Is my computer ready for SIUC Residence Halls?
Getting your Windows computer ready for SIUC Checklist.
- Download all CRITICAL UPDATES from Microsoft.com. Open Internet Explorer and click on Tools, then Windows Updates. It will walk you through the process of installing Windows Updates.
- Install Microsoft Antispyware and Run to remove spyware and malware from your machine.
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx
- Install AdAware and Spybot on your computer and Run to make sure you don't have spyware or malware on your machine.
- If you are pre-registered and have an SIUC Network ID, uninstall the virus protection you have on your computer. Download and install McAfee VirusScan. SIUC has a site license for McAfee Enterprise Edition. It is the only anti-virus software that the SIUC Computer Support Center can support. It is available free of charge to all SIUC students, faculty, and staff.
- Enable Windows firewall by going to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and Security Center.
- Enable automatic Windows Updates by right clicking on My Computer, Clicking on Properties, and Automatic Updates.
What You Will Need
HOW TO CONFIGURE REZNET FOR 1 COMPUTER
Plug your Cat-5 cable with RJ-45 jack directly into the network jack and into your computer. You are finished.
HOW TO CONFIGURE REZNET FOR 2 OR MORE COMPUTERS
Each computer will need an Ethernet network adapter installed. You will also need a hub or switch, and at least three standard cat-5 cables equipped with RJ-45 jacks. One cable will be used for the uplink from the switch or hub to the Ethernet jack in your room, and one cable will go from the hub or switch to each computer. Instructions for configuring your hub or switch should be included in its packaging.
Wireless Access
The SIUC outdoor campus and many of the major buildings have wireless access. The residence halls do not have wireless access. For information on how to download and access the wireless campus area network go to:
http://wireless-login.it.siu.eduWireless Access Maps
http://www.infotech.siu.edu/neteng/Wireless/Wireless.htm
SalukiNet
For information on SalukiNet or your SalukiNet PIN number, grades, class schedules, financial aid, and Bursar information go to:
http://salukinet.siu.edu/
But I Forgot MY Network ID or My Password!
The Computer Support Center must have a photo ID to assist you with your Network ID or to change your password. If you find you are unable to access your account, come to the IT Computer Support Center (Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm) in the Northwest Annex, A wing, room 137 or the Student Help Desk in Faner 1025 (Mon-Fri 11am-4pm) with a photo ID and we can unlock and/or reset your password.
Network ID Password/Passphrase Guidelines
http://www.infotech.siu.edu/security/idpolicies/NetworkIDPasswordGuidelines.html
CURRENT PASSWORD RESTRICTIONS
In April 2006, the Auditor General of the State of Illinois set the following password guidelines all SIUC Network ID users must adhere. The password must:
- Be eight or more characters in length. (maximum size is 255 characters
- Include upper and lower case letters
- Include numbers
- Include special characters such as a selection of one or more of the following:
~!@#^&*()_+{}[],.?/- DO NOT use the percent character (%) as this will not be accepted.
Helpful Web Sites
- To change your Network ID password: https://websec.it.siu.edu/util/passwd.html
- The Information Technology Home Page: www.infotech.siu.edu
- The Index of Documentation - find the answers to many of your IT-related questions here: www.infotech.siu.edu/docs/docindex.htm
- Information about Spyware and the removal tool AdAware: www.infotech.siu.edu/docs/pages/adwrin.htm
- Instructions on installing/upgrading to the current version of McAfee Virus Scan: www.infotech.siu.edu/csc/howto/windows/mcafee8_install.html
- Directory of Services provided by IT: www.infotech.siu.edu/docs/pages/direct.htm
- Where to find a computer lab on campus: www.infotech.siu.edu/clc/complabs/index.htm
- Technology Enhanced Teaching Facilities on campus: www.infotech.siu.edu/clc/list.htm
Information Technology Computer Support Center / Helpdesk Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm Phone: 618-453-5155 FAX: 618-453-4152 E-mail: infotech@siu.edu
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