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How do I login to a laptop from the ITS laptop pool while off-campus (off the W&L network)? (link)

On the Login screen:
1) Use the drop down box to change from the "AD" setting to the "this computer" setting.
2) Login name is W&LGuest
3) Password is W&Lpassword
(entries are case sensitive)

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What is ITS? (link)

ITS is Information Technology Services. The website is http://its.wlu.edu

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Can I join the W&L AD domain (network)? (link)

Faculty and staff computers will be joined to the domain by ITS personnel. Personally-owned student computers cannot be joined to the domain.

If you need to access a computer that is in the domain, you can go to http://THESTABLE.wlu.edu and access a virtual image that is in the domain. (Access requires authorization; you'll have to log in with your network username and password.)

 

 

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Why can't I log on to a W&L authenticated web application? (link)

Here are some of the most common symptoms and solutions to authentication failure to W&L web applications:

  1. You are repeatedly presented with a login prompt, which never is successful.  You are using a personal computer, or are off campus.    Try entering your user name with the prefix "AD\" .  E.g.   AD\MyAccountName  .  W&L's Active Directory domain is named "AD".  This prefix tells the web server which domain to authenticate against.
  2. The previous step does not work, but in the popup, you see an option similar to "Use Another Account".  Select that option, and use the AD\ prefix.  In this case, your browser is using your computer's name as the authentication domain, and is ignoring the AD\ prefix.
  3. Has your W&L password expired?  Has it been more that one year since you changed it?  You may do so at http://password.wlu.edu.
  4. You are using FireFox version 30.0 on a Mac or Linux workstation.  Release 30 breaks Windows authentication.  See the following for a fix: http://managementtools.wlu.edu/Help/Resources/1/271.pdf
  5. You are using FireFox version 40, and accessing an unauthenticated page with authenticated content embedded in it.  This version of FireFox intentionally disables this if the page and content are in different domains.  You can configure Firefox to allow this, or use a different browser.
  6. You are using Safari, and receiving the error "request body stream exhausted".  This is a bug with Safari authentication.  Use a different browser.
  7. You are on an iOS device, recently updated to version 7.  This update breaks windows authentication for some iOS devices like iPhones or iPads.  Use another device.
  8. You are never presented with a login prompt.  You are using Internet Explorer on a W&L computer, from off campus.  Integrated Windows login is failing because the browser can not communicate with a W&L AD Domain Controller from off campus.  Use another browser or temporarily disable Integrated Windows authentication: https://managementtools.wlu.edu/Help/Default.aspx?col=1&q=unable+log+login

If none of these solutions work, try going to http://MyVI.wlu.edu and opening a web browser from the APPS screen.  Then, you will effectively be using a W&L computer, and on campus.  This will bypass many issues associated with using personally owned computers.

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Can I use my gaming device on the network? (link)
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When off campus, why can't I log into a W&L application web site (like SharePoint) using Internet Explorer? (link)

If one takes a W&L laptop that is in the W&L AD domain off campus and then attaches to a site that is in the IE 'Local Intranet' security zone, the laptop attempts to do pass-through integrated windows login.  However, this requires that the computer has direct access to an AD domain controller, which is blocked in the firewall.  Unfortunately, IE does not gracefully fall back to a username and password prompt in this case.

 

To configure IE to always prompt for a username and password:

1.       Open Internet Explorer

2.       Select “Tools”

3.       Select “Internet Options”

4.       Select “Security”

5.       Select “Local  intranet”

6.       Select “Custom level…”

7.       Scroll all the way to the last option and select “Prompt for user name and password”

8.       Select “OK” to exit both dialog windows

 

To re-configure IE once you are back on campus, follow the same procedure, but in step 7, select “Automatic logon only in Intranet zone”

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What is the replacement cycle for desktop computers (ITS)? (link)

ITS expects most computers to last between four and five years.  It is our goal to evaluate the functionality of computers when they turn four years old.  

If your computer is no longer up to the challenge and does not meet your working needs, please contact your Client Services Support person or send an email to help@wlu.edu to seek solutions.

 

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I deleted an important file can I get it back? (link)

Yes, quite often you can.  First make sure it is not in your trash folder. If it is there undelete it by (on a PC) right clicking on the object and choosing undelete or (on a Mac) dragging it back to the desk top.  

If you deleted it from the trash folder and it was orrigionally in a network drive (H, I, L, J) you can request that the item be recovered from an old copy on the server. To do this log a help ticket (choose webticket on the menu above) and under request type choose "network" then "file recovery" Then give us as many details about the files as possible.

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How do I log into SharePoint from off-campus? (link)
  • Navigate your browser to https://sharepoint.wlu.edu. The "https" is required and provides secure access to the site.
  • Log in with your network username. You may need to use the "AD\" prefix, for example, AD\doej
  • Use your network password.
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Why do I always have to log in to the wireless network? How do I get onto the secure wireless network? (link)

The WLU wireless network allows users to access the network for a short period with authenticated access, or a long period with secure access. If you are just visiting campus for a day you should attach to the "wlu" wireless networks. If you are going to be using our wireless network frequently you will want to register for the secure wireless network. Registering on the secure network allows you to remain attached to the network without having to reauthenticate, and it encyrpts your network traffic so it is secure. To register on the Secure network go to Http://wireless.wlu.edu .

If you are not formally associated with WLU you can access the network as a guest by attaching to the "wlu" network. This network has some restrictions.    

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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What network storage is available to undergraduate students? (link)
  • H: or Home directory  - This is your private space on the server. No one else has access to this space. This directory is backed up regularly by University Computing and is an appropriate place to store all of your work-related files.  Quota: 500 megabytes.
  • L: directory - Course-specific directories for faculty members and students. Each course is provided a folder structure for providing handouts, sharing data, electronic turn-in of assignments, and returning student work with grades and feedback.

Applies To: Students

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What network storage is available to undergraduate administrative staff? (link)
  • H: or Home directory  - This is your private space on the server. No one else has access to this space. This directory is backed up regularly by ITS and is an appropriate place to store all of your work-related files. Quota: 1 gigabyte.
  • I: directory - Employees in your department only.  Quota: 4 gigabytes.
  • J: directory - All employees.  This is an appropriate location to share files with employees across departments.  Note that this drive mapping points to the same location for all faculty and staff throughout the College, Williams School and administrative offices. Quota for all departments: 30 gigabytes.

