Faculty and Staff Computing Quick Start

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Computing News

Keep up-to-date with the latest computing news on campus.

Computer Setups

New or new-to-you computer installations are processed through the JMU Computing Helpdesk at 568.3555. You will be asked to supply an ESN.

• What is an ESN and how do I get one?
• Desktop Services Standard Install

Access to Novell Netware File and Print Enivronmnet

• Account Request
• Learn more about JMU's Novell Netware Environment

Access to the Student Administration System

Training is required before access is granted to the Student Administration System. Visit the IS training web page for details about gaining assess to the system and to view the training schedule. Additional help assistance contact the IS training Coordinator at 568-2842.

e-campus (web based student registration system)

• https://ecampus.jmu.edu
• Faculty and Advisor Tutorials

Blackboard

• Blackboard Support Site
• Blackboard Complete Reference Guide

Software

If you have access to the file servers, you can install many common applications from the network.

• JMU Recommended Software
• Request software for JMU-owned or personally-owned computers
  • Microsoft Office, SAS, SPSS
• Download software for personally-owned computers

General Computing Labs

• General Information
• Additional information for faculty including lab reservations and software installation requests

Computer Purchases & Warranty Repair

JMU's procurement department negotiates contracts with Dell and Apple for purchase of JMU-owned and personally-owned computers. No interest loans are available to faculty and non-probationary staff.

• Computer Purchase Information
• Hardware Warranty Repair

Dial-Up Internet Service through Access Technlogy

• JMUDialup information