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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.  


<div style="clear:both;">[[File:Registration_Step_2.png|450px|Follow the steps to fill in your basic profile information.]]</div>
== 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.


[[File:Registration_Email_Confirmation.png|450px|Check your inbox for an email prompting you to confirm your email address.]]
* [[Portal/Sign Up|Create a Portal account and verify your callsign]]


=== Step 3: Log in and complete your profile ===
Once your account is ready, you can decide how you want to participate.
Once your email is confirmed, log in to the portal and complete your profile, including your grid square location.


[[File:Registration_Complete_Profile.png|450px|When you confirm your email address, you will see a form for completing your profile, including your grid square location.]]
== Step 2: Choose an operating model ==


=== Step 4: Submit your callsign for verification ===
44Net 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]].


[[File:Account_Callsign_Menu.png|450px]]
=== Get Connected Quickly: 44Net Connect ===


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


Once your account is created and your callsign is added to your profile, you can begin to explore what's available with 44Net.
* Start here: [[44Net Connect/Quick Start|44Net Connect Quick Start]]


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


* With just a callsign verified, you can request a subnet ranging from /32 to /25.
=== Participate via the IPIP Mesh ===
* With an address also verified, you can request a /24.


[[Portal_intro#Requesting_Address_Space_(Beginner_Friendly_Steps)|Request a Subnet]]
Join the long‑standing shared 44Net community network built from interconnected tunnel endpoints and regional collaboration.


Once your subnet is approved, you're ready to configure your network.
* Start here: [[IPIP Mesh/Quick Start|IPIP Mesh Quick Start]]


==== Request your DNS domain ====
Well suited for persistent stations participating in community routing environments.


With a verified callsign, you can claim your own DNS subdomain at '''<callsign>.ampr.org''': [[Portal_intro#Adding_DNS_Records_to_a_Subdomain|Subdomains]]
=== Operate Routed Infrastructure: BGP Announce ===


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


* Configure your hardware for IPIP mesh networking: [[Portal_intro#Use_Case:_IPIP_Tunnel_Mesh,_Radio,_Globally_Unique_Space,_or_General_Address_Assignment|IPIP Mesh]]
* Start here: [[BGP/Quick Start|BGP Direct Announce Quick Start]]
* Work with your ISP to announce your /24 via BGP: [[Portal_intro#Use_Case:_BGP_Direct_Announce|BGP Direct Announce]]


==== Get more help ====
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.


* Check out our complete portal guide for mode details: [[Portal_intro|Portal Intro]]
=== Learn, Explore, or Contribute ===
* Search the wiki for detailed guides and troubleshooting tips: [[Special:Search|Search the Wiki]]
* 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!
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://groups.io/g/ardc/44net 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]]

Revision as of 04:39, 26 February 2026

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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