Note: Quotas can be increased, based on demonstrated need. Please enter a request in Web Help Desk  if you need additional space.

 

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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What network storage is available for undergraduate faculty and academic staff? (link)
  • H: or Home directory  - This is your private space on the server. No one else has access to this space. This directory is backed up regularly by ITS and is an appropriate place to store all of your work-related files. Quota: 1 gigabyte.
  • I: directory - Employees in your department only. Quota: 4 gigabytes.
  • J: directory - All employees.  This is an appropriate location to share files with employees across departments.  Note that this drive mapping points to the same location for all faculty and staff throughout the College, Williams School and administrative offies. Quota for all departments: 30 gigabytes.
  • L: directory  - Course-specific directories for faculty members and students. Each course is provided a folder structure for providing handouts, sharing data, electronic turn-in of assignments, and returning student work with grades and feedback.  Quota for all courses: 500 gigabytes.

Note: Quotas can be increased, based on demonstrated need. Please enter a request in Web Help Desk if you need additional space.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How can a guest login on classroom computer or in the Stackhouse Theater? (link)

On the Login screen: 
1) Use the drop down box to change from the "AD" setting to the "this computer" setting.
2) Login name is W&LGuest
3) Password is W&Lpassword (entries are case sensitive)

*note: classroom guest login screen will look very similar to this laptop pool login screen below

 Classroom login screen is similar to this laptop login screen

 

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I'm visiting W&L as a guest. How do I use W&L's wireless network? (link)
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How do I connect to W&L's wireless network? (link)

If you're a W&L faculty member, staff or student, use any available Internet connection, on-campus or off-campus, and use a Web browser to access this page:

http://wireless.wlu.edu

Follow the steps, entering your W&L username and password when prompted. After you complete this step, you'll connect to W&L's wireless network automatically whenever you're in range.

If you're not a member of the W&L community, find the wireless network named "wlu," connect, and open a Web browser. Enter your e-mail address, or, if you're a sponsored guest and have been provided with credentials for temporary access to W&L's wireless network, enter the user name and password that was provided to you.

Please note that wireless is a limited resource, and minor disruptions are common; see Statement on Wireless Service at W&L

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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What is appropriate for a Campus Notice? (link)

Campus Notices can be posted into one of four categories:

1. Official

2. Club, Organization, and Extracurricular

3. Community Notices

4. Classifieds

Campus Notices can be submitted at http://go.wlu.edu/cch

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Where is the W&L Directory? (link)

The Directory for all W&L students, staff and faculty is located at: http://managementtools.wlu.edu/Directory/

You can also type any last name in the search box for this knowledgebase and it will search against the W&L Directory and provide you with matching names and information.

 

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How can I get the W&L wireless network to work on my Blackberry? (link)

First turn on Wi-Fi (wireless) on the device:

1. At the Home screen, press the Menu key.

2. Scroll to the Manage Connections icon and press the trackball.

3. Scroll to Wi-Fi (not all Blackberry phones have this option; if you don't see it, it's not available for your model). Press the trackball to place a check mark in the box to turn on Wi-Fi.

Then scan and connect to available networks

To scan for and connect to available networks, perform the following steps:

1. At the Home screen, press the Menu key.

2. Scroll to Set Up Wi-Fi Network and press the trackball.

3. Scroll to Next and press the trackball.

4. Select Scan for Networks. The handheld scans and displays available networks.

SELECT WLUsec

5. Press the trackball to connect.  Enter your W&L network user name and password

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How do I save data files on a "frozen" classroom PC or laptop from the ITS laptop pool? (link)

Classroom PCs and ITS laptops are referred to as "frozen" since data you save to the C:\ drive will be deleted when the computer is rebooted.  

These computers have a T:\ drive where data can be saved and not overwritten during a reboot.  The T:\ drive is limited to a maximum size of 2GB.  This drive is labeled "SAVE LOCAL DATA HERE".

You may also use a memory stick connected to the USB port on the computer to save your data.

See image below for graphic details:

 

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Where can I find the map of W&L's wireless network coverage? (link)

The map of wireless network coverage is located here.

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What devices are supported on W&L's secure wireless network? (link)

The wireless network for W&L faculty, staff and students uses a technology called 802.1x, which provides security by encrypting all network traffic.

Some older computers do not support this technology. However, most modern, up-to-date wireless devices will run on the secure wireless network:

  • Windows computers with security features enabled, including auto-updates, firewall and up-to-date operating system
  • Macintosh computers with security features enabled, include firewall and up-to-date operating system
  • Apple iPad and iPod Touch
  • Most Smart Phones with wireless capability, including iPhone, Blackberry, and Android-type phones

Game devices such as the Xbox 360 and Wii and other special-purpose network devices such as the Roku do not function on the secure wireless network. For such devices, use a wired connection, or register them for use on the wireless network.

Please note that wireless is a limited resource, and that minor disruptions are common; see Statement on Wireless Service at W&L

 

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What are the configuration settings for W&L's secure wireless network? (link)

Whenever possible, use the tool at http://wireless.wlu.edu  to configure your device for use on W&L's wireless network.

You may need to manually configure some devices. The settings are:

  • SSIDD: WLUsec
  • Wireless Encryption: WPA2 Enterprise
  • Authentication Protocol: MS-CHAPv2/PEAP
  • Outside tunnel authentication: This should be left blank
  • Inside tunnel authentication: WLU Username and Password
  • Security certificate verification: Equifax Secure Certificate Authority
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How does a non W&L employee sign up for Campus Notices? (link)
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How do I use a network printer from a personal device, or from off campus? (link)
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What are Campus Notices? (link)

A means of communicating with groups of e-mail recipients at Washington and Lee. It allows senders to target those students, faculty, or staff for whom a message is relevant, without bothering others. To minimize e-mail traffic, it consolidates messages for delivery in one e-mail, sent in the early morning each day. It also controls the rate of delivery, in order not to slow down the e-mail server computers.

