DNS & DHCP

Quick Links

Web Registration - Need a static host name (FQDN) for your device? Use this tool to register your static host name. Note: This tool is not for DNS/DHCP administrators - this tool is for the average campus user.

DNS Administrative Tool - Note: This tool is only for use by campus DNS/DHCP administrators.
DNS Admin Guide (pdf)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does network registration work to access the network?

The migration to the new DNS and DHCP infrastructure should be transparent for most campus users. The only direct change end-users will notice is in the authentication portal for new devices. When users connect a new device to the network, instead of their web browser being redirect to ncr.nd.edu (OIT's legacy registration system), users will be directed to a new authentication portal. (Below). Users are expected to read and accept the acceptable use policy, then provide their NetID and password to authenticate their device.

NOTE: This process is required for non-zoned networks and the Nomad wireless network ONLY.

NOTE: It may take as long as 60 seconds for IP address to update after registering. If you are still experiencing errors after 60 seconds, please reboot your computer. Safari web browser users may experience a certificate error using the authentication portal shown above. Users can choose to accept the certificate warning or complete the authentication process in a different browser.

How do I register my devices?

An important change with the new DNS and DHCP infrastructure, in conjunction with the on-going Zoned Network project, is that device registration will change from being a mandatory process to an optional one. This means that you will be require to authenticate to connect a device to the network, but not register it a hostname (e.g device.cc.nd.edu). Users that desire to obtain a specific hostname for a device can do so at https://webreg.nd.edu.

NOTE: All current registrations will be migrated to the new system. The optional registration process only applies to new devices connected to the Notre Dame network.

How to I request a Static IP address?

The need for a static IP address is rare and most often confused with the need for a static DHCP name or roaming host. A roaming host name ensures that no matter what IP address your device has recieved from DHCP, its hostname will always resolve to the correct IP address. If you feel you still need a static IP address, a formal request may be submitted to the OIT Help Desk at 574.631.8111 or oithelp@nd.edu.