Service Overview
University assets that do not meet UR's minimum network security requirements may be connected to the Restricted Network. The Restricted Network is comprised of devices that would normally pose a vulnerability to other users, data, and applications. The Restricted Network allows aging technology to continue to run on a short-term basis, until it is upgraded or replaced, by restricting the ability of devices to connect to services on the Campus Network.
The following categories of workstations and servers must use the Restricted Network:
- Systems with obsolete operating systems or hardware for which patches for security vulnerabilities are no longer available from the manufacturer or vendor
- Systems that are not actively managed to install manufacturer-provided security patches in a timely manner
- Systems attached to obsolete equipment that preclude the patching of the system.
Users recognize that the devices on the Restricted Network are there because the devices represent a risk to the Campus Network. Note that these devices also represent a risk to other devices in the Restricted Network. Any unusual activity or disruptions should be reported to the Help Desk.
Available To
Faculty and Staff for University Assets
Getting Started
If you have a computer that needs to be placed in the Restricted Network, please submit the Restricted Network Access Request form.