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Residence Hall Update!

All resident students will need to re-register their computers Fall Quarter 2008.

Windows 2000 will no longer be allowed access to the Otterbein Network due to falling out of Microsoft support.

Macintosh computers can connect to the residence hall network.

The registration process features a program called Bradford Campus Manager that will scan your machine for current virus protection, updated Windows and a current spyware remover. The Scan will identify any fixes needed to allow access to the network. Prepare in advance by updating your Windows operating system, having current virus protection or remove it prior to registration to install the free McAfee (must remove old virus protection first or risk corrupting your operating system), and have a current spyware remover. (Spybot Search and Destroy will be offered in the registration process)

A mobile Student Help Desk will be set up the Saturday and Sunday of New Student Weekend, Sept. 13th and 14th in the Campus Center. Stop by if you need assistance registering your computer. You may also contact the Student Help Desk at (614) 823-1060.

Use the following information to connect your computer to the Otterbein residence network.


	Important Information for Residence Hall Students. Critical steps you'll need to take to prepare your computer for the Otterbein Residence Hall network.

	Configure Your Computer. Step-by-step instructions for configuring your computer for connection to the Otterbein network.

	Connection Checklist. A pre-request checklist containing a breakdown of everything you'll need to know and do to get your residence hall room connected to the Internet.

	Residence Hall Software. Click here is you need to access the residence hall installation software.

	Practice Safe Hex. What you need to know to ensure a safe and enjoyable computing experience. (Or, how to keep your computer running smoothly during finals week!)

	Hardware and Software Recommendations. Advice on what hardware and software will work best with the Otterbein network.

	Anti-Virus Software. Where to find software to keep your computer free of viruses.

	Anti-Spyware Software. Where to find software to keep your computer free of intrusive spyware.

	Connecting Your Game System. Step-by-step instructions for finding out the system's adapter address and registering the system.

	Configuring Outlook or Other Mail Client. Step-by-step instructions for configuring Outlook (and other mail programs) to receive e-mail directly from the Otterbein mail server.

	Troubleshoot Your Connection. Having problems with your residence hall Internet connection? Use these troubleshooting guides before calling the help desk.

	Frequently Asked Questions. Answers to frequent questions regarding the Residence Halls.

	Contact the Student Computing Manager. For questions that require personal attention.

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