Network configuration for fixed IP for Windows

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Overview

It's necessary to setup network configuration of PC when making use of network environment via information outlet in each laboratory.

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How to set up and make a connection

1)Required hardware and software
  • PC
  • Network card : 10/100/1000BASE-T Automatic recognition
  • LAN cable : A straight cable
  • OS : Windows 10/11, macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura
  • Browser : [Windows] Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox [Mac] Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
  • Router (if configuring a private network)

Connect one end of the LAN cable (Ethernet cable) to the Ethernet port on the back or side of the device or PC that assigns a fixed IP address. Connect the other end to the LAN terminal (information outlet) on the wall of the laboratory.
2)Get a fixed IP address Apply for a host address issue from the [IP address management system] in MyWaseda and receive an IP address.
See here for how to apply.(in Japanese)
2)Initial setup
（Do first）

Configure network (TCP/IP) settings.
Refer to manual A or B depending on the setting target.

A. When configuring a private network

By using a router, it is possible to configure a closed network (Private network) inside a laboratory. For details on how to set, refer to the following document.
As described below, it is possible to set a fixed IP address directly lent by the university on your PC, but for security reasons, it is recommended to use a router and configure a private network.

  • * The IP address lent by the university is set on the router, and PCs in the private network obtain IP addresses (different from the IP addresses lent by the university) from the router.
  • * PCs in the Private network basically need to obtain an IP address from the router, so do not perform the steps in "B. When directly setting a fixed IP address lent by the university to a PC, etc.".
  • * Please refer to the router manual for settings of PCs, etc. in the private network.
B. When directly setting a fixed IP address lent by the university to a PC, etc.

As mentioned above, we recommend using a router when using a fixed IP address, but if you need to directly set a fixed IP address lent to you by the university on a PC, etc., please refer to the following materials depending on the OS. please.
When using a fixed IP address, please take appropriate security measures such as keeping your OS and software up to date.

  • * If you set "A. When configuring a private network", do not set "B. When directly setting a fixed IP address lent by the university to a PC, etc.".

About proxy setting/cancellation

If you need to use a proxy (for specific databases, e-journals, etc.), please configure the settings.

Also, after using the proxy on the campus network, when connecting to the network off-campus such as at home, it is necessary to delete or temporarily remove the proxy settings.

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Precautions for use

  • The loaned IP address can only be used for the information outlet, laboratory, and equipment that you applied for. Please avoid using a different device or OS from the application, and if there is a change in the application content, please apply for the change immediately.
  • Please promptly return the IP address that is no longer needed by applying for termination. Also, if the Information Planning Department requests the return, please return it promptly.
  • It is strictly prohibited to use an IP address other than the lent IP address without permission. If the IP address is used illegally, the use of the network will be suspended.

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