Wired (Ethernet) Internet: Port Activation

Not every Ethernet port on campus is activated (or "lit"). By default, one port per room is active. To request changes to the active ports in your office, dorm room, or campus house:

1. Find the label of the port you need ACTIVATED, which should include building, room number, and port number (e.g. Sevy 204-D1)
2. Find the label of any port that is already active that you need to KEEP active
3. Find the label of any port that can be DEACTIVATED
4. Open a ticket or call the ITS Helpdesk (507-222-5999) to place your request
5. Expect 2-3 business days for ITS to change port activations

Note that some labels may have fallen off of the ports. ITS can help identify unlabeled ports if you run into trouble.

For ITS Staff: How to patch a port

For CarlTechs: How to create/assign a ticket regarding port activation