==Step 1 - Laptop Minimum Requirements==
MCLA recommends that all students have a laptop computer.
Most laptop computers purchased within the last few years will connect to our network without any problems. However, if you are looking to [[MCLAs Laptop Initiative | purchase a laptop]] or bring one from home, you should check out our [[Laptop Minimum Hardware Requirements]]. Many All students take advantage of our laptop program receive Microsoft software for the discounted price and 4 year on-site Complete Care accidental warranty. To check out the current ‘everything you need’ laptop free through their MCLA Office 365 Account (refer to:[[MCLAs Laptop Initiative | bundle package - click hereInstall Office 365 ProPlus]]instructions). Microsoft Office is the standard productivity suite at MCLA and the use of it will ensure file compatibility with your faculty.
===Laptop Program Orders: http://www.dell.com/mcla===
Those students who already have a laptop or prefer not to purchase the program laptop are still eligible to receive Microsoft software through their MCLA Office 365 Account (refer to:[[Install Office 365 ProPlus]] instructions). Microsoft Office is the standard productivity suite at MCLA and the use of it will ensure file compatibility with your faculty. Antivirus software is also provided free for 4 years to all MCLA students through academic licensing provided by Sophos (refer to the [[Install Sophos Antivirus]] link.
To learn more about MCLA recommended hardware and software visit the [[Computing Hardware and Software]] section.
Note: To register your computer the MCLA Network you are required to have a valid [[User ID and Password | MCLA account]] (Step 2).
== Step 7 - Set up your telephone and sign up for voice mail ==
The college does provide local calling and [[Student Voicemail Setup Instructions | voice mail services]] to each resident student upon arrival to campus. Resident students can request a phone for use in their dorm rooms. The following links will provide you information on setting up your [[Student Voicemail Setup Instructions | voice mail]] and answers to [[Student Telecom FAQs|frequently asked questions]] about the [[Telecommunications | telecom]] services available at the college.
*[[New Student Voicemail Introduction Letter]]
*[[Student Voicemail Setup Instructions]]
*[[Student Telecom FAQs|Student FAQs]]
*[[Telecommunications | More information about Telecom services at MCLA]]