Step 1: Disconnect VPN and Turn Off WiFi

1. Open the "Cisco Secure Client" application and click the disconnect button if you are connected.
2. Open the System Settings panel and select Wi-Fi.
3. Turn off Wi-Fi by clicking on the toggle.

Step 2: Plug in the Network Cable

Plug the network cable into a docking station, USB network dongle, or an integrated network port on the computer.

If you are unable to identify a port to plug your network cable into, please contact the IT Service Desk.

Step 3: Register the Device

A registration page should open up automatically. If it doesn't, please click Cornell Network to connect. 

1. Click on Connect with Cornell NetID or GuestID. You will likely be asked to log in.

   If you encounter a "Stale Request" error after logging in, disconnect the cable, close your browser entirely, reconnect the cable, then try again.

2. On the next page enter a description for your computer (for example, "work laptop").

   
3. Click Register.

Step 4: Confirmation

You should see a message confirming successful registration.

The connection should start working within 5 minutes. You can also force the computer to reconnect immediately by doing one of the following:

1. Restart the computer.
2. Disconnect and reconnect the network cable.

Confirm Your Wired Connection is Working

1. Open System Settings and select Network.

2. USB 10/100/1000 LAN will show a green dot to indicate it has connected to the Ethernet.

   

If you see that symbol, you should now be connected via the wired network! 

Set the Ethernet Connection As Default (Optional)

To set your device so that it chooses Ethernet by default (instead of Wi-Fi):

1. Open System Settings and select Network.

2. Click the three dots in the lower right corner and choose Set Service Order…

   
3. Drag the Wi-Fi list item below USB 10/100/1000 LAN.
4. Click OK.

If you encounter problems with your connection, please contact the IT Service Desk.