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Background and Definition:
The University of Kentucky became responsible for the installation
and maintenance of its voice, data and video in 1986. At that time,
a set of standards was adopted. Based on these standards Communications
and Network Systems (CNS) has been responsible for the installation
and maintenance of the University Network. The Hubs, Switches, Routers
and all other equipment that make the Networking possible are chosen
carefully. These devices are connected together via campus cabling
infrastructure. The installation of the Network components are done
according to design and engineering requirements, set forth by the
campus Network Engineers at CNS. Based on this and the fact that
the Network supports all Students, Faculty and staff, standards
must be adhered to closely.
Due to recent terrorist incidents in this country a great deal
of emphases has been put on the security of the Network. Additionally,
for the Medical Center, protection of patient information is mandated
to meet HIPAA Standards. The new ICIS system has to be put in place
and operate consistently and reliably. A well-designed, installed
and maintained Network is essential. With these requirements in
mind, University of Kentucky Communications and Network Systems
must establish restrictive policies and take the leadership role
in enforcing the appropriate security measures and networking standards.
Therefore network devices or components that are installed by
unauthorized (non-CNS) individuals are subject to removal and loss
of service until the higher authority in that area/unit approves
in writing and funds the correct method of installation.
Approved
Devices:
Only devices that are selected by CNS Network Engineering staff
and purchased through CNS are to be installed and connected to the
campus network. Currently these devices are acquired from Cisco.
Individually purchased mini-hubs and wireless access points are
not permitted on the network without WRITTEN CNS Management authorization.
Action:
When any unauthorized network device is found connected to the
University Network, CNS staff will submit a report to the respective
unit (department head, College Dean and/ or Sector VP). Service
to the unauthorized equipment will be terminated until CNS has been
given in writing a request to make the installation correctly at
the department's cost.
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