HallNet
Linux (Unsupported) Step 1: Network Connection
In order to use the HallNet service you need to configure and register your computer on the network.
Plug in network cable
Plug the network cable into your computer and the wall socket (there should be one socket available, if there are two, use the left-hand one)
Network Settings
The default network settings are likely to be correct, but we would suggest going to your Network Connections, selecting the ethernet (usually called eth0) and choose edit.
Linux (Unsupported) Step 2:
Antivirus Software
Ubuntu 11.04
Install from Ubuntu Software Centre (on the Dock), by typing in Virus and installing the Virus Scanner.
You can the scan for virus, the program is available under the Accessories menu.
Ubuntu 9.10
Install from the Software Centre found at the bottom of the Applications menu.
Scan for viruses via Applications > System Tools > Clamtk (or Virus Scanner).
Linux (Unsupported) Step 3:
Access IT Services Printers
The following guide has been written using Ubuntu 12.10, and is provided on a "best efforts" basis only. Other Linux distributions will differ slightly in the location of the Applications.
Follow these instructions to configure the charged print / copy devices Student-mono, Student-colour, Staff-mono, and Staff-colour.
Windows Printer via SAMBA
Expand out the Network Printer option and scroll down to Windows Printer via SAMBA. Use the format: smb://printers.lboro.ac.uk/printername where your printername options are: Student-mono or Student-colour or Staff-mono or Staff-colour
Set driver to Ricoh MPC4501
You will need to select the correct print driver for the printer queues is a Ricoh MPC4501.
Set short name and click "Apply"
When prompted in the Describe Printer page, we suggest the short name should be 'student-mono' / 'staff-mono' / 'student-colour / 'staff-colour' as appropriate; the Description as 'Ricoh MPC4501'; and leave the location blank (as there are many of these printers throughout the campus). Click "Apply".
Repeat for Staff-colour or Student-colour
You will need to repeat for staff-colour or student-colour. And under the Printer Options choose colour.
Linux (Unsupported) Step 4: Register with HallNet
You must now register your computer with HallNet.
- Register with Cloudpath for HallNet connection: You must register each device you connect to HallNet
Alternatively, manual registration can be completed by connecting to the network in your room, opening your web browser and following the instructions.
After you register you might like to set up ...
- Software: Software available to students
- Printing from Windows