At Binghamton University, Internet connections are available in every Residence Hall room on campus.

• 24 hour internet access
• High speed connections
• No modems or busy signals
• No monthly fees

Your computer must have an Ethernet card installed and configured in order to utilize an Ethernet connection. You will also need an Ethernet cable. No modem is needed. Computing Services does not sell or install Ethernet cards or cables.

Hardware

Most new computers are capable of connecting to the University network through Ethernet. If you already have a computer and it does not have Ethernet capability, you can purchase an Ethernet add-in card (adapter) for it. We recommend that you have the card installed and configured before you get to school.  

More detailed information about systems requirements: 

• Windows Machines
• Macintoshes

Cables

Computing Services does not provide Ethernet cables to students residing on campus. Ethernet cables are available from the campus bookstore, Staples, and from most retailers that carry computers and computer accessories.

Data Connections

Data connections are active in all dorm rooms. To use this connection your computer must have a 10baseT EthernetCard.

UserID and Password

To access the campus network, you will need a computer UserID and password. Once on campus you can claim your unique UserID and your initial password using the widely available BUSI (Binghamton University Student Information) system. Instructions for accessing BUSI can be found on-line.

University Policies

All users must abide by the Binghamton University Computer and Network Usage Policy Violators of this policy may be subject to immediate suspension of services by Computing Services and to existing student or employee disciplinary procedures of the University. Illegal acts involving the University's computing resources may also subject users to subpoena and prosecution by commercial enterprises, local, state and/or federal authorities. As such, users are expected to read and understand these policies.

Need Help?

Residence Hall Consultants (ResCons) will help with configuration and connection problems. There is a ResCon living in each residential building and one Senior ResCon living in each residential community.  In addition, Computing Services provides a full time staff member who oversees and coordinates the ResCon program.  If you experience problems connecting to the campus network you should first contact the Help Desk (7-6420, helpdesk@binghamton.edu).  They will contact the ResCon for your building. If necessary, the problem with be escalated to the Senior ResCon and then to the ResCon coordinator.