Get connected with UWE ResNet - 2011/2012

Access to

  • myUWE portal and e-mail
  • UWE web resources
  • www from selected accommodation

What is UWE ResNet?

UWE ResNet is the UWE Residential Network service run by IT Services, providing computer connections to all on-campus University accommodation halls of residence including the Market Gate building which is in the centre of Bristol. It connects student rooms to the UWE network and the www (World Wide Web).

UWE ResNet is wired access only. It is not a wireless connection. Whilst wireless connection is available on campus, it is not accessible in the listed accommodations.

Depending on which accommodation you are allocated, UWE may or may not manage your room and your connection to UWE ResNet. The majority of off-site accommodation provides alternate connection packages, which this leaflet does not cover.

Before using UWE ResNet, it is essential that you read the Acceptable Use Policy and the UWE ResNet Policy.

UWE ResNet offers access to:

  • myUWE portal
  • your UWE email account (UWE Live Mail)
  • UWE web pages
  • the www
  • personal filespace on the UWE filestore

The following services are allowed, but there is no guarantee that they will work as they are not supported services:

  • Instant Messaging Services such as Yahoo Messenger
  • Voice and Video Calls with Skype.

UWE ResNet will not cost you anything extra. It is included in your rent.

What you will need:

  • A PC or laptop running Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7. You may use other operating systems such as Mac or Linux. However, support will be more limited than the Windows operating systems’.
  • Antivirus software. Please ensure it is running and up-to-date.
  • Latest Windows service packs and security updates.
  • Windows firewall enabled
  • A working Network card (not wireless), standard 10/100/1000 ethernet adapter (not a modem)
  • A web browser. We recommend Internet Explorer 8.0 or above.

    NB. You will need to change the proxy settings. Further details will be available on the UWE ResNet web pages.

  • Your username and password will be sent to your personal e-mail address from 1st August 2011. However, for many students, this may be after the confirmation of your examination results in mid-August. If you have not provided us with your personal e-mail address, you will be able to pick these up from your Faculty office reception, when you first attend for registration.

What you can or can’t do with UWE ResNet:

Can do ✔

  • Browse the World Wide Web
  • Send and receive email
  • Use the myUWE portal and Blackboard services
  • Use Instant Messaging
  • Use Video and Voice messaging with Skype

Can’t do ✘

  • Use Peer to Peer software
  • Download pornographic or offensive material
  • Share copyrighted files
  • Use MSN video/voice messaging
  • Connect network devices
  • Run your own server
  • Use UWE ResNet for any commercial activities and financial gain
  • Gaming is not supported on UWE ResNet eg PS3 does not work on UWE ResNet.

Where to find more information about UWE ResNet:

Web: www.uwe.ac.uk/its/ (ITS web pages) or UWE ResNet home page

Email: resnet@uwe.ac.uk or Online Form

Phone: 0117 32 83612 (externally) and 123 (internally)

Your Computer Security

Please take computer security seriously:

  • Ensure that you have up-to-date anti-virus software running at all times on your computer.
  • Ensure that your computer is firewall-enabled and updated.
  • Your computer should also be password-protected to ensure restricted access to information.
  • Your laptop should be kept in a safe location (and not left unattended in a public place or a car).
  • Shared folders - If you create shared folders on the network they should be password protected to prevent unauthorised access.

Please see further information on securing your computer.