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How do I submit a Campus Notice? (link)

LOGGING INTO THE CAMPUS COMMUNICATIONS HUB CALENDAR

  • Go to http://go.wlu.edu/CCH, or click on the "Calendar" link at the top any W&L web page and click on the "Events Calendar" link, found in the descriptive text in the center portion of the page, or from the blue navigation on the left.
  • Once you've entered the Events Calendar section, choose "Login" from the blue navigation on the left.
  • You will be sent to the Login page, where a large green button will be in the center. Members of the W&L community will click this button, and a dialog box will pop down from the top of your browser. Here you will enter your regular W&L username and password (You do not need to put AD/).
  • Click Login.

GETTING TO KNOW THE ADMIN VIEW:

  • Once you have logged in, you will see your left navigation has expanded to give you many more options, including "Submit an Event," as well as various filters to allow you to view all the events in either a daily, weekly or monthly view.

CREATING A NEW EVENT

  • To add a new event, you must first click on "Submit an Event."
  • At the top of the page, you will see two calendars. Here you can set a start and end date for your event. If the event takes place on only one day, make sure both calendars have the same day. Your selected date(s) will show up in green.
  • Select a Primary Calendar for your event. Your primary calendar enables your event to feed to your department's homepage, as well as determines which calendar managers have edit rights to this event. Therefore, if you a contributor to the Web Communications calendar and selected Web Communications, the event would show up on the Web Communications website and other web team members would be able to edit the event if necessary. Once you have chosen a primary calendar, you will have the option of selection additional calendar associations for your event, including general calendars like Arts and Culture, Holiday Events, Public Events and Student Organizations. Note: All events will display on the default (master) calendar view. Multiple calendars can be selected, based on your personal access and the appropriateness of the event.
  • Next, select a Primary Type. The primary event you choose for your event will appear in parentheses after your event title in the daily or weekly calendar view. For instance, if you have a speaker coming to campus and choose Speaker as your primary event type, your event will appear as "Name: Title of Talk" (Speaker) and your event will turn up in a search for speakers on the online calendar.
    • If you have a special event type that you have been used to using, such as the Registrar and "Adjusted Class Schedule," these event types require a 2-step process to access. First, you have to be sure that you choose the correct Primary Calendar, which will likely be the main calendar you most often post to. Then, you must choose the closest match from the list of general Primay Types. Once a Primary Type is select, the field will expand to display checkboxes of all the general and special event types available. Therefore, if you wish to add "Adjusted Class Schedule" as a special event type, you would have to first select "Academic" as your primary schedule, then something like "Special Event" for your Primary Type, and finally "Adjusted Class Schedule" as an additional type.
  • Fill in a Title for your event. Try to make it short, but descriptive enough that people will know what it is and wnat to come! In the case of speakers, we recommend formatting them as follows: Speaker Name: "Talk Title"
  • Fill in an event description. HTML is not allowed, and while this may make some superusers a little disappointed, it makes our system much more stable. The only formatting available is line breaks, separating your paragraphs into logical blocks of information.
  • Select a Start Time (and End Time if applicable) from the drop down box provided.
  • Select the audience(s) for your event. This will allow your event to display on the audience dashboard pages for the audience you select (Current Students, Faculty/Staff, Alumni, Prospective Students, Parents and Visitors). We don't guarantee placement on these pages, but by selecting them, they become eligible for display and more importantly, are filterable on the larger calendar view.
  • If the event is a closed event that requires tickets, permission or advanced registration, check the box (but be sure to explain how/where one might go to gain access in the description).
  • Select a Campus Venue location for your event from the drop-down list, or indicate an alternate venue by selecting "Other Venue" from the drop down, then filling in the box that appears underneath.
  • For Contact Information, you can either leave the default selection (yourself), or choose from the entire list of employees or students, as well as a field marked other. Simply select your choice, and choose from the drop-down menu with the appropriate person.
  • If your event has a unique URL, such as http://mockconvention.com, you can enter it in the field provided. Be sure to add the http:// before your URL.
  • When you check the box to nominate your event as featured, it is forwarded to the news office for special placement on the appropriate audience dashboard as well as the W&L homepage. We don't guarantee placement on these pages, and give preference to those events with the broadest appeal (generally multiple audiences.) Note that these events must appeal to a broad audience and are generally open to the entire University community and/or the public at large.
  • When you create an event in the new CCH, you have the option to create a corresponding campus notice at the same time. If you don't wish to do so, click "save to calendar only." If you do wish to create a notice, keep in mind that your event will automatically appear in the Upcoming and Today sections (right sidebar) of Campus Notices beginning a week prior to the event date. Events that are classified with a primary type of "Deadline" will begin to appear in the Upcoming Deadlines listing 30 days prior to the deadline.
  • If you choose "Save to Calendar and Create Campus Notices," you will be directed to a page where you can choose your audicence for the Campus Notice. Select the appropriate audience and proceed.
  • You can then edit the subject & body copy of your notice, as well as select the first and second days that your notice will run. The selected days will be highlighted in green.
  • Click "Post this Notice" and you are done!

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Will anyone review my Campus Notice? (link)

No, not at this time. Users should judge the appropriateness of their own messages.

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Can I reply to a Campus Notice? (link)

The Campus Notice message of the day will come as e-mail from postmaster@wlu.edu. Replies to individual notices should be sent to the email address identified in the campus notice and not the postmaster address.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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What is the L-Drive? (link)

The L-Drive is a network file storage space for course work. It is intended for instructional use by instructors and students. The fileserver space can be used for student websites, collaborative assignments and many other kinds of work.  The L drive can be accessed in any application, such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint, or with a file management tool such as Windows Explorer. To learn more about the L-Drive or how to connect to it from your personal computer, you can visit the following link:

http://www.wlu.edu/x16590.xml

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How do I change my network password? (link)

Go to password.wlu.edu and follow the instructions. 

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How can I check my PhoneMail while I am away from campus? (link)
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Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How do I log into Ingeniux? (link)
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How do I access my Phonemail from on campus? (link)

PhoneMail has two access numbers. The number you dial is determined by the last digit of your phone number.

