How to Connect to the MECnet Internet Service in the Sturbridge Host Hotel

To access the MECnet Internet service in the Sturbridge Host Hotel you must first have an Ethernet card and network cable. (Wireless access will not be available in the presentation rooms.)  

We request that all presenters bring their own 15-20 ft network cables (MECnet will have a limited supply of cable on hand.)

First, locate your Internet connection (which is either a wall jack or an already provided cable)

Plug your network cable into your Ethernet card.

How to Configure your PC

NOTE: By default PCs are set to DHCP (dynamic server assigned IP addressing). However, you may need to edit your configuration if you do not have the default settings.

On your desktop you will see an icon called either “Network Neighborhood” or “My Network Places.” Right click this icon and select preferences.

From this point, depending on the version of Windows you are running , select your network card's TCP/IP stack. Highlight this entry and click properties.

In most cases you will want the option “obtain IP address” and “obtain DNS servers” options checked. This will allow our MECnet servers to assign all the necessary settings.

Windows users should also ensure that there are no proxy settings on their computers. You can find this setting by clicking on “tools” in your browser. Then click “Internet Options,” then “connections,” then “LAN settings.” Ensure that nothing is selected in this view.

How to Configure your MAC OSX

Click the “system preferences” icon on the menu bar. Then click “network,” then “tcp/ip.” Ensure that the “configure” option reads: “Using DHCP.” Also ensure that PPPoE, Proxy and Appletalk have NOTHING selected.

MECnet staff will be available throughout the day; they are identifiable by their black MECnet shirts.