March 23, 2026 - IPClear, a leading provider of automated network modernization and IPv4 asset recovery solutions, today announced a strategic collaboration with University of Hartford to modernize the university’s network architecture while unlocking the value embedded in its legacy IPv4 address resources.
Through this initiative, IPClear has deployed its proprietary automation platform and network transformation technologies to help the University of Hartford transition its public IPv4 address space to private internal addressing. This process allows institutions to maintain full network functionality while freeing underutilized IPv4 resources that may be monetized in the global market.
Many higher education institutions were allocated large blocks of globally routable public IPv4 addresses decades ago when the internet was still developing. Today these public addresses have become scarce and valuable assets. By modernizing network infrastructure, organizations can both strengthen their technology environments and generate substantial unrestricted capital by transforming these resources.
“We are excited to collaborate with the University of Hartford on this important initiative,” said John Brzozowski, co-founder at IPClear. “Our mission is to help institutions transform legacy infrastructure into strategic value. By combining network modernization with IPv4 asset recovery, universities can enhance security and performance while generating unrestricted net revenue to support their mission.”
The collaboration leverages IPClear’s automated platform to analyze, virtualize, and optimize the university’s network environment, allowing modernization work to occur incrementally and with no disruption to campus operations. IPClear’s managed services approach significantly reduces the operational burden placed on internal IT teams while accelerating the recovery of valuable IPv4 resources.
“Partnering with IPClear enables us to optimize our network architecture while responsibly leveraging the value of our IPv4 assets,” said Guy Drapeau, vice president and chief finance and administration officer at the University of Hartford. “This collaboration supports our broader goals of strengthening infrastructure, improving efficiency, and ensuring our network is prepared for the future.”
In addition to enabling the monetization of legacy IPv4 address space, the modernization effort is expected to enhance network security and performance while positioning the university for next-generation networking technologies such as IPv6.
The initiative reflects a growing trend among colleges and universities that are transforming legacy network resources into strategic assets that can support innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and institutional priorities.
About the University of Hartford
The University of Hartford blends raw passion with emerging talent, offering intentional preparation across six career-focused schools and colleges so every student can thrive. Located on a 350-acre campus neighboring Connecticut’s capital city—and positioned midway between New York City and Boston—the University is home to approximately 4,300 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 42 states and 53 countries. Here, students are guided to discover their place, their people, and their purpose. For more information, visit www.hartford.edu.
About IPClear
IPClear is a network solutions provider specializing in the modernization, optimization, and monetization of IPv4 address resources. Through its automation platform and managed services, IPClear helps organizations recover the value embedded in legacy IPv4 assets while improving network performance, security, and operational efficiency. The company’s solutions enable institutions to accelerate network transformation with minimal disruption to users and IT teams. For more information, visit ipclear.co.
