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Commonly Asked Questions

  • Can I register a wireless access point (WAP) or router?
  • How do I turn off private Wi-Fi addresses?
  • What is a "non-routable ip address"?
  • I've already completed the registration process for this computer, but when I try to connect it keeps sending me back to the registration system. Why?
  • I've run the SNRT over and over again/or I keep trying to update my computer by going to Microsoft Update (for Windows)/Software Update (for Macs), but there are one or two updates that just won't install successfully. What should I do?
  • I ran the SNRT last year, but when I try to register it keeps sending me back here. Why?
  • What operating systems are supported by the SNRT? What if I'm running something other than Mac OS X or Windows?
  • SNRT is running slowly on a Windows Machine
  • What exactly does the SNRT do?
  • Is there a fee for registering my devices for use on the network?
  • Do I get a static or dynamic IP address?
  • I just moved to a different residence/room/apartment on campus. What do I need to do?
  • How do I deactivate a registration?
  • I registered my computer and the system said it was successful - why doesn't my connection work?
  • An error was received from the server that indicates that you should begin the registration process from the SNSR web page
  • How do I get a Public IP address?
  • Stanford Network Registration Tool (SNRT)
  • Additional Information & Policies
  • What is the official policy for residents who want to register devices for their non-Stanford partner?
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