* * *Even numbers dial 8080

* * *Odd numbers dial 8090

  1. Dial your PhoneMail direct access number
  2. Dial your extension number followed by #. Special Note for Residents Sharing a Room and Phone: Double room residents must add a 1 or a 2 after your extension number while accessing PhoneMail. Names are loaded alphabetically. For example, if Sarah Bailey and Ann Jones share extension 4005, Sarah's PhoneMail box will be 40051 and Ann's will be 40052.
  3. Dial your password and press "#".
  4. Follow the PhoneMail prompts for options available to you.

    TIP: If you are in a single room and accessing PhoneMail from your own extension, you can simply press # in step 2 above.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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Does W&L have any information on sustainability? (link)

W&L has a web page on sustainability.  Please click this link to learn more.

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What is the URL for Datatel on campus? (link)

The URL is now go.wlu.edu/Colleague or go.wlu.edu/TestColleague

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How do I log into RightFax? (link)

On the entry page Click the box next to “Use Windows Authentication” and then Click the “Login” button. You do not need to enter your User ID or password on this page.

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Is there training for Box at W&L available? (link)

Yes, there is training on the Atomic learning site under My Campus Training/Box at W&L - click this link

There is also training on the Box site - click this link

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Is there a shortcut to login to Box? (link)
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What are my options to use email from off-campus? (link)
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What do I do to access my files from off campus? (link)
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How do I connect to W&L wireless network with a Mac? (link)

If you're a W&L faculty members, staff or student, use the Safari or Firefox browser (NOT Chrome) and use any available connection to access this Web address, from on campus or off campus:

http://wireless.wlu.edu

Follow the instructions, and enter your W&L username and password. When you've completed these steps, you'll automatically connect to W&L's secure wireless network whenever you're in range.

Please note that wireless is a limited resource, and minor disruptions are common; see Statement on Wireless Service at W&L

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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Is the EOP username and password the same as my W&L network username and password? (link)

Yes, your username is your full email address with your AD password. To change your password you would go to password.wlu.edu which will change your password for all W&L resources.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How do I connect to the W&L wireless network from my iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad? (link)
  1. Go to the Settings app
  2. Select Wi-Fi
  3. Make sure Wi-Fi is on and choose the "WLUsec" network
  4. Enter your W&L network username (without the @mail.wlu.edu or @wlu.edu part) and password and tap Join
  5. When prompted to accept the network certificate, tap the Accept button
  6. Enter your device's passcode if prompted
  7. A checkbox next to the WLUsec network and the Wi-Fi signal icon in the status bar at the top should indicate that you are now connected to the network

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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What can you tell me (student) about W&L Long Distance Standard Plan for my campus residence? (link)

9¢ per minute - Monday through Friday, 7 pm to 7 am & all day Saturday and Sunday, for calls within the U.S. 25¢ per minute - Monday through Friday, 7am to 7 pm, for calls within the U.S.

Applies To: Students

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How do I (ITS staff) use Teamviewer to provide remote support at W&L? (link)
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How do I get my laptop computer to display on the projector? (link)

Most laptop computers require you to turn on the external monitor output in order to send the computer image to the projector.
  
Follow these steps for WINDOWS based laptops:
-Be sure you have a proper cable connected from your laptop's external monitor port directly to the projector or to the classroom podium connectors.
-Press and hold the Fn key on your keyboard (usually located in the lower left).
-Press the specific key for your laptop (F1-F12) that controls your external monitor port.  The key is usually indicated by an external monitor icon or the words "CRT/LCD".  For example, on a Dell laptop the proper keystroke combination is Fn+F8. Other brands may use Fn+F5, Fn+F7 or another combination.  Check your owner's manual if you are unsure.
-Repeat the keystroke combination if the laptop does not project after the first attempt.

ForMAC laptops:
-An adaptor cable is usually necessary to connect a MAC laptop to one of the classroom systems or directly to a projector. There are several different styles that are model dependent.  This cable normally comes with your laptop.  See your owner's manual for more details.
-Hook the adaptor cable directly to the projector or to the classroom podium connectors.
-It is best to turn on your MAC laptop after making the proper cable connections.  The laptop will see the external monitor and set itself up to send an image to it.

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How are Campus Notice different from Broadcast Mail? (link)

Broadcast Mail is a special e-mail message containing urgent or official information from the University. Anyone at W&L can initiate a Campus Notice; only authorized personnel can send Broadcast Mail.

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What are examples of inappropriate Campus Notice? (link)

Opinions, political campaigning except for student elections as regulated by the Executive Committee, excessive repeats of the same notice.

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Where is a map of the Washington and Lee Campus? (link)

The Campus Map is located at: http://newsoffice.wlu.edu/PrintmapNew.pdf

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How do I connect to Datatel from home or off campus? (link)

The only method for accessing Datatel from off campus is through TheStable.

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I spilled something on my laptop what should I do (WHD)? (link)

First turn your computer off, unplug it from the power source and take out the battery.

Second, lay the computer on a paper towel in a manner in which the liquid will drain out.

Third, take out as many components as you can (keyboard, harddrive, Dvd/CD and memory usually) and towel these parts off and leave everything to dry for 24 to 48 hours.

Forth, Check your warranty. Your computer will probably only be covered by the warranty if it has accidential coverage.  If you do not have a copy of your warranty at hand you can call your computers manufacturer.  They will be able to look up the warrenty information using your computers service tag.

If you have killed the motherboard of your computer with liquid, the hard drive is usually still okay. Take it to the Information Desk to see if any data can be retrieved.

