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Every BlazerPrint copier is equipped with an RFID reader that is compatible with your MCLA Photo ID. Users can login to the copier using their MCLA Photo ID to unlock the ability to release their print jobs from the BlazerPrint virtual print queue as well as use scanning, copy and fax features. Users must 'register' their MCLA Photo ID with the BlazerPrint system. '''This only needs to be done once to associate the card with your MCLA account for authentication purposes'''. Here are the steps on how to register your card.
  
==Description==
 
The MCLA local area network includes [[Academic Computing Labs - Murdock Hall|public computers in labs]], [[Multimedia Classrooms|classrooms]] and the Library as well as computers designated for the individual use of its faculty and staff. A dorm network is also provided for resident students connecting their computers to the internet. [[MCLANET Wireless Network|Wireless connectivity]] to the network is provided in all classroom campus buildings. [[User ID and Password|User accounts]] are required for access to all resources. Regular accounts must be activated through the [[User ID and Password#manage|Account Management tool]]. Use of these accounts requires explicit acceptance of a [[Network User Agreement]].
 
  
==Information about the MCLA Network - BlazerNet==
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*1. 'Tap' your MCLA Photo ID on top of the RFID Reader on the Copier.
 
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The best and easiest way to connect to MCLA's wireless network is to use [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]]. When connecting to [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] for the first time you should open a web browser which will then redirect you to a device registration portal that you will need to login to using your MCLA User ID and password. Once logged in, you will have the option to register the device that you are connecting with. After the device is successfully registered, it will be able to connect to the network without any further action needed. [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] also provides the ability to connect devices that do not have a web browser such has media players, gaming consoles, and smart TVs.  
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*2. You will be prompted to “Associate your Card”.
 
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'''Please note''': MCLA owned devices which include computer lab stations and classroom instructor stations, automatically connect to the network and do not need to be registered. Faculty/staff who use college-provided Windows PC desktops/laptops are also automatically configured to work with BlazerNet. Faculty/Staff who use college-provided Apple Mac laptops are required to register on BlazerNet to connect.
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*3. Select the “Yes” button in the right-hand corner to begin registration.
 
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See the following resources below to learn more on how to connect.
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*4. You will be prompted to enter your MCLA User ID (A number without @mcla.edu) and Password.
 
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*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How to connect to BlazerNet]]
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*5. Hit the “Done” key in the right-hand corner after each item is entered.
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet - Manual | How to manually register a device on BlazerNet]]
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*6. Once complete your card will be “successfully registered”.
*[[Identifying MAC Address | Identifying MAC Addresses for common consumer network devices]]
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*7. If the information you entered is not correct you will be prompted to try again.
*[[Guest Network Access]]
 
*[[Printing from the wireless network]]
 
*[[Connecting to network file share (homeshare H: drive)]]
 
*[[Eduroam|Connecting to eduroam]]
 
*[[MCLA Remote Access (Windows)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA's VPN on Windows
 
*[[MCLA Remote Access (MacOS)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA's VPN on MAC
 
 
 
==FAQ about the MCLA Network==
 
 
 
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to the wireless network?]]
 
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to the hardwire connection in my dorm?]]
 
*[[Where can I get a wireless connection on campus?]]
 
*[[Printing from the MCLANET wireless network | How do I print when I'm on the wireless network?]]
 

Revision as of 03:09, 9 February 2023

Every BlazerPrint copier is equipped with an RFID reader that is compatible with your MCLA Photo ID. Users can login to the copier using their MCLA Photo ID to unlock the ability to release their print jobs from the BlazerPrint virtual print queue as well as use scanning, copy and fax features. Users must 'register' their MCLA Photo ID with the BlazerPrint system. This only needs to be done once to associate the card with your MCLA account for authentication purposes. Here are the steps on how to register your card.


  • 1. 'Tap' your MCLA Photo ID on top of the RFID Reader on the Copier.

Printreg1.jpg

  • 2. You will be prompted to “Associate your Card”.

Printreg2.jpg

  • 3. Select the “Yes” button in the right-hand corner to begin registration.

Printreg3.jpg

  • 4. You will be prompted to enter your MCLA User ID (A number without @mcla.edu) and Password.

Printreg4.jpg

  • 5. Hit the “Done” key in the right-hand corner after each item is entered.
  • 6. Once complete your card will be “successfully registered”.
  • 7. If the information you entered is not correct you will be prompted to try again.