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Access to the student network is provided with several conditions. To be connected to the student network you must acknowledge and adhere to the following terms.  
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Included in the original package you were sent from Dell there should be a white, cardboard cd-sleeve with 5 CDs in it. These CDs will restore your computer  to exactly the state it was in when it was first shipped.  You can also have the HelpDesk restore your laptop for you, but it will have to be left at the HelpDesk in Mark Hopkins for at least a few hours.
  
*Your computer must keep the [[Laptop Minimum Hardware Requirements]]
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To get started:
 
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*Save anything you want to keep to a CD, USB Pen Drive, etc...  All of your data will be erased if you do not.
*Your computer must have a firewall enabled.
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*Locate the CD-Rom package and insert the first disc in your computer's CD-Rom drive.
 
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*Shut-off your computer
*Your computer's operating system must be maintained by installing all new security updates.  
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*Turn on your computer.
 
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*Once you see the Dell logo appear on the screen, press F12 to open the boot menu.
*Your computer must be free of viruses and you must install an antivirus program. That antivirus software must also be routinely updated.  
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*You should now have the option to select different boot devices.  If not, shut the computer off and repeat the last step until the boot menu appears. If Windows begins to load, you can still power off the computer.  After all, you will be erasing the drive.  
 
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*Once you have the boot menu, you should select "CD/DVD/CD-RW" and hit enter.
*Your computer must not create any condition which adversely affects other users of the network.  
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*Once the computer has booted, you should be prompted to run the "CFI System Restore".
You authorize MCLA to verify these conditions by scanning your computer with various network or software tools.  
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*Press "M" at the first screen.
 
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*From the "Recovery Menu" make sure "Restore The System" is highlighted and press your "Enter" key.
*Users acknowledge that failure to abide by the above terms will result in an offending computer being separated from the network.  
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*You will be asked to confirm your selection.  NOTE: This is the last point at which you will still be able to recover your files. If you are not sure whether or you have everything you need. STOP!
 
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*If you are sure that you want to continue, press the "R" key.
For a detailed outline of the policy on dorm computers disrupting the network review the [[Virus Policy]].
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*This process takes about an hourDuring the restore process you will be asked to insert each of the five discs in sequenceWhen prompted, remove the current CD and replace it with the subsequent one. Once the disc is in the drive, press the "Enter" key to continue.
 
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*After the last disc has completed, you will be able to shut off your computer and boot directly into Windows.
=Policy on the use of certain student owned devices to the dormitory=
 
 
 
==Personal Access Points==
 
 
 
Due to limited wireless spectrum on the 2.4GHz & 5 GHz frequencies used for Wi-Fi, dorm residents are not permitted to set up or use their own wireless networks.
 
The access points installed by MCLA communicate with each other through a central server so they actively avoid interfering with each other. When non-MCLA access points transmit they disrupt the ability of the MCLA access points to coordinate with each other and they degrade network performance for every user in the area.  
 
 
 
==Personal Printers==
 
 
 
Most wireless-enabled printers create their own local wireless networksThis behavior is often seen associated with AirPrint functionality. Use of these device has the same impact as installing a wireless access point and is prohibitedIf your printer creates its own wireless network, please disable it and use it with a USB cable.  
 
MCLA does not support or troubleshoot connecting personal printers to the wired dorm network.
 
 
 
==Personal Cell Boosters==
 
 
 
Some cell carriers can provide devices that mimic the behavior of cell towers but use a wired network connection rather than the cell network to conduct calls. Similar to other wireless items covered by this policy they are not designed to be used in dense living arrangement such as dormitories and are not to be connected to the dorm network.
 

Latest revision as of 19:28, 27 January 2021

Included in the original package you were sent from Dell there should be a white, cardboard cd-sleeve with 5 CDs in it. These CDs will restore your computer to exactly the state it was in when it was first shipped. You can also have the HelpDesk restore your laptop for you, but it will have to be left at the HelpDesk in Mark Hopkins for at least a few hours.

To get started:

  • Save anything you want to keep to a CD, USB Pen Drive, etc... All of your data will be erased if you do not.
  • Locate the CD-Rom package and insert the first disc in your computer's CD-Rom drive.
  • Shut-off your computer
  • Turn on your computer.
  • Once you see the Dell logo appear on the screen, press F12 to open the boot menu.
  • You should now have the option to select different boot devices. If not, shut the computer off and repeat the last step until the boot menu appears. If Windows begins to load, you can still power off the computer. After all, you will be erasing the drive.
  • Once you have the boot menu, you should select "CD/DVD/CD-RW" and hit enter.
  • Once the computer has booted, you should be prompted to run the "CFI System Restore".
  • Press "M" at the first screen.
  • From the "Recovery Menu" make sure "Restore The System" is highlighted and press your "Enter" key.
  • You will be asked to confirm your selection. NOTE: This is the last point at which you will still be able to recover your files. If you are not sure whether or you have everything you need. STOP!
  • If you are sure that you want to continue, press the "R" key.
  • This process takes about an hour. During the restore process you will be asked to insert each of the five discs in sequence. When prompted, remove the current CD and replace it with the subsequent one. Once the disc is in the drive, press the "Enter" key to continue.
  • After the last disc has completed, you will be able to shut off your computer and boot directly into Windows.