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What are the on campus cable channels? (link)
Washington and Lee University  Cable TV Channel Lineup (Coax -  as of 8/2015, subject to change)
CHANNEL # CHANNEL NAME
3 HSN-HD
4 WBRA-15 (PBS)-HD Roanoke
5 WFXR-27 (CW) Roanoke
6 WDBJ-7 (CBS)-HD Lynchburg
7 Local Origination
8 WFXR-21-HD (FOX) Roanoke
9 WSLS-10-HD (NBC) Roanoke
10 WVPT-51-HD (PBS) Staunton
11 WPXR-36 (ION) Roanoke
12 WSET-13 (ABC) Lynchburg
13 QVC
14 Local Origination (WDRL)
15 C-SPAN-HD
16 Jewelry TV
17 WGN America
18 Gov't Access
19 WDBJ-19 (MyNetwork) Lynchburg
20 VH1-HD
21 ABC Family-HD
22 FX-HD
23 CNN-HD
24 Headline News-HD
25 Comedy Central-HD
26 Spike-HD
27 TBS-HD
28 ESPN-HD
29 ESPN2-HD  
30 Lifetime-HD
31 Syfy-HD
32 AMC-HD
33 CNBC-HD
34 TNT-HD
35 BET-HD
36 FXX-HD
37 Hallmark-HD
38 MASN-HD
39 MASN2
40 USA-HD
41 The Weather Channel-HD
42 TCM-HD
43 Comcast SportsNet Mid-Atlantic-HD
44 MSNBC-HD
45 Bravo-HD
46 A&E-HD
47 TLC-HD
48 Discovery Channel-HD
49 History Channel-HD
50 E!-HD  
51 Disney Channel-HD
52 Animal Planet-HD
53 HGTV-HD
54 Fox News-HD
55 Food Network-HD
56 TV Land-HD
57 Nickelodeon-HD
58 Hallmark Movie Channel-HD
59 The Comcast Network
60 CMT-HD
61 FYI-HD
62 Golf Channel-HD
63 style.-HD-ESQUIRE
64 NBC Sports-HD
65 Lifetime Movie Network-HD
66 Cartoon Network-HD
67 Oxygen-HD
68 EWTN-HD
69 truTV-HD
70 MTV-HD
71 INSP
72 PBS Kids Sprout-HD
73 TBN
74 Jewelry TV
75 C-SPAN3
76 C-SPAN2-HD
77 Travel Channel-HD
78 BBC America-HD
79 Big Ten Network-HD
80 Fox Business Network-HD
81 H2-HD
82 Investigation Discovery-HD
83 National Geographic-HD
84 Velocity-HD
85 Universal-HD
86 GSN-HD
87 Bloomberg TV-HD
88 WE-HD
89 TV Guide Network-POP
90 ShopNBC-ENVINE
91 WBRA-World
92 WSET Retro 
93 WSET Weather
94 WVPT Create
100 WVPT V-me
101 WWCW-21

Applies To: Staff, Students

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What are the entrance/admission requirements for W&L? (link)

You can find information about entrance requirements by going to the Admissions website: http://admissions.wlu.edu

Information about entrance requirements can also be found at this location:

http://catalog.wlu.edu/content.php?catoid=3&navoid=208#Requirements

 

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Does W&L Offer a Listserv Service? (link)

Yes.  ITS runs a Majordomo listserv that is available to any department, group or organization on campus.  To request a listserv, contact the HelpDesk and request one, including the following information:

  1. The name of the listserv
  2. The email address of the owner of the listserv (must be an active W&L account)
  3. optionally, a list of email addresses to populate the list with
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How to I connect to the wireless network with my Chromebook? (link)
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What is the login information for the Wyse terminals? (link)
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Can I send a fax with RightFax from off campus? (link)

Yes, You can send a fax with RightFax when you are off campus. Log into thestable.wlu.edu and then log into RightFax.

Applies To: Faculty

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What is the ITS RightFax number used in the Library? (link)

The Fax number for the ITS used in the library is 4462.

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How can I scan at a BizHub to a network folder? (link)
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What is the address to access Box at W&L? (link)

You have two options:

http://box.wlu.edu

http://wlu.box.com

 

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How do I access a folder that's on the network (H Drive, L Drive, I Drive) with my Macintosh? (link)
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Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How do I access network drives (L:, H:, I:, J: ) on my computer or smart device? (link)

1. Go to myvi.wlu.edu and authenticate. If it the first time you will be asked to install the Citrix client.

2. Choose a virtual desktop

3. Go to Computer (My Computer on Windows XP) and you should see the L: drive listed.

If you would like instructions for mapping a network drive on your computer, please send an email with your request to help@wlu.edu or call the Information Desk at extension 4357.

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How do I connect a Google Android phone to W&L’s wireless network? (link)

Go to Settings > Wireless Controls > Turn on WiFi 
 
In WiFi settings select wlusec
 
Enter your username and password

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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What can you tell me (student) about W&L Long Distance Optional Bulk Plans for my campus residence? (link)

Plan #1 was built with the average caller in mind. We will bill you a basic charge of $22.50 each month for 250 minutes of long distance calls within the U.S. That's 9 cents per minute. Continue to use our system beyond the 250 minutes in each billing period at the same low price of 9 cents per minute. Use these minutes to call anytime of the day or night to anywhere in the U.S. Minutes not used during a billing period will not be carried over. International calls are not eligible for this plan.

Plan #2 is for the heavy user and has our lowest per minute rate. We will bill you a basic charge of $35 each month for 500 minutes of long distance calls within the U.S. That's 7 cents per minute. continue to use our system beyond the 500 minutes each billing period at the same low price of 7 cents per minute. Use these minutes to call anytime of the day or night to anywhere in the U.S. Minutes not used during a billing period will not be carried over. International calls are not eligible for this plan.

Applies To: Students

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Will emeriti faculty and staff continue to have access to their W&L box.com (Box at W&L) accounts? (link)

No, emeriti faculty and staff will not retain access to these resources.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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When submitting a Campus Notice, where do I say who is sending the notice? (link)

The Campus Notice system will supply that information based upon your network login information. You will be identified by your name and e-mail address. Anonymous messages are not permitted.

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What is the Information Security Program (ISP) at W&L? (link)

The ISP and the ISP Committee were organized at the direction of the Provost in 2003 to comply with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) and to implement the “Safeguards Rule” issued by the Federal Trade Commission. The ISP Committee is chaired by the ISP Coordinator and the Committee has responsibility, in advising the Provost, for the ISP. The original program scope was intentionally broader than necessary for simple legal compliance, and requires all departments to have written procedures documenting the safeguards used to protect the University’s information assets.

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Which computer labs on campus have Audacity installed? (link)

Audacity is installed on the computers in the Innovation Lab in Leyburn Library on the main level. It is also on the computers in Parmly 302. 

