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Getting started with 44Net

Welcome. This page helps you bring 44Net to your device or network and choose how you want to participate.

Start by creating an account, then select the participation model that matches your environment.

Step 1: Create your Portal account

An account is required before requesting address space, managing DNS, or participating fully.

Create a Portal account and verify your callsign

Once your account is ready, you can decide how you want to participate.

Step 2: Choose an operating model

44Net can be operated in several different ways.

If you want an overview of connection methods first, see Ways to Connect.

Get Connected Quickly: 44Net Connect

Put 44Net on a single device or small network from almost any connection, including home networks, cloud hosts, or mobile devices.

Start here: 44Net Connect Quick Start

Ideal when you want a flexible endpoint you control without operating shared infrastructure.

Participate via the IPIP Mesh

Join the long‑standing shared 44Net community network built from interconnected tunnel endpoints and regional collaboration.

Start here: IPIP Mesh Quick Start

Well suited for persistent stations participating in community routing environments.

Operate Routed Infrastructure: BGP Announce

Integrate 44Net directly into an independently operated routed network using BGP.

Start here: BGP Direct Announce Quick Start

Appropriate when you already manage routing infrastructure and participate in Internet routing, or if you have access to an upstream provider that can announce on your behalf.

Learn, Explore, or Contribute

You do not need infrastructure to participate.

Browse documentation and projects
Join discussions
Help test, document, or support community efforts

Start with:

Step 3: Head out

After choosing a path, common next steps include:

Request address space: Requesting Address Space
Claim DNS under <callsign>.ampr.org: Claiming DNS
Continue with portal documentation: Portal Introduction
Find specific topics: Search the Wiki

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-= Getting Started with 44Net =
+== Getting started with 44Net ==
-Welcome to 44Net! This guide will walk you through the steps to get started.
+Welcome. This page helps you bring 44Net to your device or network and choose how you want to participate.
-== Step 1: Create an Account ==
+Start by creating an account, then select the participation model that matches your environment.
-Begin by creating an account on the [https://portal.ampr.org AMPRNet Portal]. This is your gateway to managing your 44Net resources.
-(Screenshot of registration page)
+== Step 1: Create your Portal account ==
-== Step 2: Confirm Your Email ==
+An account is required before requesting address space, managing DNS, or participating fully.
-After registering, check your email inbox for a confirmation email. Follow the instructions in the email to verify your address. This step ensures your account is active and ready to use.
-(Verification email screenshot)
+* [[Portal/Sign Up|Create a Portal account and verify your callsign]]
-== Step 3: Log In and Enter Your Callsign ==
+Once your account is ready, you can decide how you want to participate.
-Once your email is confirmed, log in to the portal and add your callsign to your profile.
-(Enter callsign screenshot)
+== Step 2: Choose an operating model ==
-== Step 4: Submit Your Callsign for Verification ==
+Net can be operated in several different ways.
-Submit your callsign for verification. Be sure to include a copy of your amateur radio license, if available. This helps the administrators verify your identity and approve your account.
-For more details, see the [[Verification]] page.
+If you want an overview of connection methods first, see [[Ways to Connect|Ways to Connect]].
-(Callsign submission form screenshot)
+=== Get Connected Quickly: 44Net Connect ===
-== Step 5: Request a Subnet ==
+Put 44Net on a single device or small network from almost any connection, including home networks, cloud hosts, or mobile devices.
-Now that your callsign is verified, you can request a subnet. Here are your options:
-* If you have only a callsign verified, you can request a subnet ranging from /32 to /25.
-* If you submit your address for verification, you can request a /24.
-Once your subnet is approved, you're ready to configure your network.
+* Start here: [[44Net Connect/Quick Start|44Net Connect Quick Start]]
-== Configuring Your Network ==
+Ideal when you want a flexible endpoint you control without operating shared infrastructure.
-From here, you can:
-* Configure your hardware for IPIP mesh networking. (Link to IPIP Mesh info)
-* Work with your ISP to announce your /24 via BGP. (Link to BGP info)
-== Need More Help? ==
+=== Participate via the IPIP Mesh ===
-For more information:
-* Search the wiki for detailed guides and troubleshooting tips.
-* Join the [https://groups.io/g/ardc/44net ARDC 44Net group] on Groups.io to connect with other users and ask questions.
-We’re excited to have you join the 44Net community. Happy networking, and 73!
+Join the long‑standing shared 44Net community network built from interconnected tunnel endpoints and regional collaboration.
+* Start here: [[IPIP Mesh/Quick Start|IPIP Mesh Quick Start]]
+Well suited for persistent stations participating in community routing environments.
+=== Operate Routed Infrastructure: BGP Announce ===
+Integrate 44Net directly into an independently operated routed network using BGP.
+* Start here: [[BGP/Quick Start|BGP Direct Announce Quick Start]]
+Appropriate when you already manage routing infrastructure and participate in Internet routing, or if you have access to an upstream provider that can announce on your behalf.
+=== Learn, Explore, or Contribute ===
+You do not need infrastructure to participate.
+* Browse documentation and projects
+* Join discussions
+* Help test, document, or support community efforts
+Start with:
+* [[Main Page|Explore the Wiki]]
+* [https://ardc.groups.io/g/main ARDC 44Net discussion group]
+== Step 3: Head out ==
+After choosing a path, common next steps include:
+* Request address space: [[Portal/Request Address Space|Requesting Address Space]]
+* Claim DNS under <code>&lt;callsign&gt;.ampr.org</code>: [[DNS/Portal/Subdomains|Claiming DNS]]
+* Continue with portal documentation: [[Portal/Introduction|Portal Introduction]]
+* Find specific topics: [[Special:Search|Search the Wiki]]