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[[Image:wireless_imageGetstarted.gifpng|right]]='''<font color=MCLA"red">Steps to do before coming to campus.</font>'''s ===Step 1 - Laptop InitiativeMinimum 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]]. All students receive Microsoft software for free 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.
To learn more about MCLA recommends that all students have a laptop computer. The benefits are immense. Your laptop will provide you with more freedom to work on assignments recommended hardware and access software visit the Internet from various buildings [[Computing Hardware and even open spaces on MCLA's campusSoftware]] section.
=='''Software Recommendations For All Students'''Step 2 - Activate your Banner Account (Student Grades, Financial Aid, Student Billing, Class Registration)==
*[[Laptop Minimum Hardware Requirements]]1. Go to http://techhelp.mcla.edu/banner*2. Enter your Student ID in the "MCLA ID (A#):" field (Ensure you include the A)*3. Click on "Forgot PIN"*4. You will then be asked to answer security questions to validate your identity.*5. You will then be asked to set a new PIN of your choice.*5. Once your PIN has been reset, you will be logged in to the main menu of SSB.
NOTE: If you are unable to validate your identify through the security questions and have locked your account out, please call 413-662-5276 for assistance with manually resetting your PIN.
==Step 3 - Activate your MCLA Account (MCLA Portal, Email, Canvas, BlazerNet, Lab Access) == As a student at MCLA you are expected to regularly check your MCLA email through the MCLA Portal. Many of our courses also use virtual online classrooms on our Canvas learning management system, also accessible from the MCLA Portal. In addition, the MCLA account provides access into other on line services and technology resources such as: *Electronic course content (Canvas Learning Management System, as mentioned above)*E-mail (Office 365, as mentioned above) *Productivity software such as Microsoft Office (free to all students)*On-campus computing lab access with printing*On-campus wireless access (BlazerNet)*Resident student dorm network*Library Database Access*Virtual desktop access through the MyLab system '''To setup your MCLA account''', you are required to '''claim your account by activating it''' using a link located in Self-Service Banner (previous step). Follow these steps to activate: *1. Go to http://techhelp.mcla.edu/banner*2. Login using your SSB account (refer to Step 2)*3. Click the 'Claim Your MCLA Account' link located on the main menu of SSB.*4. Follow the account claim procedure, setting a password at the end which should be a combination of numbers as well as letters.*5. Confirm activation is complete by logging into http://portal.mcla.edu with your newly setup MCLA account. If you have already setup your MCLA account, but have '''forgotten your MCLA password''' then follow the steps found [[Reset a Lost MCLA Account Password|here]] ==Step 4 - Login To MCLA Portal (Email)== MCLA uses an online communication portal that is integrated with [[Office 365]]. Every student should be checking [[Office 365]] Email. Once you have [[User ID and Password | activated]] your MCLA account, you can use it to login to: *http://portal.mcla.edu Click on 'Mail' located on the left side navigation area on MCLA's portal site. '''Note''': Your user name is your MCLA User ID (A#), '''NOT''' your MCLA e-mail address. == Step 5 - Become familiar with Canvas (Learning Management System) == MCLA's official learning management system is [[Canvas]]. Some of your classes may use Canvas for course information, course materials, distribution and submission of assignments. See our informational page located on [[Canvas|this site]].<br>*The log in page to Canvas is located at http://mcla.instructure.com *It is also accessible through MCLA's portal page located at http://portal.mcla.edu<br>You will need your MCLA account setup which you obtained in Step 3 to log on. '''NOTE''': In some cases Canvas access will not be open until the first day the class starts. Please contact your instructor via MCLA e-mail to confirm that the course has been 'published' if you are unable to access. <youtube>AqZi9GY_dwk</youtube> ='''<font color="red">Steps to do after coming to campus.</font>'''= ==Step 6 - Connect to the MCLA Network== *Connection through Ethernet in DormsNew and returning students attaching their computers to the [[network]] will be able to register their computers day or night and within minutes have access to the local MCLA [[Network]] and to the Internet. <br>For complete instructions on how to register a laptop on the dorm network hardwire connection, please see [[Connecting Your Computer to the Dorm Network]]. You can also register other devices such as media players, gaming consoles, and smart TV units by manually registering them using [[Connecting to BlazerNet - Manual|these instructions]].<br> *Wireless Network ConnectionsThe [[Network | MCLA wireless network (BlazerNet)]] covers all classrooms, offices, dorms, public areas and some open spaces on the main campus. Please refer to [[Connecting to BlazerNet| Blazernet]] connection instructions on how to register your device on that network. 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]]*[[Laptop Minimum Hardware RequirementsTelecommunications | More information about Telecom services at MCLA]]