Audacity is on the American Saddlebred and the Morgan images in the Stable.

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What statistical software packages do we offer on campus? (link)

Stata and SPSS are statistical packages that can be found on computers in labs across the W&L campus.  Stata is available in the Williams School and in Leyburn Library.  SPSS is also in the library and on machines in the Science Center. 

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What is a social media or network site? (link)

A website where one connects with those sharing personal or professional interests, place of origin, education at a particular school, etc.

from Dictionary.com

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What software does W&L license for faculty and staff? (link)

The University provides site licensing for these products on University-owned equipment:

  • Microsoft Windows Upgrades
  • Microsoft Office Professional and Enterprise
  • Symantec Anti-Virus, Corporate Edition

In addition, these products are licensed for all student-owned computers.

 

Faculty and staff may install Microsoft Office on their personally-owned computers if its use is primarily for work-related purposes. Employees may purchase installation media at the University Store provided they sign a Work-at-Home Agreement at the Store.

Please contact your ITS Client Services Support Specialist for licensing information on other software products. ITS can often provide licensed installations at no charge to the department or provide significant volume discounts for certain products.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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Why can't I access Facebook on the wireless network? (link)

Various restrictions apply to the guest wireless network, including limited speed, and restricted access to some web sites, including Facebook. W&L faculty, staff and students can get the best quality connection by registering for W&L's secure wireless network. To do that, point your browser on your wireless device to http://wireless.wlu.edu and follow the directions.

 

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How do I access my Phonemail from home or other off campus location? (link)

PhoneMail has two access numbers.  The number you dial is determined by the last digit of your phone number.

Even numbers dial 458-8080

Odd numbers dial 458-8090

1. Dial your PhoneMail direct access number
2. When PhoneMail answers, dial your on-campus extension umber and then press "#".
3. Dial your password and pres "#".

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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Is it possible to remote to my desktop (RDP) from off campus (myVi)? (link)
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Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How do I activate the 3g service on my W&L iPad? (link)
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Is there an Outlook plugin for Box.com (Box at W&L)? (link)

Yes. The Outlook plugin for Box is compatible with Microsoft Outlook versions 2013, 2010 and 2007. There is no Outlook plug-in available for Macs.

More information about the Outlook plugin for Box is available here: https://wlu.app.box.com/services/browse/49/box_for_outlook

(There is a download link to the latest version available at that web address.)

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Which smartphones are supported on campus (Faculty/Staff)? (link)

ITS will assist staff and faculty members who have iOS, Android, and Blackberry devices set up phones to receive email on their devices.

Some faculty and staff may be eligible to receive a subsidy from the University for business use of a cell phone; please complete this form to request the subsidy.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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I want a W&L email address for my club or organization. How do I go about getting one(students)? (link)
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Where can I find a list of classroom spaces at W&L? (link)

The Registrar's office maintains a list of classroom spaces here: https://managementtools3.wlu.edu/CourseOfferings/pages/Page6.aspx

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If I am a student on campus do I have Cable (Xfinity) TV? (link)

On campus in all the dorms, Woods Creek Apartments and Sororities you can stream live TV, movies, sports and more on any device (you have to be connected to the wireless on campus) - and it's all included with your campus housing.

 

Go to xfinityoncampus.com and select Washington and Lee University. Log in with your full email address and password.

 

Applies To: Students

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How do I configure a Linux computer for the secure wireless network? (link)

1. Edit the following file:  /etc/wpa_supplicant/wpa_supplicant.conf2. Copy and paste the following entries:

network={
     ssid="WLUsec"
     scan_ssid=1
     key_mgmt=WPA-EAP
     pairwise=CCMP TKIP
     group=CCMP TKIP
     eap=PEAP
     identity="WLU Username"
     password="WLU Password"
     ca_cert="/etc/ssl/certs/Equifax_Secure_CA.pem"
     phase1="peaplabel=0"
     phase2="auth=MSCHAPV2"
}

3. Save the wpa_supplicant.conf changes
4. Restart the WPA supplicant with the following command: /etc/init.d/wpa_supplicant restart5. Restart networking with the following command: /etc/init.d/network restart

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What can you tell me about my (student) phone in my campus residence? (link)

If your campus residence is in the dorms, apartments, or sororities, your phone is already installed and ready for use. It is a Rolm 120 digital phone with the following features:

• Single-line digital telephone with 12 special function buttons
• Eight common function buttons (hold, connect, transfer, volume up, volume down, flash, DND, message waiting)
• One button to indicate line is in use
• One-way speaker (you can hear but not speak)
• Two spare buttons to access many other options
• Four-digit dialing on campus
• PhoneMail (Rolm's voice mail)
• Do Not Disturb (DND) feature

If you reside in one of the fraternities, you will need to provide your own phone for your room. Since the phone lines in the fraternities are analog, a normal single line phone like you have at home is all you need (older rotary phones will not work on this system). However, in order to more easily take advantage of some of the system features, it will be beneficial to have a phone that has a "FLASH" button on it, but it is not required.

Applies To: Students

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What can you tell me (student) about long distance rates for my campus residence? (link)

You may choose to participate in our optional "bulk buy" rate plan or simply use our standard rate plan for your long distance calls. Both plans are detailed below. If you do not choose to participate in the optional rate plan, any calls made with your W&L long distance authorization code will be billed according to the standard rate plan.

Applies To: Students

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What are the general features for the student on campus resident telephones? (link)

All on-campus student phones are installed and ready for use. The phone is a ROLM phone 120 with the following features:

  • Single-line digital telephone with 12 special function buttons
  • Eight common function buttons (hold, connect, transfer, volume up, volume down, flash, DND, message waiting)
  • One button to indicate line is in use
  • One-way speaker (you can hear but not speak)
  • Two spare buttons to access many other options
  • Four-digit dialing on campus
  • PhoneMail (Rolm's voice mail)
  • Do Not Disturb (DND) feature

Applies To: Students

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As a student what type phone do I have on campus? (link)

The phone is a ROLM phone 120.

