.

Microsoft Windows Registration

If you are using a Microsoft Windows operating system, you will be required to have all Windows Updates installed and have one of several updated anti-virus software packages installed. If your computer is updated, registration will be a three step process that must be completed using Microsoft Internet Explorer.

Step 1: Open Internet Explorer
After opening the web browser, if you are not automatically directed into the registration system, go to http://netreg.juniata.edu. Read the comments and then click on link to continue at the bottom of the page.
Step 2: Run Scanner
Run the scanner to have your computer's status checked. The scanner will let you know if your computer's operating system is up to date and if an updated Anti-Virus software package is installed. If either test fails, you will be given links to help you get your computer patched and updated. Once alltests pass, you will be allowed to continue to Step 3.
Step 3: Computer Registration
In order to register your computer on EagleNet, you must sign off on Juniata's Ethical and Responsible Use of EagleNet policy. You will need your EagleNet username and password to sign off and register your computer.



Mac and Linux Registration

If you are using a Mac or Linux operating system and registration successfully determines your OS, links to updates will be provided and highly recommended, but will not be required. Registration is a three step process.

Step 1: Open a Web Browser
If you are not automatically directed into the Registration system, go to http://netreg.juniata.edu to start registration.
Step 2: Visit Update WebSites
Mac and Linux Users will be provided access to several operating system and software websites to update your computer. It is highly recommended that you check for updates at this time in order to protect your computer.
Step 3: Computer Registration
In order to register your computer on EagleNet,you must sign off on Juniata's Ethical and Responsible Use of EagleNet policy. You will need your EagleNet username and password to sign off and register your computer.



Undetectable Operating Systems and Other Devices

Registration is required for all computers and devices that need access to the Internet and other Juniata network resources. If you have a computer or device that cannot complete the online registration process, it will need to be manually registered by contacting Campus Technology Services at 641-3619 (x3619 from on campus phones). While unregistered devices will still be able to access other unregistered devices, access to Juniata network resources and the Internet will not be available. There is also a higher chance of virus infection on the unregistered network.

Other Important Information

After completing EagleNet Registration, you may still need to follow instructions on configuring your computer's settings. Links to these instructions will be provided at the end of the Registration process. Since you will be required to reboot your computer at the end of the registration process, it may be best to print out the configuration instructions before rebooting. If you do not have a printer attached locally to your computer, write down the link for the instructions before rebooting. If you have a CTS Information CD, the configuration instructions are also located on that CD.

The length of time it takes to complete the EagleNet Registration process is dependent on the speed of your computer and the number of updates you need to install.