Applies To: Students

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What can you tell me (student) about the rates for my campus phone? (link)

It's Simple - Our rates are exactly what they say the are! You'll find:

• No Monthly Surcharges
• No Federal Fees
• No 911 Charges
• No Taxes
• W&L covers all those "extra" fees you regularly
see on your home telephone bill and keeps the rate structure simple so you know exactly what you are paying. These rates apply to all calls within the United States and require the use of your long distance authorization code.

Applies To: Students

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Where are the public printers for student usage on campus? (link)
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Applies To: Students

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How do I post to the Network Status 'stoplight' or blog? (link)
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What third party apps are able to save directly to my Box at W&L account? (link)
  • Good Reader
  • iAnnotate PDF
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What browsers does Box at W&L officially support? (link)

Please read the updated FAQ here: https://support.box.com/hc/en-us/articles/200519838-What-Browsers-does-Box-officially-support-

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How do Law School Notices differ from Campus Notices? (link)

Campus Notices is a university-wide resource that can include Law.

Law School Notices is a communications resource for messages that are intended only for Law School faculty, staff and students. Messages that need to go to members of the Law School as well as other university recipients should be posted to Campus Notices.

To post a campus notice, go to http://go.wlu.edu/cch


See
http://law.wlu.edu/administration/lawnotices/ for the use of Law School Notices.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff, Students

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How do I configure my personal Windows laptop to do wireless printing to BizHubs? (link)
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What are the material specifications for the ITS envelope printer? (link)

1. Approved media (envelopes, postcards) should be made from the following paper types (card stock, white wove, bond paper, recycled paper, manila) with no glossy surfaces.

2. Approved media should be without windows, metal clasps, and be unstuffed and unsealed.

3. Media sizes are from a minimum of 3 x 5 inches to a maximum of 11 x 13 inches.  Thickness is from 0.003 inches to 0.125 inches.

4. Envelopes should have the flap along the long edge and may have either a straight or diagonal edge along the envelope flap.

5. All media is addressed with black ink with no special fonts available.

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Where are the Smart Boards and Sympodiums located on campus? (link)

du Pont 104 (Sympodium)

Leyburn M47 (Sympodium)

Leyburn Smart Zone (Smart Board) (Contact the Information Desk at 4357 to reserve)

Newcomb 116 (Wide-Screen Sympodium)

Newcomb 122 (Wide-Screen Sympodium)

Parmly 313 (Smart Board, Biology Department Lab)

Payne 201 (Wide-Screen Sympodium)

Red House (Smart Board)

Science Addition G14 (Sympodium)

Science Addition 114 (Sympodium)

Science Addition 214 (Sympodium)

Tucker 402 (Smart Board)

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How do I add W&L staff, faculty or students to a SharePoint site? (link)
  1. One of the site owners needs to log into the SharePoint site (Members and Visitors cannot do this.)
  2. Site Actions > Site Permissions
  3. Select the name of the group to which you want to add the person.
  4. Click New in the light gray bar above the list of current group members.
  5. Type in or browse the address book for the username.
  6. By default, the box is checked for the added person to receive an email with a link to the site. You can also add a personal message if you'd like.
  7. Click OK.

 

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How do I use FLASH feature on my phone if I live off campus? (link)

The FLASH function places any call on soft hold so that you can access a feature or dial another party. The soft hold lasts until you hang up or reconnect the call.

If you are not sure whether to FLASH before using a system feature, remember that you must have dial tone before using a feature. So, if you don't have dial tone, FLASH.

As a resident of off-campus housing, you provide your own phone and it is suggested that you use a phone that has a FLASH button since this feature is used to access so many system features. If you do not have a phone with a FLASH button, do the following: Press the switch hook on your phone for one second Listen for a tone followed by the high pitched holding tone

Note: Holding the switch hook down for longer than one second can disconnect your call.

Applies To: Students

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How can I use General Alerts (formerly e2Campus) to be notified in case of a campus emergency? (link)

W&L has contracted with General Alerts (formerly e2Campus) to provide text message alerts in the event of a major emergency. This important service is available free of charge to all students, faculty and staff. Please register a text-capable cell phone number so you will get these messages. You may also register an additional text-capable cell phone number and e-mail addresses so that family members may receive text alerts.

 All users of the General Alerts system will receive campus emergency alerts.

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What steps should ITS staff take when there is a known phish or spam attack? (link)
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How do I listen to my messages on the new phone system from off campus? (link)
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How do I forward to other W&L extensions my NEC phone? (link)
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Where do I download Box (Box at W&L) for Office 2013? (link)

The download is available on the Box.com website in the article here: https://support.box.com/hc/en-us/articles/203053636#bfo_fi

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How long does a deleted file stay in the trashcan in Box at W&L? (link)

Deleted files remain in the Box at W&L trashcan for 30 days, during which time, the owner can restore the file if needed. There are an additional 14 days that Box Admin can recover the file after that. If you have questions, please contact the information Desk by emailing help@wlu.edu or by calling (540) 458-4357.

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How do I (student) log into the GPS (Generals Payment System)? (link)
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How do I get my laptop (PC) to project my monitor image on the screen when using a projector? (link)

Once you have the laptop and projector connected you might find you only see the monitor display or the screen.  On many Dell laptops you hold the Fn key and press F8 to cycle through the various monitor modes.One will be only your monitor, one only the projection, and one both monitor and projection.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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I'm not getting cable channels above 13 on my campus cable TV, what do I do? (link)

Having trouble with your Cable TV? Here are some problem solving tips:

  • If you have a VCR hooked up with your TV, unhook it and work directly with the TV until you resolve the problem.
  • Check the wire that connects your TV to the wall jack. (You must provide this wire -- available at the Bookstore, Wal Mart, etc.). Make sure this cable is connected properly to both the TV and the wall jack and that the ends of the thin wire inside this cable are not bent over.
  • Next try programming your TV:
    1. Activate the MENU settings of your TV set
    2. Scroll through menu selections until you find a TV/ANTENNA/CABLE setting (or something similar)
    3. Change this setting to CABLE or CATV.
    4. After setting to CATV, use the AUTO PROGRAM feature to automatically find the channels.
  • If you have tried trouble shooting your TV and it still doesn't work please send a work order request with the help desk.

 

Applies To: Students

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Where are high definition displays with HDMI located on campus (LifeSize)? (link)

Display devices with HDMI inputs are limited on campus at this time. ITS will be deploying more of these high definition flat panel monitors and projectors over time. As of October, 2010, locations with HDMI include Leyburn M40, M41, M42, 102 and the SmartZone on Main Level. HDMI inputs are also available in the Newcomb Hall classrooms. Devices such as the LifeSize Passport video conferencing system require an HDMI capable display device to operate.

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How do I configure my personal MAC laptop to do wireless printing to BizHubs? (link)
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Applies To: Students

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What can you tell me (student) about long distance service phone in my campus residence? (link)

Placement of outgoing long distance calls requires the use of your personal 7-digit authorization code. Your long distance code will be in you WebAdvisor account . No deposit is required for long distance service. No subscription fee or monthly service fee will be charged for an authorization code.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your authorization code and you will be responsible for all calls placed with your authorization code. If your authorization code is lost or stolen, or if for any reason you feel the security of this number has been compromised, immediately contact the W&L Telecommunications Office in person. Because of the serious nature of the loss of an authorization code, if the Telecommunications Office is closed, you should contact University Security immediately at 8999.

Since your telephone service is provided by the University, you may not subscribe to any "residential" long distance plan offered by another long distance carrier. However, you may obtain access to the interstate common carrier of your choice by establishing a calling card account with them and dialing the carrier's "800" access number. You may also reach an alternate carrier by dialing 9 + 1010xxx + 0 + phone number (for example, to access AT&T using this method, you would dial 9 + 1010288 + 0 + phone number). Contact your carrier for their three digit code and rates. Be aware that many advertised calling cards have per call surcharges or monthly fees associated with them, so read the fine print before committing to any of these services. Please remember that your alternate carrier calling card account can't be associated with your W&L phone system telephone number. A substantial service fee will be charged for calls billed back to your W&L telephone number. For more information, contact the Telecommunications Office.

Complaints related to operator services from any carrier may be addressed to: FCC, Common Carrier Bureau Enforcement Division, 2025 M Street NW, Washington DC, 20554.

Applies To: Students

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What are some important notes for me (student) living on campus when using my University phone? (link)
  • Because the system offers PhoneMail, call waiting is not available.
  • To dial any campus extension, dial only the last four digits.
  • On long distance calls, you will be billed for a one minute call if you listen to a ring or   busy signal for 30 seconds or more after completion of dialing.

Applies To: Students

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How long will departing faculty or staff members have access to their W&L Box.com account? (link)

You will have 30 days after your departure date to move your data out of your W&L Box.com account. At the point that your W&L network account becomes inactive, you will no longer be able to access your W&L Box.com account.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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I added a NON-W&L person to my Sakai site and that person logs in but doesn't see the site. What is the cause? (link)

There are two possible causes:

1. Make sure that you have published the site. (Site Info > Manage Access > Publish Site)

2. Add the participant to the site as a NON-OFFICIAL site participant. In the course site, go to Site Info > Add Participants and add the user's full e-mail address in the SECOND box for NON-OFFICIAL participants.

Applies To: Faculty

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How do I access my faculty or staff W&L email, calendar and contacts from my iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad? (link)
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Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How do I configure Firefox not to require my username and password for every W&L site I access after I've already entered it one time? (link)
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How can I (ITS staff) quickly check the Account Locked status of an Active Directory AD account? (link)
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I'm a departing faculty/staff member. How do I move my files out of my W&L Box.com account to a personal account? (link)

Go to Box.com and create a personal account using a personal email address, such as a gmail or yahoo account. in your W&L Box.com account, add that account as a collaborator on the files you'd like to move. Log into the personal account and download the files that you need to that account.

Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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How can a professor re-gain access to a previous term's course folder structure on the "L: drive" (mfsacad1/acadshared)? (link)
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Applies To: Faculty, Staff

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Why am I unable to log into various Windows authenticated sites using FireFox 30 on a Mac or Linux computer? (link)

FireFox version 30.0 breaks Windows authentication.  Look for the resource document to the right for the fix.

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Can I get an exported list of all contacts at W&L that I can import into my personal address book in another mail client (Thunderbird, Gmail, etc.)? (link)

We do not provide copies of the address list for two primary reasons. 1 - it becomes a nightmare to troubleshoot issues as more and more out-of-date address lists are in use, 2 - if a machine holding these addresses gets infected with a virus that uses or collects addresses then our whole address list would be compromised.

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How does an administrative assistant access and use Datatel to find course and student information in order to support their department and its faculty members? (link)

If you need access to Colleague, please go to https://managementtools.wlu.edu/AccessRequest/ and request an account. Once the proper approvals are granted, an account will be set up for you. Accounts are set up on an individual basis and they should not be shared with anyone. In most cases, when dealing with course and student information, the Registrar’s office will provide some level of training or guidance on how to access the data you require.

 

 

If you already have access to Colleague but cannot remember your login information or have issues accessing the system, go to http://webhelpdesk.wlu.edu and create a ticket under the category of Administrative Data – Colleague Issues/Requests. Once submitted, the ticket will be automatically routed to the appropriate person who can help you resolve problems.

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The app I'm using on my [iPhone, iPad, Android] won't let me save to my Box at W&L account. It says the app is disabled. How do I request that it be enabled? (link)

Send an email to help@wlu.edu providing the details--the name of the app and how you'd like to use it in your workflow. We'll review the app to see if it meets security requirements and get back to you.

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When user logs in to check their quarantine queue, they are unable to select a message. The error they receive is that the message does not exist in their queue and they are logged in as the wrong user. The error message suggests they log out and login again, but the problem remains. (link)

From:  DigiTar Support

This is usually caused by the following situation:

1.) The user is logged in as
a@b.com.
2.) In the user's inbox there are two digests, one for
a@b.com and one for c@b.com.
3.) The user is clicking on a message in the
c@b.com digest in their inbox which tries to link them into the Portal directly to that message.
4.) However, since they are logged in as
a@b.com, they have no rights to the message.

To remedy the situation they need to examine the subject line of the digest they are clicking on, and log into the Portal as the user specified in the subject of the digest.

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